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As summer approaches, eCommerce DTC brands that ship frozen or refrigerated products enter their most operationally challenging season. Rising temperatures don’t just threaten product quality—they also put pressure on your shipping strategy, packaging decisions, and cost structure. Refrigerant—the unsung hero of cold-chain logistics—becomes the make-or-break factor. Here’s what brands need to understand (and adjust) to … Read more

Grip, Miami’s fastest-growing startup and the leader in AI-driven fulfillment and logistics for perishable DTC brands, is excited to announce the launch of its new facility in Las Vegas, Nevada. This expansion is a key milestone in the company’s mission to redefine fulfillment and shipping for brands that sell frozen and refrigerated goods, offering them … Read more

For eCommerce DTC brands shipping frozen or refrigerated products, their carrier isn’t just a logistics partner—it’s part of the customer experience. No matter how good your product is, if your order shows up late, thawed, or damaged, you’ve lost the sale and your customer’s trust. Cold-chain shipping leaves zero margin for error. That’s why choosing … Read more

Shipping is one of the most critical aspects of running a direct-to-consumer (DTC) brand—for perishable goods, the stakes are even higher. Every delay, failed delivery, and packaging mistake doesn’t just cost money—it leads to spoiled products, lost customers, and damaged trust. The right shipping strategy keeps your products’ quality intact, reduces waste, and maximizes margins. … Read more

In eCommerce, acquiring a customer is just the beginning. The real challenge? Keeping them. That’s where Customer Lifetime Value (LTV) comes in—a metric that determines how much gross margin a customer generates over time. One of the biggest factors influencing LTV is delivery. A seamless delivery experience can turn a first-time buyer into a loyal … Read more

As companies work to scale, the complexities of logistics and operations grow, particularly for perishable ecommerce brands.   Here’s a comprehensive guide for navigating peak season shipping, designed to address common pain points such as supply chain complexity, managing inventory and customer support.  Optimize inventory placement across facilities  Maintaining optimal inventory levels becomes increasingly complex … Read more

Grip has been named to FreightWaves’ prestigious FreightTech 100 list for the second consecutive year, highlighting its continued innovation in the freight technology sector. Since being named on the 2024 FreightTech 100, Grip has continued to push boundaries in the perishable shipping industry by launching nationwide fulfillment services and developing the first order management system … Read more

August 8, 2024 – Forget the busy professionals of New York City or the celebrities of Los Angeles — when it comes to the kings of online shopping, the unassuming residents of Denver, Colorado have taken the crown. The Rocky Mountain town has emerged as America’s top online shopping city, with locals averaging a stunning 151 … Read more

MIAMI, May, 16, 2024 – Grip, the leader in perishable supply chain technology and fulfillment, today announced Pulse, a state-of-the-art order management system (OMS) and multi-directional dashboard that provides eCommerce brands with unprecedented insights and control over their operations.  Pulse offers groundbreaking features specifically tailored for DTC brands that ship frozen and refrigerated items. These include … Read more