# Shipping automation

Canonical URL: https://starshipit.com/blog/shipping-automation

## Entries

- [49 shipping and fulfilment terms that you need to know](/blog-content/43-shipping-and-fulfilment-terms-that-you-need-to-know): Shipping and fulfilment can get confusing, with many different technical terms to learn. That’s why we’ve put together this extensive glossary of terms.
- [5 automations to improve your customer experience](/blog-content/5-automations-to-improve-your-customer-experience): Consumers are impatient when it comes to receiving the packages they order online. Discover 5 automations to improve your customer experience.
- [5 Tips to market your ecommerce store on social media](/blog-content/5-tips-to-set-your-ecommerce-store-up-to-succeed-at-selling-on-social): Social media platforms have evolved, and it's important for online retailers to fully understand how to leverage the value of social media as a sales channel.
- [6 Benefits of Selling on Social for your Online Store](/blog-content/6-benefits-of-selling-on-social-for-your-online-store): In this article, we have identified 6 ways your eCommerce store can leverage social media to increase immediate sales and nurture long-term customer loyalty.
- [6 strategies to optimise your 3PL fulfilment workflows](/blog-content/6-strategies-to-optimise-3pl-fulfilment-workflows): Improve 3PL fulfilment workflows with practical tips for warehouse space, WMS automation, client visibility, shipping costs and peak-season fulfilment.
- [9 ways to make your shipping more sustainable](/blog-content/9-ways-to-make-your-shipping-more-sustainable): Here are our top 9 ways to improve the sustainability of your supply chain while improving your customer experience by aligning values.
- [How to automate shipping labels to save time and money](/blog-content/automate-shipping-labels): Learn how automated shipping labels can save time, reduce mistakes, and speed up order fulfilment with this guide to label automation for eCommerce retailers.
- [Starshipit joins the B Corp movement](/blog-content/b-corp-certification): Starshipit is now a Certified B Corporation, a milestone that reflects our commitment to people, purpose, and better business. Learn what B Corp Certification means, how we achieved it, and why it matters.
- [Coast: BigCommerce & Starshipit deliver a first class customer experience](/blog-content/big-commerce-and-starshipit-deliver-a-first-class-customer-experience-for-premium-lifestyle-brand-coast): In this article, we speak to the founder of New Zealand luxury brand Coast, Alex Webster, about his experiences with Starshipit and BigCommerce.
- [eCommerce fulfilment: Strategies to fulfill online orders](/blog-content/ecommerce-fulfillment-strategies-to-fulfill-online-orders): eCommerce order fulfilment covers everything from picking and processing to knowing what to do if something goes wrong. Here's how to improve your strategy.
- [eCommerce Fulfilment 101 - techniques & methods ](/blog-content/ecommerce-fulfilment-101-techniques-and-methods): Here we explore exactly what eCommerce fulfilment is, why it’s so important and solutions you can use to streamline this critical part of your business.
- [eCommerce fulfilment in Australia and New Zealand: 5 assumptions retailers should rethink](/blog-content/ecommerce-fulfilment-australia-new-zealand): Rethink eCommerce fulfilment in Australia and New Zealand with practical 2026 advice on ship-from-store, multi-carrier shipping, cross-border growth, free shipping and AI.
- [eCommerce fulfilment trends in 2026: what the retail data actually says](/blog-content/ecommerce-fulfilment-trends-2026): eCommerce fulfilment trends in 2026 show retailers need stronger delivery workflows. See practical shipping, AI and post-purchase actions.
- [5 must-have eCommerce mobile apps for scaling retailers](/blog-content/ecommerce-mobile-apps): Learn how retailers can manage their entire operation from their phone with five powerful eCommerce mobile apps for store management, fulfilment, support, and marketing.
- [eCommerce order tracking: Why tracking packages is a must](/blog-content/ecommerce-order-tracking-why-tracking-packages-is-a-must): eCommerce order tracking is critical to your post-purchase strategy. Here we cover what order tracking is, the benefits of order updates and more.
