Tag Archive for: Reduce risk

How Much Does USPS Insurance Cost?
The United States Postal Service (USPS) is one of the largest…

From Caravans to Ecommerce: History of the Supply Chain
Celebrated every year on April 29, National Supply Chain Day…

Supply Chain Issues and How To Overcome Them
For ecommerce businesses, effective supply chain management decreases…

Meet Up With EasyPost at Manhattan Momentum 2024
In just a few short weeks, Manhattan will be holding its annual…

Increase Account Security and Expedite Shipping Operations With EasyPost’s New User Roles
In 2023, U.S. ecommerce sales totaled an estimated $1.1B, increasing…

Earth Day & Shipping Sustainability: 3 Tips To Go Green
First celebrated in 1970, Earth Day is a time to learn more about…

How To Build the Perfect Order Picking Process
Order picking is the most time-consuming and expensive warehouse…

EasyPost Awarded 2023 UPS Ready Premier Partner
Get ready for some big news. We’re proud to announce that EasyPost…

8 Ways To Spring-Clean Your Shipping Strategy
Spring is in the air! That means a few things: the smell of fresh-cut…

Consolidated Freight for Reduced Shipping Costs
Looking for a way to save money on freight shipping? If your…

Drive Success Through Your Ecommerce Fulfillment
Imagine a customer browsing your ecommerce website. After adding…

Celebrating Women in Logistics: Jill Barron’s Journey
As we near the end of March, this article marks the fourth and…

Supply Chain and Logistics Books To Read in 2024
These days, you can find valuable supply chain information just…

Inventory Management: Benefits, Process, and Best Methods
As a thriving ecommerce business, your inventory is your greatest…

Sustainable Packaging Guide for Ecommerce Business
High-quality, durable packaging is crucial for protecting products…

Last-Mile Delivery: What It Is and How It Works
Thanks to advanced technology and supply chain networks, physical…

How To Handle Shipping Delays in Your Ecommerce Business
Customers hold ecommerce businesses to a high standard, especially…

Why Sustainable Pharmaceutical Shipping Matters
With technology constantly evolving, the speed and security of…

Porch Piracy: What It Is and How To Fight Back
A lot can go wrong during the delivery process. But one of the…

Get Caught Up on the February Episodes of Unboxing Logistics
The only thing you loved more than your valentine this February?…

Shipping to Canada: Carrier Options, Costs, and Times
Canada is known for its maple syrup, hockey, and gorgeous natural…

How To Master and Optimize Your Shipping Process
As an organization grows, its shipping process evolves. But whether…

Return Label Guide: Making Returns Easy
Every day, thousands of returned products are shipped back to…

What Is USPS Ground Advantage™? Shipping Benefits and Prices
Looking for an affordable, reliable way to ship parcels domestically?…

Updates to our Data Retention Policy
Last updated: June 18, 2024
Here at EasyPost, we operate at…

What Is Integrated Logistics? Key Features and Benefits
The term logistics is deceptively simple. With that one short…

Expert Guide to Ecommerce International Shipping in 2024
International shipping can be incredibly complex, and many ecommerce…

Red Sea Tensions: The Rising Tide of Shipping Costs for U.S. Businesses
The bustling trade waters of the Red Sea, long a crucial artery…

FedEx + EasyPost Webinar: Mastering the Returns Game
A few weeks ago, EasyPost and FedEx joined forces to record a…

Chocolate Shipping Guide: 6 Simple Steps
Chocolate is one of the most satisfying (and versatile) sweets.…

Get Caught Up on the January Episodes of Unboxing Logistics
January might feel like the longest month on your calendar (thanks,…

What Is a Carrier Facility and How Does It Work?
Once you send packages off with the carrier, they move from one…

Discounted Shipping Rates for Canada Post Through EasyPost
EasyPost is proud to partner with Canada Post to provide our…

EasyPost Partners With Pratt.com To Offer Sustainable Custom Packaging
We are thrilled to announce a new partnership with Pratt.com…

Analyzing Shipping Performance Post-Peak Season
Now that peak season has come to a close, your business is ready…

What Is Flat-Rate Shipping and How To Use It to Your Advantage
Shipping costs can be hard to predict, and it’s no wonder.…

DDP Shipping: What It Means and When To Use It
International shipping is full of complexities, and it can get…

Season 1 Highlights From the Unboxing Logistics Podcast
For Season 1 of the Unboxing Logistics podcast, we brought in…

The Top 10 EasyPost Blogs of 2023
And just like that, 2023 is two weeks behind us—and getting…

What Makes a Great Returns Experience?
With the 2023 peak season behind you, it’s easy to slip back…

Can You Ship Medication? Guide for Shipping Prescriptions
When modern medicine meets modern logistics, the results are…

USPS January 2024 Price and Service Changes
USPS is kicking off the new year with several changes to their…

Get Caught Up on the December Episodes of Unboxing Logistics
‘Tis the season to sit in front of a roaring fire with a hot…

Peak Season Is Almost Over … What Now?
As peak season winds to a close, businesses are breathing a sigh…

How To Improve the Package Tracking Experience (Tips + Gifs)
With so much information at their fingertips, today’s consumers…

How To Ship Jewelry Safely: Prevent Risks and Reduce Costs
Carriers have been working for years to perfect the art of package…

The Leg Lamp: Fragile Deliveries and Packaging Perfection
It might be one of the most iconic symbols of Christmas.
No,…

AI in Logistics: Trends To Keep an Eye Out For
When ChatGPT was launched in late 2022, it catapulted artificial…

Stockouts Explained: How To Avoid Inventory Shortages
It’s the all-too-familiar message that causes consumers to…

What Is Overstock? Tips To Prevent It
For ecommerce businesses, maintaining the right inventory levels…

Building Relationships With Suppliers—The Right Way
Did you know that companies spend 58 cents of every dollar in…

3 Major Shipping Costs (and How To Decrease Them)
With operational costs soaring, businesses have to double down…

What Is Ground Shipping? Guide To UPS® Ground Services
Looking for a secure, cost-effective way to ship packages? UPS®…

Can You Ship Alcohol for Your Business?
Between 2017 and 2023, the annual revenue of the alcohol ecommerce…

Ensure Edible Goodies Arrive Fresh for Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and that means tables…

Updated USPS Merchant Rate Card (MRC) Prices Starting November
Effective no later than November 18, 2023, all USPS shippers…

10 “Home Alone” Lessons To Protect Your Shipments This Holiday Season
Hey all you holiday shippers and merry merchants! You know how…

Get Caught Up on the October Episodes of Unboxing Logistics
Halloween comes and goes, but you can enjoy the October episodes…

3 New USPS Integration Feature Upgrades To Help You Ship
New USPS functionality is here! We’ve released a series of…

2023 Holiday Shipping Deadlines for USPS, UPS, FedEx, and DHL
Holiday season is upon us! To ensure the best chance of your…