From transit times to return rates, here’s how to use your shipping data strategically. Shipping data might not be as alluring as marketing metrics or customer reviews, but it’s one of the most underused tools in an e-commerce business’s toolbox. Every shipment leaves behind a trail of data on delivery times, costs, damages, returns and… Read More
Shipping Strategy
High temps, high stakes: A smarter approach to summer shipping
Summer is great for many reasons — long weekends, lighter inboxes and lingering sunshine. It’s also the season of summer sales, staff vacations and stretched operations. The pace might feel a bit more relaxed, but risks don’t always follow suit. From heat-sensitive goods to supply chain slowdowns, summer brings its own set of challenges. It’s… Read More
The cost of being underinsured
What carrier liability doesn’t cover — and how to fix it. When you hand off a package to your shipping carrier, you may assume it’s covered. And technically, it is — just not as much as you’d think. Most major carriers, including FedEx, UPS and USPS, provide a base level of liability coverage, often… Read More
How to spring clean your shipping strategy
A seasonal refresh for smoother deliveries, fewer surprises and better margins Spring isn’t just for dusting off shelves or organizing that catch-all drawer in your office. It’s also a perfect time to step back and reassess how your shipping strategy is really holding up. Over time, even the most efficient operations start to accumulate clutter… Read More
Shipping speed matters — but not always in the way you think
Customers want fast shipping. But what they really want is reliability. We’ve all been there. You click “order” on something you’re excited about, and suddenly, waiting even a couple of days feels too long. It’s not impatience; it’s anticipation. And when a package doesn’t arrive when expected? That’s when frustration sets in. Shipping speed has… Read More