- [Exploring eco-friendly logistics: A conversation with Sendle’s Director of Sustainability](/blog-content/exploring-eco-friendly-logistics-with-sendles-director-of-sustainability): Learn from Sendle’s Sustainability Director Veena Harbaugh about how the shipping industry can work to reduce their carbon footprint and make better choices.
- [Five reasons to implement a chatbot that improves your customers' eCommerce experience ](/blog-content/five-reasons-to-implement-a-chatbot-that-improves-your-customers-ecommerce-experience): Chatbots are a great way to save time and speed up customer enquiries. Here are five reasons to implement a chatbot to improve your customer experience.
- [Four ways to speed up your fulfilment processes with Starshipit](/blog-content/four-common-ecommerce-challenges-starshipit-solves): Learn four way how Starshipit's advanced features can help you overcome your everyday eCommerce fulfilment challenges to get more order out the door.
- [From shelves to algorithms: Navigating the future of inventory management](/blog-content/from-shelves-to-algorithms-navigating-the-future-of-inventory-management): Learn about the future of inventory management in this interview with Andrew Gholizadeh, covering everything from how businesses are evolving to AI - and more.
- [Save 8 hours a week: Game-changing fulfilment tips and tricks](/blog-content/fulfilment-tips-and-tricks): Discover 11 actionable tips to streamline your eCommerce fulfilment during peak season. From reducing pick and pack errors to automating international shipping, learn how to stay efficient and keep customers happy.
- [Getting started with shipping on Shopify](/blog-content/getting-started-with-shipping-on-shopify): Wondering where to start with Shopify and shipping? Here’s everything you need to know to supercharge your shipping operations.
- [When to invest in an inventory management system for your e-commerce business](/blog-content/how-an-inventory-management-system-can-help-you-grow-your-business): Do you find yourself spending valuable time tracking inventory? Looking through multiple spreadsheets? Or going into the warehouse to count boxes of products?
- [How to fix invalid destination addresses](/blog-content/how-do-i-fix-invalid-destination-address): Want to learn how to fix invalid destination addresses? Our guide has you covered. Learn how to fix invalid addresses with Starshipit's automatic tools.
- [Learn how Showpo are using Starshipit to scale shipping operations](/blog-content/how-showpo-get-sht-done-have-fun-using-starshipit): Showpo is Australia's biggest and fastest-growing fashion eCommerce platform. We talk to Danny Efendi about growth and shipping with Starshipit.
- [How Starshipit helped VetShopAustralia save time and reduce dispatch errors](/blog-content/how-starshipit-helped-vetshopaustralia-save-time-and-reduce-errors-during-dispatch): VetShop Australia is one online retailer that’s enjoying growth over the past few years. Learn how (and why) they use Starshipit for their shipping automation.
- [How to use the last mile in fulfilment to build your brand](/blog-content/how-to-brand-the-online-shopping-delivery-experience-and-why-its-a-good-idea): Getting your brand in front of your customers isn’t limited to when they visit your website. How to use the last mile in fulfilment to build your brand.
- [How to calculate shipping costs for eBay: Tips for running a successful eBay store](/blog-content/how-to-calculate-shipping-costs-for-ebay): Calculate eBay shipping costs accurately by factoring in weight, dimensions, destination, packaging, delivery speed, fees and international duties before setting rates.
- [How to customise Shopify shipping labels](/blog-content/how-to-customise-shopify-shipping-labels): Using customised shipping labels for your eCommerce store saves you valuable time and money – but do you know how to customise them for your own business?
- [How to choose the best shipping software for your eCommerce store](/blog-content/how-to-find-the-best-shipping-software-for-ecommerce): Compare eCommerce shipping software by integrations, carrier model, automation, labels, tracking, returns, support and total cost.
- [How to get the most out of your eCommerce management software](/blog-content/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-ecommerce-management-software): Let's explore eCommerce inventory management: What inventory management actually is, some common challenges and the benefits of automating it.
- [eCommerce during Covid-19: How to nail dispatch and shipping](/blog-content/how-to-nail-dispatch-despite-covid-19): Learn how to keep your business running efficiently during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how to keep orders flowing out the door to your customers.
