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Stay ahead of the trends shaping global commerce with deep-dive research and expert perspectives – available to view by downloading any of our recent industry reports.

2026 report IMRG x fulfilmentcrowd: EU Expansion Report 2026 Learn how to scale your brand in the EU, from marketplaces and compliance to effective localisation.

2025 survey results What do shoppers want? Cross-border survey results Based on insights from 1,000 consumers, this survey reveals what builds trust, what turns shoppers away and how to create a seamless cross-border experience

2025 eBook How to manage bracketing for omnichannel brands This is a not to be missed bracketing survival guide for omnichannel brands, who face challenges balancing inventory, rising costs, and meeting customer demands

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2025 eBook What’s next for demand forecasting? Reviewing predictive analytics, AI and sustainability in inventory management

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Case study WillPowders x fulfilmentcrowd: Scaling a supplement brand at pace Hear from WillPowders' founder Davinia Taylor on the reasons she chose fulfilmentcrowd to support her rapidly scaling supplement brand.

Expert insight Talking IOSS and EU clearance changes with Director of Client Services Chris White Director of Client Services Chris White joins us to discuss EU clearance changes and what brands must do to stay ahead.

Expert insight Managing Director Paul Taylor breaks down the true value of effective demand forecasting What is forecasting, and why does it matter so much in eCommerce? Paul Taylor breaks down how demand forecasting supports better resource planning and smoother peaks.

Expert insight How the right fulfilment technology makes peak season easier, with Director of Product Austin Waddecar Peak season puts every fulfilment operation under pressure. Austin Waddecar explains how the right technology helps brands prepare for peak, respond to demand spikes and protect customer experience when volumes surge.

Guest articles and content partnerships

Read guest posts and content collaborations via the industry publications, events and organisations we work with across the global commerce landscape.

Guest article: Why marketplaces could be your route into Europe An article for IMRG – the UK's largest eCommerce organisation – that explores how marketplaces can offer brands a route into Europe. Get advice on using marketplaces to test demand and the impact of effective localisation.

Guest article: How omnichannel is the operational backbone to retail growth In this IMRG article, we dive into the benefits of an effective omnichannel fulfilment operation, one which allows brands to sell from multiple channels via one visible inventory pool.

Interview: A spotlight on Paul Taylor, fulfilmentcrowd's Managing Director Managing Director Paul Taylor sits down with Cross-Border Magazine to discuss his career so far, his recent move into the Managing Director position, and his advice to brands on international fulfilment.

Guest article: What international shoppers expect and where brands fall short We share research from 1,000 cross-border shoppers to help Cross-Border Magazine readers gain a data-first insight into the international purchasing behaviours shaping modern eCommerce.

Guest article: Why retailers are considering local warehousing after IOSS changes Following EU customs changes in July 2025, brands shipping high volumes into Europe began to consider local warehousing. In partnership with IMRG, we explore these changes and the strategies available.

Guest article: Looking into customer expectations for Prime Day 2026 We dive into the customer expectations shaping the latest Amazon Prime Day for Cross-Border Magazine, looking at 2026 data and sharing expert strategies for coping with increased demand.