I am writing this e-tip while sitting at O’Hare after attending another fantastic PARCEL Forum. One of the most prevalent discussions I heard at the conference was everyone trying to predict... View More
Between Thanksgiving and the end of December, UPS, the U.S. Postal Service and FedEx are preparing to deliver up to 110 million packages a day. And that doesn’t include the large number of items... View More
Planning is the difference between peak season warehouse success and a stressful holiday inventory swell. Peak season planning is vital for every facility. The right strategy can ensure you ar... View More
Ports remain clogged, labor is still short, and various raw materials continue to be endangered – which makes a company’s inventory invaluable. That means businesses are seeking every... View More
Automation is defined as “the use of largely automatic equipment in a system of manufacturing or other production process.” What does that mean in your distribution center? Automat... View More
When shippers look at their next freight bill, costs may be higher than normal – or the relative normal of late, characterized by already high and plentiful surcharges. That’s because FedEx... View More
This peak season, logistics leaders should expect new challenges to their operations from peak seasons past. According to a recent FedEx survey, the average transit time from China to U.S... View More
Paccurate's full report can be found here, but some key takeaways include the following: · Packages shipped in the United States contain 64% air, on average. That's double what e... View More
In the daily conversations I have with shippers across the country, including customers and prospects, there is increasingly a feeling that something fundamental changed. Many, particularly in... View More
Effective January 2, 2023, FedEx Express (Domestic, US Export and US Import), FedEx Ground, and FedEx Home Delivery shipping rates will increase by an average of 6.9%. FedEx Freight will incr... View More
STRATHAM, NH – September 21, 2022 – Position Imaging, Inc, a pioneer in package logistics and asset tracking, today announced it is partnering with The Timpson Group, a UK a... View More
For logistics operations, change has become a constant. The COVID-19 pandemic created major disruptions that still linger today, with 72% of businesses reporting negative effects due to the pandemic... View More
Shipping is a critical part of every e-commerce business. Not only do you need to be sure your products reach your customers promptly and in good condition, but you also have to figure out whi... View More
The global economy is an enigma right now, with the impact of inflation on supply chains a key part of that mystery. Thanks to the pandemic over the past few years, the industry has seen more than its
It’s no secret e-commerce has seen a boom over the last couple of years, and as customer expectations continue to evolve, shipping packaging continues to fall under more scrutiny. Many e-comme... View More
D2C merchants will break the bank to create programs that connect customers with their brands and build loyalty. Then they’ll ship products out using uninspired packaging in plain brown boxe... View More
Hamburg, Germany, 13th August 2022: As China grapples with the zero COVID policy and resulting lockdowns, the demand for containers declines amidst the busiest peak season shipping. The interest... View More
PITTSBURGH, September 6, 2022 - eProductivity Software (ePS), a global leader in transformational technology, purpose-built to empower the packaging industry, will use Corrugated Week 2022 to sh... View More
With the new Helical Modular Chute (HMC), Interroll provides a simple and easy solution for vertical transport in confined spaces. With a durable and robust steel construction, this product se... View More
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. & STAMFORD, Conn. – September 8, 2022 – Extensiv, a technology leader focused on delivering omnichannel software solutions for warehouse, inventory, and or... View More
