Flat-rate shipping Archives - Multichannel Merchant

Flat-Rate Shipping Wars Rage On as Carriers Court More SMB Business

November 19, 2019 | Mike O'Brien

In an effort to attract more business from SMB ecommerce shippers, UPS and FedEx continue to expand their competitive offerings in flat-rate shipping, offering more options, customization and economy. Such programs aren’t as economically attractive to large enterprise shippers with their volume-based discounts.

Implementing the Right Shipping Strategy

May 20, 2013 | Daniela Forte

Are you charging your customers too much for shipping or not enough or is free shipping right for you? These are the questions being asked by merchants, according to an article on Forbes.com.