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7 Bottlenecks Slowing International Ecom Deliveries | SAMOS
E-commerce

7 Bottlenecks Slowing International Ecom Deliveries | SAMOS

International shipping involves far more than simply moving parcels from A to B. From warehouse delays and carrier handovers to customs clearance and changing regulations, hidden bottlenecks can quickly impact delivery performance. In this guide, we explore seven common supply chain issues that slow international ecommerce shipping, and the practical steps growing brands can take to keep orders moving.

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Simon Perkins

Commercial Director at SAMOS

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E-commerce

Preparing Your Ecommerce Supply Chain for Peak Season

Peak season success starts long before Black Friday. Learn why summer is the ideal time to begin ecommerce supply chain planning, from forecasting demand and positioning inventory to securing shipping capacity and preparing your logistics for a smoother, more successful Q4.

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Simon Perkins

Commercial Director at SAMOS

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E-commerce

Why Growing Ecommerce Brands Outgrow Their Shipping Setup

As your ecommerce business grows, your shipping strategy needs to grow with it. Discover the signs you've outgrown your current logistics setup and learn how the right ecommerce logistics partner can help simplify international shipping, improve efficiency and support long-term growth.

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Simon Perkins

Commercial Director at SAMOS

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US Shipping

Shipping Footwear to USA | A Guide for UK Footwear Brands

Expanding into the US offers huge opportunities for UK footwear brands, but international shipping comes with unique challenges. From customs duties and dimensional shipping costs to new children's product regulations and returns management, here's everything you need to know about shipping footwear to the US successfully.

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Simon Perkins

Commercial Director at SAMOS

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US Shipping

US CoC Certificate of Compliance - all you need to know

From 8 July 2026, exporters of children's products to the United States will need to comply with new import requirements, including the electronic submission of a digital Certificate of Compliance (CoC). Understanding these changes is essential to avoid delays and maintain compliance. In this guide, we explain what the new regulations mean, who they apply to, the documents you'll need, and the practical steps you can take now to prepare your business for the new requirements.

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Simon Perkins

Commercial Director at SAMOS

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US Shipping

Shipping to the US from the UK 6 Shipping Myths Debunked

From customs and duties to delivery times and customer expectations, shipping to the US from the UK is often easier than many businesses think. Explore the most common misconceptions and discover how to build a successful US shipping strategy.

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Simon Perkins

Commercial Director at SAMOS

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Customs

EU Customs Changes 2026: What E-commerce Sellers Need to Know

New EU customs regulations are coming into force on 1 July 2026, affecting online retailers and e-commerce brands shipping products into Europe. While the changes introduce new customs duties on low-value imports, there's plenty of time to prepare. In this guide, we explain what's changing, how the new charges will work, and the practical steps businesses can take to protect margins, maintain compliance, and continue delivering a seamless customer experience.

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Simon Perkins

Commercial Director at SAMOS