The United States Postal Service is ending its Destination Delivery Unit (DDU) discounts, eliminating a model that’s been a staple for affordable e-commerce delivery for years. Price increas... View More
President Trump’s “America First” Trade Policy has created significant uncertainty for parcel shippers. US trade policy is changing. Some details still need to be filled in, but the first... View More
If you are a brand selling a product, at some point, you’ve had to figure out how you are going to store inventory and ship it to your customers. If you’re an established company, the odds
As the holiday peak season approaches, retailers are preparing by ensuring adequate inventory and parcel shipment capacity. However, often overlooked is how to manage returns effectively durin... View More
In today’s fast-paced supply chain environment, technology evolves faster than most facilities are built. Fulfillment systems that once operated efficiently can quickly become outdated as cu... View More
In an issue from 2009, we reviewed six basic principles of contracting and, in particular, how these rules apply when contracting for transportation services. In this issue, we’re sharing th... View More
The US economy is facing significant headwinds, and the effects are being felt far beyond spending habits or business investment. Bubbling away under the surface is a growing problem facing th... View More
Parcel pricing is intentionally difficult to decipher, with intricate rules and constant shifts leaving uncertainty as the only constant for shippers. While price increases were once announced on a pr
Amazon is looking to change the way you see your national carrier options. Manifested shipping has a nearly 5,000-year history, with some of the first known examples utilizing the amp... View More
Managing carrier relationships is delicate work. Yes, we need to be able to deliver our products in a cost-effective manner. That has been true in the past and will always be true going forwar... View More
The 5.9% might seem like business as usual, but it's a reshuffle of service-level pricing and surcharges that could hit your bottom line harder than expected... View More
There has been growing pressure from regulators, customers and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) mandates for companies to be more eco-friendly, and packaging design has become one o... View More
There is a lot to think about when considering working with a fulfillment partner. It’s a big step, and outsourcing is not for every company. Below are some questions to ask yourself to help... View More
The rapid growth of e-commerce has transformed customer expectations around delivery. Two-day and even same-day shipping are no longer seen as premium services — they are becoming the standa... View More
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is significantly transforming parcel management. Generative AI agents are automating supply chain activities in most industries. Tools like advanced algorithms and... View More
As shippers finalize their budgets for the coming year, FedEx has once again set the market tone by being the first major carrier to announce its annual General Rate Increase (GRI). While the headline... View More
A long time ago, parcel shipping rate increases were far more simplistic than they are today. Rate hikes typically occurred during an annual General Rate Increase (GRI) in December or January... View More
Final-mile delivery isn’t just the last step. It’s often the most visible and scrutinized part of the supply chain. As e-commerce continues to surge, today’s final-mile carriers are... View More
If you're heading to PARCEL Forum '25 in Schaumburg, here is a list of 30 exhibitors you can't afford to miss! Make sure you stop by and see them during the show's dedicated exhibit hall hours... View More
As parcel volumes continue to surge across global logistics networks — driven by rising e-commerce expectations, evolving consumer preferences, and seasonal peaks — traditional warehousing... View More
