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
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
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
Peak season isn’t the time to find out if your 3PL’s accuracy rate was “good enough.” When you’re shipping 100,000+ orders in just two months, even a 1% gap in performance... View More
Parcel leaders want fewer surprises and tighter ETAs. This piece shows how predictive analytics turns scanner pings and route history into forward-looking control for small-package networks. I... View More
E-commerce continues to grow following a boost in 2018 and again with the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. To capitalize on the continued growth with online shopping and demand for same/next day del... View More
At any given time, ensuring your supply chain is running smoothly is already a demanding task, but a perfect storm of supply chain disruptions — ranging from escalating geopolitical tensions to extr
A shorter, condensed peak holiday season saw strong demand between Black Friday and Christmas. Beyond that, however, the overall season was a mixed one for most retailers and carriers. The C... View More
“AI” was the buzzword of 2023 and 2024 — and for good reason. AI’s potential to improve how parcel shippers work is undeniable. Most shippers already rely on a number of... View More
Let's face it, third-party logistics (3PL) providers are the unsung heroes of the supply chain. They work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that packages reach their destination on time... View More
Based on sixteen years of research in the US postal and parcel delivery industry, I have summarized three key principles that apply to the logistics industry, as follows: First Law: The volum... View More
The advancement of AI has impacted nearly every industry, and in the parcel logistics space, there’s a good amount of information available about how AI is altering or will alter operations... View More
The International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) are set to resume negotiations on January 15, 2025. The previous negotiations led to a three-... View More
A revolution is under way in how companies are expected to track assets and manage their supply chains. Pressure is rising from end users who have become accustomed to knowing where their good... 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
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
Ongoing negotiations to bring a final resolution to the U.S. port workers strike pinpoint a key issue facing the logistics industry. When external disruptions occur unexpectedly, do you have t... View More
Parcel shippers have specific expectations from their business customers to ensure smooth, cost-effective, and efficient shipping operations. These expectations align with the need for streaml... View More
As companies assess Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria as part of their corporate sustainability strategies, the environment (or “E”) remains a challenge as companies grapp