- [How to reduce shipping costs: 12 ways to save with automation](/blog-content/how-to-reduce-shipping-cost): Learn how to reduce shipping costs and boost efficiency, from before checkout to post-purchase and beyond! Explore strategies to streamline operations, reduce errors, and enhance customer satisfaction.
- [Proven strategies to reduce shipping costs on Amazon](/blog-content/how-to-reduce-shipping-costs-on-amazon): Learn how to reduce your Amazon shipping costs with our comprehensive guide. Explore strategies like using Fulfilled by Amazon (FBA), optimising packaging, leveraging 3PL services, and more. Discover how Starshipit can simplify your fulfillment and save you money.
- [Get started with shipping on The Iconic](/blog-content/how-to-sell-and-ship-on-the-iconic-marketplace): For growing Australian fashion retailers, it’s hard to beat The Iconic marketplace as a place to sell. But how do you handle shipping and fulfilment?
- [Guide: Launch your store and start shipping in 24 hours](/blog-content/how-to-set-up-an-online-store-start-shipping-in-24-hours-or-thereabouts): Managing fulfilment and sorting out your couriers are the trickiest parts of the puzzle. Here's how to launch your store and start shipping with Starshipit.
- [How to set up shipping for your eCommerce store](/blog-content/how-to-set-up-shipping-for-your-ecommerce-store): Building an online store? To be prepared you need to think about the last mile first. Thankfully, this has never been easier thanks to new tools.
- [Important factors when considering your fulfilment system](/blog-content/important-factors-when-considering-your-fulfilment-system): Fulfilment software can save you time, minimise human error and simplify things like international shipping. Here are some factors to consider when buying one.
- [Integrate your eCommerce store with Starshipit](/blog-content/integrate-your-ecommerce-store-with-starshipit): Let's learn how integrating your eCommerce software with an automated shipping solution can change the game for your business and unlock your growth.
- [How to manage shipping when using a multi-brand strategy](/blog-content/multi-brand-shipping-strategy): Multi-brand strategies are an attractive option for all types of companies – but especially eCommerce businesses. Here's why you should consider the approach.
- [Multi warehouse shipping: 5 benefits from retailers who get it right](/blog-content/multi-warehouse-shipping): Online retailers are using multi warehouse shipping to cut shipping costs, get orders to customers faster and run a more efficient business.
- [The benefits of Starshipit's print app for Windows](/blog-content/new-windows-app-available-for-an-even-faster-shipping-experience): Learn about our Windows app that you can install the app directly on your Windows computer to improve overall processing and printing speed.
- [Parcel tracking: Best practices for happy customers](/blog-content/parcel-tracking-best-practices-for-happy-customers): According to a study by UPS, 96% of customers track some or all of their online purchases. Parcel tracking is non-negotiable for your ecommerce store!
- [Getting started with plain labels in Starshipit](/blog-content/plain-label-shipping): Learn how to use plain labels in Starshipit for non-integrated carriers, internal delivery workflows, stock transfers, and testing scenarios.
- [How-to guide: Print orders in Starshipit](/blog-content/print-orders-starshipit): In this guide, learn all the ways you can print orders in Starshipit, including directly from the orders grid, scanning from packing slip barcodes and more.
- [Scaling pains: Why inventory and shipping break as you grow](/blog-content/scaling-pains-why-inventory-and-shipping-break-as-you-grow): Scaling fast? Learn why inventory and shipping often break as you grow, and how connected systems like Cin7 and Starshipit help fix costly fulfilment bottlenecks.
- [Checklist: How to set up shipping for your eCommerce store](/blog-content/set-up-shipping-for-your-ecommerce-store): Setting up an online store has never been easier. But shipping can seem difficult. Here's what need to do to automate your shipping and fulfilment.
- [Shipment delays: Most common causes and how to mitigate risks](/blog-content/shipment-delays-most-common-causes-and-how-to-mitigate-risks): Shipment delays are more than just late packages. In this blog, we'll discuss how to prevent shipment delays and keep your business running smoothly.
- [Shipping rates: Why an aggregator might not be right for you](/blog-content/shipping-rates-why-an-aggregator-might-not-be-right-for-you): A shipping aggregator can simplify early shipping, but direct courier accounts or a courier enabler may offer better shipping rates, control and support as order volumes grow.
