The packaging industry faces mounting environmental challenges, and if you’re in this space, you’ve likely seen the pressure to adapt. Single-use materials, like plastics, fill up landfills... View More
During the holiday season, a late delivery can sometimes feel like the end of the world. You’ve been there: you order a highly anticipated gadget, new clothes, or a last-minute gift, only to... View More
UPS has announced a significant rate increase for its SurePost service, effective January 13, 2025. These increases for transportation charges and accessorial fees will far exceed the 5.9% rate hike U
Austin, TX (12.17.24) - Onramp Funds, an innovative funding provider supporting the growth of eCommerce businesses, has partnered with SHOPLINE, a leading commerce services platform, enabling online m
In the fast-paced world of logistics and supply chain management, effective warehouse operations management stands out as a critical component for success. The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) h
The GRIs from FedEx and UPS are more nuanced this year, with increases that map closer tothe actual cost increases most shippers will incur, but some shipping profiles will still be hardhit.With the h
In the evolving world of logistics and e-commerce, companies are continually exploring ways to optimize their shipping strategies. One approach that has gained popularity is the use of multicarr... View More
Package deliveries are booming, with e-commerce sales estimated to exceed $6.3 trillion globally this year. With exponential growth comes last-mile logistical challenges for delivering packages effici
WASHINGTON — The United States Postal Service is primed and ready to deliver exceptional service during the 2024 holiday rush thanks in large part to the investments and strategies identifi... View More
Alexandria, VA, November 26, 2024 – The National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. (NMFTA™) has announced that expected 2025 National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC®) changes... View More
PHILADELPHIA, PA – December 3, 2024 – Asendia USA is proud to announce the launch of its innovative direct entry solution for shipping to Mexico, a game-changing service designed for e-commerce... View More
IRVINE, Calif. – Dec. 03, 2024 – Reveel, the only Shipping Intelligence™ Platform with Parcel Spend Management 2.0 (PSM 2.0) technology, today released its analysis of the 5.9% ann
WASHINGTON — The United States Postal Service is primed and ready to deliver exceptional service during the 2024 holiday rush thanks in large part to the investments and strategies identifi... View More
Bonn, November 26, 2024: SMEs contribute significantly to international trade. According to Eurostat (Federal Statistical Office of the European Union), in countries like Cyprus and Estonia, S... View More
When shipping globally or cross-border, it's important to carefully review your carrier contract to avoid costly mistakes. International shipping is significantly more complex than domestic s... View More
The booming e-commerce industry is good news for packaging companies, but it also produces seemingly competing demands. A growing push in favor of lightweighting packaging can clash with the goal of p
The recent Microsoft outage underscores the vulnerability of our digital infrastructure, significantly impacting industries like air cargo and shipping. As the industry continues to move towar... View More
Current State of the Domestic Small Parcel Market The US domestic small parcel market is currently in the midst in a period of rapid, meaningful, and far-reaching change. This current environ... View More
When I succeeded William J. Augello as author of this column in 2007, I knew the column would be about transportation law. It was not until later that I realized why it is so important for reade... View More
After a recent presentation on trends for international mail and delivery, I was asked how someone who needs to follow what’s happening internationally can do so with a reasonable time inves... View More
