A View of Global Dynamics in Mobile Returns
A View of Global Dynamics in Mobile Returns

This article examines the global dynamics of the mobile secondary market and how returns are helping shape the industry from the U.S. to China. The topic was recently discussed at the Reverse Logistics Association Conference & Expo 2019. Quick Facts:…

Mar 14 2019 · 4 min read

Technology Trends & Implications for Retailers
Technology Trends & Implications for Retailers

A main theme throughout the Reverse Logistics Association 2019 conference was centered around technology and how it fits in with retail and manufacturers. By now, most people know that 5G technology is right around the corner with promises of faster…

Feb 18 2019 · 5 min read

Industry Insights from RLA Conference & Expo
Industry Insights from RLA Conference & Expo

The new-and-improved Reverse Logistics Association ‘2.0’ Conference and Expo took place last week and B-Stock had the opportunity to meet with retailers, manufacturers, vendors, and other service providers. In addition to networking, there were a multitude of industry experts who…

Feb 11 2019 · 2 min read

2018: $369 Billion in Returned Merchandise
2018: $369 Billion in Returned Merchandise

Quick Facts: $369 billion – overall value of 2018 returned merchandise in the United States $18 to $24 billion of those were fraudulent returns Designer clothes and handbags along with denim pants are among the top targets of fraudulent returns…

Feb 04 2019 · 2 min read

2019 Fashion & Apparel Industry Report
2019 Fashion & Apparel Industry Report

Quick Facts: Double-digit sales growth expected over the next decade for the fashion and apparel industry Worldwide fashion and apparel ecommerce will increase at a compound annual rate of 10.6% from $408 billion in 2017 to more than $706 billion…

Jan 30 2019 · 4 min read

B-Stock Hosts Panel at Reverse Logistics Association Conference & Expo 2019
B-Stock Hosts Panel at Reverse Logistics Association Conference & Expo 2019

B-Stock kicks off trade show season with the 16th annual RLA Conference & Expo in Las Vegas from February 5-7, 2019. The show is focused on reverse logistics and the circular economy (something we’re proud to support with our web-based…

Jan 28 2019 · 2 min read

Holiday Retail Return Policies Impact Reverse Logistics & Shipping
Holiday Retail Return Policies Impact Reverse Logistics & Shipping

Quick Facts: 75% of retailers identified shipping costs as biggest challenge; a 7% increase from 2017 Global ecommerce sales will increase 109% over next three years to $4.8 trillion; requiring additional shipping costs 34% of shoppers said they will only…

Jan 04 2019 · 3 min read

Serial Returners Could Mean Good Business for Retailers
Serial Returners Could Mean Good Business for Retailers

It’s a definite trend: consumers taking advantage the lax return policies many retailers have put in place to remain competitive. The apparel industry has been one of the hardest hit in terms of returns: a recent study by Fit3D found…

Dec 13 2018 · 3 min read

Holiday Returns, Supply Chains & Reverse Logistics
Holiday Returns, Supply Chains & Reverse Logistics

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are now in the record books and the initial results are in: $6.22 billion was spent online by the end of Black Friday, an increase of 23.6% year over year; Cyber Monday spending rose 19.3%…

Nov 27 2018 · 3 min read

B-Stock at Consumer Returns Luncheon – Nashville, TN – Oct 22 – 24, 2018
B-Stock at Consumer Returns Luncheon – Nashville, TN – Oct 22 – 24, 2018

B-Stock is headed to Nashville, TN from October 22-24 for the Consumer Returns Conference 2018. While at the conference, B-Stock will be hosting a luncheon for attendees that includes a discussion on how retailers and manufacturers can better prepare for…

Oct 15 2018 · 2 min read

B-Stock at RLA Conference & Expo – Amsterdam – Oct 15 – 17, 2018
B-Stock at RLA Conference & Expo – Amsterdam – Oct 15 – 17, 2018

Save the date to join us for the Reverse Logistics Association’s Circular Economy Conference in Amsterdam October 15-17, 2018. Starting on the evening of the 15th with a reception, the two-day event begins on the 16th and will contain reverse…

Oct 12 2018 · 2 min read

B-Stock Joins CTIA Working Group
B-Stock Joins CTIA Working Group

B-Stock is pleased to announce we’ve joined the CTIA Working Group dedicated to Reverse Logistics & Service Quality (RLSQ). Through this membership we’ll collaborate alongside a select group of top wireless retailers and OEMS who are thought leaders and influencers…

Mar 23 2018 · 2 min read