Last updated:

1/30/2026

Carrier

Carrier

What is a carrier?

A carrier is a logistics company responsible for transporting goods from one location to another, typically between fulfillment centers and end customers or retail stores.

Carriers in eCommerce

In eCommerce logistics, carriers such as DHL, UPS, or DPD play a critical role in ensuring fast and reliable last-mile delivery. Businesses often work with multiple carriers to optimize costs, delivery speed, and regional coverage. everstox provides automated multi-carrier management via one single platform – helping brands select the ideal shipping partner per order and destination.

Example for a carrier

A D2C brand uses DHL for national deliveries in Germany and UPS for international orders. The carrier is selected through everstox based on cost and SLA requirements.

About the author

Anna Kraus

Anna Kraus

eCommerce and logistics expert

With over seven years of experience in online marketing, Anna is responsible for the content strategy and editorial development of the everstox website. Her work focuses on eCommerce, logistics, and supply chain management, translating complex operational topics into clear, relevant, and actionable insights.

Since joining everstox in 2024, Anna has taken full ownership of the company’s editorial content, including blog articles, in-depth industry pieces, and the complete everstox glossary. Her content connects current trends in eCommerce and logistics with the real-world challenges faced by growing brands, helping decision-makers navigate an increasingly complex operational landscape.

Anna holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Salzburg and earned a Master of Business Administration with a focus on health management from IU International University. Her master’s thesis on occupational health management reflects her analytical mindset and her interest in how integrated strategies can strengthen long-term business performance.

By combining academic rigor with hands-on marketing experience, Anna delivers content that goes beyond surface-level commentary. Her work offers readers a clear, well-informed perspective on the intersection of digital innovation, logistics, and supply chain operations, with a strong focus on practical relevance and strategic clarity.

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