- [How SKDA saves two hours per day using Starshipit](/blog-content/spotlight-on-australian-success-story-skda-who-have-reduced-fulfilment-challenges-with-starshipit): Learn how SKDA (a fast-growing motor graphics brand) started and how Starshipit automation software has significantly reduced their fulfilment challenges.
- [How Coast maintain first-class customer service for their luxury brand](/blog-content/starshipit-x-coast-2): Learn how luxury outdoor beanbag brand Coast used shipping automation to maintain first-class customer service while scaling their business nation-wide.
- [Flora & Fauna tame eCommerce fulfilment with Starshipit](/blog-content/starshipit-x-flora-fauna): Flora & Fauna is an award-winning Australian-based online retailer. Find out how Starshipit's shipping automation transformed their manual fulfilment process.
- [Starshipit’s self-service channels empower online retailers to keep shipping](/blog-content/starshipits-self-service-channels-empower-online-retailers-to-keep-shipping): Customer service is one of the cornerstones of our business. Find out how we empower our customers and retailers to find answers and troubleshoot themselves.
- [The best printer for printing shipping labels (2026)](/blog-content/the-best-printer-for-printing-shipping-labels): Choose the right shipping label printer for ecommerce orders, from A6 thermal labels to high-volume fulfilment workflows and automated label printing.
- [Understanding eCommerce fulfilment automation: Tips and tricks for beginners](/blog-content/understanding-ecommerce-fulfilment-automation-tips-and-tricks-for-beginners): In this article, we explore eCommerce fulfilment automation and outline several tips and tricks for beginners just getting started in this space.
- [How small business owners can ship more parcels in less time](/blog-content/want-to-send-more-parcels-to-more-people): If you’re only just managing to get orders to your customers, you may want to look at different ways to increase your shipping capacity.
- [What are shipping rules and why do you need them?](/blog-content/what-are-shipping-rules-amp-why-do-you-need-them): You've likely heard this term before. But what are shipping rules and why do you need them? In this blog, we explore this powerful feature of automation.
- [What's the difference between an aggregator and enabler?](/blog-content/what-is-a-courier-aggregator): A shipping aggregator resells selected courier rates, while a shipping enabler lets you use your own courier accounts. Compare both models before choosing.
- [What is a fulfilment service?](/blog-content/what-is-a-fulfilment-service): Learn what fulfilment services are, why they are so important for your commerce store, and how you can start implementing fulfilment automation yourself.
- [What is on-demand delivery? ](/blog-content/what-is-on-demand-delivery): Learn how on-demand delivery works, how it differs from same-day delivery, and what retailers need before offering faster delivery options.
- [What is shipping automation?](/blog-content/what-is-shipping-automation): With shipping automation, you can manage your couriers from one place, eliminate manual admin and use smart technology to make shipping a breeze.
- [What is a 3PL and when to use one for your eCommerce business](/blog-content/when-should-your-online-store-use-third-party-logistics): Let's define third-party logistics (3PL), the benefits of using a 3PL and how to know when its time for your eCommerce business to start outsourcing fulfilment.
- [White Fox Boutique opt for advanced shipping solutions by Starshipit](/blog-content/white-fox-boutique-opt-for-advanced-shipping-solutions-by-starshipit): Read about the secret behind the White Fox label's label's success – social media, which has given the brand the opportunity to easily expand overseas.
- [Your complete guide to choosing fulfilment services](/blog-content/your-complete-guide-to-choosing-fulfilment-services): Once you start shipping hundreds of orders in a week, it’s time to upgrade and automate your fulfilment process to keep customers satisfied. Here's how.
- [Your super simple eCommerce fulfilment system checklist](/blog-content/your-super-simple-ecommerce-fulfilment-system-checklist): Learn about the different models and tips for a successful fulfilment process. We’ve also included a handy fulfilment system checklist.
- [Zapier + Starshipit: Supercharge your shipping process](/blog-content/zapier-starshipit-supercharge-your-shipping-process): Learn about the benefits of using Starshipit and Zapier together to automate common workflows and supercharge your shipping process.