Latest posts about Shipping
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Outside the Box: Why parcel shippers are suddenly focusing on packing
September 18, 2023
This webinar will discuss the recent focus on optimizing pack-out in major brands, highlighting its importance in annual shareholder letters. It will also explore the current state of packing efficiency, how big e-commerce brands are addressing the issue, and the impact of packing on margins and the environment.
Shippers Focus on Yield Management as Rates Continue to Rise
September 18, 2023
With FedEx and UPS raising their rates, savvy shippers can still find rate value for 2024, but time may be running out.
Warehousing for the Hospitality Industry
August 15, 2023
With PITT OHIO warehouse services allow goods, fixtures, supplies, and products, stay in perfect condition until they are ready to be used or installed.
USPS reports slight fiscal third quarter operating revenue decline
August 10, 2023
Fiscal year 2023 second quarter earnings results, for the United States Postal Service (USPS), which were issued earlier this week, saw a 0.9% decrease, or $168 million, in operating revenue, to $18.6 billion, while total volume was off 11.4% annually.
Sparck Technologies’ Ecommerce Automated Packaging Solution
July 26, 2023
As the largest ecommerce food service equipment and supplies dealer in the nation, WebstaurantStore’s mission is to offer busy foodservice professionals superior service, fast shipping, and the best selection and prices. Faced with continued growth and an extremely diverse order profile, WebstaurantStore turned to the CVP Impack Automated Packaging Solution for efficient packaging that is 7X faster than manual packing.
2023 Third Party Logistics (3PL) Playbook
July 24, 2023
Maximize Your 3PL Performance with the 2023 Peak Season Playbook - Prepare for Success Now with Tips, Checklists, and Strategies to Help Your Business Flourish During the Holidays.
The Corrugated Cardboard Primer
July 11, 2023
Leveraging Packsize's On Demand Packaging systems, software, and solutions, companies can capitalize on sustainable, cost-effective, and high-performing corrugated fiberboard for quality protection.
The Manufacturing Process for Corrugated Cardboard
July 11, 2023
Corrugated cardboard is the material of choice for creating strong, yet lightweight shipping boxes - capable of withstanding the weight of the items within, and the roughness of transportation.
Is Goods-to-Person Technology Right for Your Business? Working With a 3PL May Be the Best Way to Find Out
June 20, 2023
From shuttles to cube-based AS/RS systems to mobile robots, we are successfully designing, implementing and operating goods-to-person automation that improves picking speed, productivity, and accuracy.
The beauty of integrated pack and ship
June 7, 2023
Sam’s Beauty doubles order fulfillment productivity with an integrated pack and ship system and software.
Global Supply Chain Sourcing Strategies and Tools with CONNEX Marketplace
June 1, 2023
Listen in as Rosemary Coates and Ruyi Gaffney, COO at CONNEX, connecting manufacturers to buyers. Rosemary Coates, Executive Director of the Reshoring Institute, hosts this episode of The Frictionless Supply Chain.
How Can White Glove Service Increase Customer Loyalty?
May 17, 2023
The idea for white glove deliveries was born out of a desire to meet the needs of customers. These deliveries focus on valuable items and are intended to create an effortless experience for those receiving them.
Rail Carload and Intermodal Market Report with Tony Hatch
May 4, 2023
In this podcast, Tony Hatch offered up his views on various aspects of the freight railroad and intermodal sectors, including: market conditions, service levels, volumes, capital expenditures, and safety, among other topics.
Driving Down Unexpected Less-than-Truckload Transporation Costs
April 24, 2023
In the LTL world, that first freight quote doesn’t always reflect the final cost of moving goods from origin to destination.
Descartes’ March Global Shipping Report sees sequential gains and annual declines for U.S. imports
April 13, 2023
In the report, Descartes stated that U.S. container volumes—at 1,853,705 TEU (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units)—saw a 6.9% sequential increase in March, but fell 27.5% annually and up 4.2% compared to March 2019, a full year ahead of the onset of the pandemic.