The Shape of Parcel Efficiency
If the sweeping changes of the pending postal rate case could be summed up in one sentence, it would be this: How much you pay for postage depends on
CROSS CHANNEL: Package Delivery/Distribution
Softening the Blow
No matter how much you read about the expected postal rate changes, if you’re like most other mailers you’re still seeking the answer to one question:
Tips for Improving Shipping Performance
With rising fuel prices, carrier capacity problems, and pressure from customers for on-time deliveries, shippers have been feeling the squeeze.
A New Dimension in Packaging
The U.S. Postal Service’s proposed rate changes and new guidelines from just about every other major parcel carrier mean that no matter what type of product
‘TWAS THE SEASON not only for gift-giving but also for rate-raising by parcel carriers
On Nov. 17, Atlanta-based United Parcel Service (UPS) announced that it would hike its ground and air shipping rates effective Jan. 1. Prices are increasing
FedEx to Raise Ground, Home Delivery Rates
FedEx Corp. said on Dec. 4 it will be raising rates for FedEx Ground and FedEx Home Delivery by an average of 4.9%, effective Jan. 1.
Close to home
Fewer and fewer shippers are overlooking the regional carriers, and the number of such companies is growing as a result.
UPS, FedEx Ready Rate Hikes
‘Tis the season–not only for gift-giving but also for rate-raising by the parcel carriers. On Nov. 17, Atlanta-based United Parcel Service announced that it would hike its ground and air … Continue Reading →
Lost Shipment Recovery: Reward Outweighs the Effort
For every shipper, staying in control of lost merchandise is vital. Packages sent but never delivered are costly
5 Steps to Shape-Based Postage Compliance
You’ve probably heard that the U.S. Postal Service has filed to raise rates again in May 2007. But the proposed rates follow a more complex pricing structure than the flat 5.4% increase implemented last January. For the first time, the rate structure will rely on shape, as well as weight.