Thoughts on logistics, e-commerce, and building software that works.
The 67th Edition went into effect January 1, 2026. Here's what actually changed: mandatory lithium battery state of charge limits, new hybrid vehicle entries, standardized operator variation language, and carrier-specific updates.
We had a perfectly good algorithm. Then we made an AI do its job instead. Here's how we cut AI-enabled packing requests from 10 seconds to 2 by rethinking what the LLM should actually do.
A few small earthquakes, a missing emergency kit, and a packing algorithm that was sitting right there. So we built a free go-bag planner.
Introducing the Vectis Founding Customer Program. 90 days free, $299/month locked in, and direct access to the team building it.
How a Friday afternoon feature request became a same-day ship - implementing nested container packing in StoaPack API.
Why 'it fits in the box' isn't the same as 'it's legal to ship.' Learn about hazmat quantity limits, the 30kg rule, Q-values, and how to avoid costly compliance violations.
Bin packing is NP-hard. Here's what that means and how StoaPack approaches the problem.
Most OMS systems get order status wrong. Here's why deriving status from packages produces more accurate fulfillment tracking.
What we learned designing 20+ endpoints for Vectis. Idempotency, pagination, error handling, and more.
Row-level filtering vs. database isolation. The architectural decision behind Vectis's multi-tenant design.
Understanding the difference between order management systems, ERPs, WMS, and inventory management software.
Shopify is great until it isn't. Here are the signs you need a dedicated OMS.
Carriers charge by size, not just weight. Understanding dim weight can save you thousands.
Overselling happens when your inventory system can't keep up with your orders. Here's how to fix it.
Third-party logistics providers have unique requirements. Here's what to look for in an OMS.
Learn the essentials of hazmat segregation for e-commerce shipping and ensure compliance with Stoa Logistics' handy guide. Discover what can and can't ship together, and how StoaPack solves this problem.