BigCommerce has rebranded, Amazon has updated its FBA prep services, and adjustments to duty fees are affecting shipping costs. The government recently shared a new AI strategy, and ChatGPT Agent is now being used to support routine workflows. Let’s get into it in this edition of Commerce Corner.
HEADLINES
🤖 Meet Your New Digital Intern Changing eCommerce Forever
This AI powerhouse, powered by ChatGPT Agent dives into research, builds spreadsheets, hunts down deals, and even shops for you. It is reshaping how merchants work and how customers buy. Miss this and you will be left in the dust.
Get ahead of the AI revolution now →
🚀 BigCommerce Got a Glow-Up and a New Name
BigCommerce just rebranded to Commerce.com, joining forces with Feedonomics and Makeswift to offer a new suite of AI-powered tools. Designed to help your store sell smarter, move faster, and stand out from the crowd.
Check out the new vibe here →
🇺🇸 What the White House AI Plan Means for eCommerce
The government is investing billions into AI and rolling out new rules that will change the way eCommerce works. From how customers shop to how you manage your store, these changes will impact your sales and operations.
It is time to get ahead of the curve →
🛠️ Amazon FBA Prep Services Ending
Amazon is ending prep services for FBA sellers, which means more work and responsibility on your end. Miss a step and you risk costly fees or shipment delays. Want to learn how to prep like a pro and keep your fulfillment running smooth?
Good thing you have Ordoro+ Amazon AWD integration →
📦 De Minimis Duty Change: The Latest Update
The $800 duty-free import threshold is set to change, and it’s already starting to impact shipping costs, pricing strategies, and global fulfillment. Now is a good time to review your workflows and make sure your business is ready.
Get the details and plan ahead →
PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
We recently collaborated with the shipping wizards at Zappy to spotlight how our platforms complement each other for merchants selling across regions. Zappy brings powerful local delivery tools for New Zealand and Australia. Ordoro handles the backend magic with shipping, inventory, and order management all in one place.
Together, we’re showing how merchants can build a flexible and efficient fulfillment strategy that adapts as they grow.
Selling in New Zealand or Australia? Reach out to us to see how this partnership can simplify your shipping and boost your growth.
COMMERCE CHATTER
Google Ads Part 1 struck a nerve and for good reason. If you’ve ever felt like you’re just handing money to Google with little to show for it you’re not alone. In this follow-up episode of The Business of eCommerce our CEO Jagath Narayan returns with Google Ads strategist Dale W. Harrison for a no-nonsense conversation on how to stop wasting your ad budget.
They dive deeper into the truth about keyword selection why budgeting isn’t a set-it-and-forget-it game and how bidding really works plus the tactics Google hopes you never figure out. If you’ve been frustrated with your PPC performance or want to avoid getting played by bad advice this episode is a must-watch.
FROM THE FULFILLMENT FILES
Handling fees are often the hidden costs that quietly chip away at your profits. They begin with packing supplies, continue with the time it takes to box up each order, and grow with every small extra that slips under the radar. The good news is that by tracking these costs and keeping them under control, you can hold onto more of your hard-earned revenue.
We break down the math and show you how automation can kick those pesky fees to the curb without you breaking a sweat.
If you’re ready to boss your fulfillment costs and stop letting fees sneak up on you, this article is your new best friend.
That’s a wrap on this round of Commerce Corner. From handling prep and navigating duty fees to figuring out what your AI intern actually does, we’re here to help you stay ahead.
With Ordoro running the backend show, you can stay focused, work smarter, and keep those orders moving without missing a beat.
The Ordoro Team
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