We Built a Go-Bag Planner Because an Earthquake Reminded Us We're Not Prepared
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.
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The Stoa
Thoughts on logistics, e-commerce, and building software that works.
We're Looking for 10 Operators Who Are Done with 'Good Enough'
Introducing the Vectis Founding Customer Program. 90 days free, $299/month locked in, and direct access to the team building it.
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We Taught Our Boxes to Play Tetris
How a Friday afternoon feature request became a same-day ship - implementing nested container packing in StoaPack API.
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The $100,000 Box of Body Spray: A Cautionary Tale About Hazmat Quantity Limits
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.
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The 3D Bin Packing Problem: Why It's Harder Than It Looks
Bin packing is NP-hard. Here's what that means and how StoaPack approaches the problem.
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Package-First Architecture: Why Order Status Should Be Derived, Not Assigned
Most OMS systems get order status wrong. Here's why deriving status from packages produces more accurate fulfillment tracking.
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API Design Lessons from Building an OMS
What we learned designing 20+ endpoints for Vectis. Idempotency, pagination, error handling, and more.
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Database-Per-Tenant: Why We Chose True Multi-Tenancy for Vectis
Row-level filtering vs. database isolation. The architectural decision behind Vectis's multi-tenant design.
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What Sets an OMS Apart from Other Business Systems?
Understanding the difference between order management systems, ERPs, WMS, and inventory management software.
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When Shopify Admin Isn't Enough: Signs You've Outgrown Built-In Order Management
Shopify is great until it isn't. Here are the signs you need a dedicated OMS.
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Dimensional Weight Pricing: Why Your Shipping Costs More Than You Think
Carriers charge by size, not just weight. Understanding dim weight can save you thousands.
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Inventory Reservation Patterns: How to Stop Overselling
Overselling happens when your inventory system can't keep up with your orders. Here's how to fix it.
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What 3PLs Need from Order Management Software
Third-party logistics providers have unique requirements. Here's what to look for in an OMS.
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Hazmat Segregation for E-commerce: What Can Actually Ship Together
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.
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