Shipcalm

ShipCalm is a third-party operations (3PO) and logistics provider that offers technology-driven fulfillment services for small-to-medium-sized and digitally native omnichannel brands. Founded in 2016 by Ted Fogliani, Greg Moser, and Malala Elston, with Moser now serving as CEO, the Carlsbad, California-based company aims to streamline complex supply chain operations for e-commerce businesses. Fogliani, now a board member, passed the CEO role to Moser in August 2022 to spearhead the company's next growth phase, leveraging Moser's extensive background in e-commerce and software development.

The company's business model is centered on providing a comprehensive suite of services that integrate logistics with a proprietary SaaS AI platform, SmartWarehouses™. This platform is designed to offer clients business intelligence and automate decision-making related to their supply chain. ShipCalm generates revenue through a tiered subscription model, with pricing based on the specific services required, such as Direct to Consumer (DTC), Business to Business (B2B), or a combination of both. While there are no minimum monthly order volumes, a quarterly minimum fee applies, ensuring flexibility for growing businesses without locking them into long-term contracts.

ShipCalm's service offerings are extensive, covering e-commerce fulfillment, Amazon FBA prep, subscription box fulfillment, kitting, reverse logistics, and warehousing. The company operates fulfillment centers in Southern California and Indiana, providing strategic coverage across the United States. In July 2024, ShipCalm expanded its capabilities by acquiring River Source Logistics (RSL), a move intended to increase capacity and reduce shipping costs for its clients. The firm's technology integrates with major e-commerce platforms like Shopify, as well as marketplaces and ERP systems, to automate order and inventory management. A key milestone was securing a $2 million seed funding round from Montage Capital in August 2023 to fuel expansion into new territories and further develop its service offerings.

Keywords: third-party logistics, 3PL, e-commerce fulfillment, omnichannel brands, supply chain management, logistics technology, SaaS, inventory management, warehousing, order fulfillment, DTC fulfillment, B2B logistics, Amazon FBA prep, subscription box fulfillment, reverse logistics, kitting services, SmartWarehouses, retail distribution, shipping solutions, supply chain analytics