Most shippers understand the potential disruption an August 1st Teamsters strike at UPS would cause to their business, the economy, and UPS as a company. But have you considered the position your...
By Paul Yaussy “Here’s the reality. Let’s say you’re in charge of supply chain for a large company and you need to go in front of your boss or...
Click here to download this 2023 UPS GRI Analysis as a PDF Matching rival FedEx’s September announcement, UPS has revealed its 2023 General Rate Increase (GRI) will also set...
Several factors can determine the success of an e-commerce business, among them pricing, product quality, and reviews. But shipping time and costs can also influence a business’s bottom line....
When determining which shipping carrier to use for your delivery needs, it’s helpful to understand the pros and cons of each option. In the U.S. that means deciding whether...
There are a lot of factors in choosing a shipping company, between the USPS and the other major private carriers. Deciding which one to use for your company’s specific...
This blog first appeared on PARCEL on July 21, 2021. In April, FedEx and UPS reinstated Money Back Guarantees (MBG) for on-time delivery on various express services, mainly Next...
When it comes to choosing a shipping provider, everyone has their own opinion. For businesses, however, personal preference oftentimes must be set aside for more practical reasons such as...
Shipping is a big cost for companies. In 2019, logistics fees ate 11% of total sales revenues on average for shippers. And with online shopping rising, shipping takes on...
When reviewing an annual company budget, one area to pay special attention to is the shipping budget. Whether you run an ecommerce store or another business that might ship...