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Amazon Prime Pantry: A Great Example of Kitting

August 6, 2014  Published by
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Earlier this year, Amazon launched a new program for its Prime members called “Prime Pantry.” The service is like a custom kitting process. Customers are allowed to order as many grocery items that will fit in a 4-cubic-foot box that holds up to 45 lbs. As customers add items to their cart, they are told what percentage of the box is filled. When the order is complete, the box ships for a flat rate of $5.99 (regardless of how full it is). [more] This is a great example of an ecommerce business using creative kitting to their advantage. Amazon Prime…... View Article

Kitting Products for a Competitive Edge

July 10, 2013  Published by

As the retail space grows more competitive, so to does consumer savvy as they become better at comparison shopping and bargain hunting across multiple channels. If the products you sell are available elsewhere, the competition can be tough. However, you may be able to differentiate your business and attract customers by creatively kitting your products. [more] When you are kitting your products, you take individual items out of your inventory and bundle them together. The kits are then ready-to-ship when orders are placed. Depending on the design of the kit, you can get significant saving in shipping and handling compared…... View Article

How to Make Your Service Better and Faster

May 8, 2013  Published by

It’s common knowledge that being able to offer your customers faster, cheaper, and easier shipping is a good way to stand out from your competition. Let’s say you offer so-so shipping options and its working for you right now. But, if you suddenly find your products taking off and a flood of competitors nipping at your market share, what can you do? [more] In such a scenario, you’re really dealing with two intermingled issues. The increased demand is stretching your inventory management and you’re pressed to offer better and faster shipping. To improve your shipping, you may need to improve…... View Article