UPS, FedEx Release Rates for 2013
UPS released its rate increases for 2013, including an average net increase of 4.5% — the same as this year
Shipping
5 Tips to Improve Holiday Shipping Efficiency
The 2012 holiday season is fast approaching, and what better way to prepare than to get your shipping processes in tip top shape. Making a few changes now can pay dividends during your peak season, helping you meet marketplace shipping requirements, ensuring that your packages arrive on time, and maybe giving you a few extra hours of sleep each night.
Superstorm Sandy Delivery Service Delays: Nov. 6, 2012
FedEx, UPS and the United States Postal Service said service interruptions continue in the areas hit by Superstorm Sandy. FedEx said unavoidable service delays should be expected due to power outages and local road conditions in New Jersey and New York …
Inbound Freight Could Be Affected by Hurricane Sandy
As much of the East Coast seeks to recover from the devastation of Hurricane Sandy, the storm’s wake could have a significant impact on inbound freight as Black Friday looms less than a month away.
Hurricane Sandy Disrupts Delivery Service on East Coast
As Hurricane Sandy slammed the East Coast today, affecting about 50 million people from the Mid-Atlantic states to Canada, the country’s major shipping companies incurred interruptions to some of its delivery areas.
3 Keys for Using Stores as Distribution Hubs
Implementing omnichannel distribution options like in-store pickup and ship-from-store are rising to the top of many retailers
Amazon to Hire 50,000 Seasonal Fulfillment Center Employees
Will merchants be the big winners this holiday season? They just might since many, including Amazon, Walmart, Target, The Limited and Kohls, have announced major increases in seasonal employment this year.
Retailers Need to Understand International Shipping
Even though several U.S.-based retailers are getting into shipping products internationally, in order to see an increase in revenue, retailers need to stay up-to-speed on the marketing, shipping protocols, and what their customers want.
6 Tips for Cutting Ecommerce Shipping Costs
With increasing consumer expectations for free or reduced shipping, combined with the ever-growing expenses involved with residential parcel delivery, online merchants are being forced to find new ways to cut costs to maintain reasonable profits. Here are 6 tips to help you cut your shipping costs.