Tag Archive for: Reduce risk

3PL vs. 4PL: What’s the Difference, and Which Is Right for Me?

Outsourcing logistics is a great way to free up time for your…

Take a First Look at the New EasyPost Billing and Wallet Experience

Hey folks! We are extremely excited to release a new quality-of-life…

What Is 4PL (Fourth-Party Logistics)?

Think of logistics as an orchestra. The partners you work with—suppliers,…

FedEx SmartPost Has Rebranded to FedEx Ground® Economy

FedEx has rebranded its FedEx SmartPost service to FedEx Ground…

You Can Now Set New User Permissions to Access Shipping-Related Features Only

We're thrilled to unveil a major enhancement to the EasyPost…

6 Ways To Improve Your Returns Management Process

A customer orders a sweatshirt online. When it arrives, they…

2023 Peak Season Surcharges for USPS, UPS, and FedEx

Last updated: October 5th, 2023 Peak season presents big opportunities…

7 Ways Retailers Can Increase Customer Retention

It’s no secret that ecommerce customer retention can be a challenge.…

Keep up with Carrier Changes with EasyPost’s New “Carrier Updates” Page

Shipping is complicated. There are so many moving pieces that…

Get Caught Up on the August Episodes of Unboxing Logistics

August was the inaugural month of Unboxing Logistics, and the…

What Is Third-Party Logistics? 3PL Pros, Cons, and Services

Running an ecommerce business can feel like you're spinning glass…

Ecommerce Product Reviews: How To Get Them and Why

We all know the internet can make any product look like a must-have.…

How To Ship Food and Perishables as an Ecommerce Business

In recent years, direct-to-consumer food brands have surged in…

EasyPost To Support New 2-D Barcodes on USPS Labels for Improved Tracking

At EasyPost, we're dedicated to improving your shipping process,…

How to File a Package Insurance Claim: A Step-By-Step Guide

Shipping mishaps are the worst. After meticulously packaging…

Demystifying Eircode: A Must-Know for U.S. Shippers and DHL Express

If you ever send packages to Ireland you might have come across…

FedEx Overnight Cutoff Time for Drop-Off and Delivery

Timely, efficient, and stress-free shipping? Yes, please! As…

How To Comply With USPS’s New HAZMAT Shipping Rules Effective July 9, 2023

What is happening on July 9th, 2023? In November of 2022, the…

Why Package Insurance and Protection Matter for Your Business

All shippers know that delivering packages safely and securely…

What’s Changing With HS Codes for EU Shipments?

Last updated: July 14th, 2023 As part of their ICS2 program,…

All You Need to Know About the New Carta Porte Regulation

Effective August 1, 2023, Mexico will begin enforcing the Carta…

2023 Changes to Singapore Goods and Services Tax

EasyPost would like to inform you that effective January 1st,…

How To Calculate Shipping Costs and Choose the Right Service

Whether you’re in search of the cheapest shipping for a small…

Shipping Fragile Items: Packing Tips To Avoid Damage

Table of Contents Tips for shipping fragile items How…

4 Steps to Issuing Multi-Carrier RFPs

Pricing from major carriers is the most aggressive it’s ever…

Temperature-Controlled Shipping and How FedEx Makes It Happen

When you think of shipping, you probably don’t immediately…

5 Tips for a Great Holiday Shopping Season

The holiday shopping season began early this year. As a retailer,…

Shipping API Reliability and the Power of Uptime During Peak Season

As the holiday season approaches, retailers and ecommerce businesses…

Preparing for Peak Shipping Season: Customer Service and Support

As peak shipping season approaches, ecommerce businesses are…

UPS 2022 Peak Season Surcharges

It’s that time of year again – UPS has released their peak…

Hidden Ecommerce Fees Your Business May Not Be Aware Of

Did you know that there are various hidden charges and fees that…

Ecommerce Packaging Priorities: Size, Shape, Materials, and More

Packaging is one of the most important aspects of ecommerce.…

4 Factors That Directly Impact Your Brand’s Integrity

How do you choose where to shop? Maybe you want the best quality…

Software Platforms and Their Role in Automation

In today's digital age, more services traditionally offered up…

7 Warning Signs Your Logistics Processes Are Outdated

Just as in any other industry, logistics processes are changing…

7 Ways To Have Sustainable Shipping in Ecommerce

The race to carbon neutrality is on—and sustainable shipping…

Finding the Right Shipping Solutions for Small Business

In the competitive ecommerce marketplace, the technologies you…