Packing and Shipping Tips

Shipping damage is an unfortunate event to both the sender and receiver. It leads to waste of time, money and energy. What make it worse is the fact that such damage can be avoided if only proper packing techniques were employed and precautions were followed. Packages go through a lot of stress during the entire

With just a few days before Christmas, gifts and packages from loved ones from afar must have started coming in. I bet some presents have found their spots under the tree while others may not have the same fate, unwrapped as soon as they were delivered. While these presents bring invaluable delight and joy, they

Depending on the carrier and shipping option you chose, parcels and packages will be processed and delivered via different means, including manually or automated using mechanical equipment.  During the shipping process, items are exposed to a variety of shocks and pressures that can lead to damage. To keep your package intact under any shipping condition,

The Holidays are just around the corner and so is the U.S. Postal Service’s busiest time of the year.  If you want your Christmas greeting cards, letters and other holiday packages to arrive on time, the USPS suggests you send them out as early as possible. To help customers make sure that their loved ones

Delayed package delivery is a headache among online sellers.  It causes dissatisfaction among customers which can negatively affect the business.  There are many reasons that causes delay in package delivery.  Some are due to courier issues but most of them can be blamed on the senders inefficient packing. One reason of delayed delivery is getting

Shipping costs can make or break your online business. Your shipping rate must be kept to a minimum to keep buyers interested and your bottom line profitable. Whether shipping to a domestic or international location, or sending a small package or a large freight load, here are a few tips which can help you cut

The tedious part of online selling kicks in when orders start coming in. Apart from peroper packing to ensure that the items are well protected against damage, there are other factors that must be considered when preparing the package. This includes keeping the shipping costs at a minimum and meeting your buyers’ expectations so you

Artworks such as paintings, sculptures and installations, are some of the most difficult items to ship because of their fragility, rarity, size and value. They require proper handling at all times as well as protection from elements that can cause irreparable damage caused by such factors as impact, moisture, and exposure to extreme temperatures. If you are

Tracking is an important part of shipping. It eliminates guesswork and the unwanted stresses that arise when a sender or recipient is clueless of the whereabouts of his package. Most carriers offer tracking services free of charge and it is best to only use companies which offer this service. A tracking number provides unique identification

Moving to a new location is both exciting and challenging. It opens new opportunities and experiences. However, moving with your stuff in tow can be quite stressful. Armed with the following moving tips, we hope to make your transfer less exasperating. Take only the essentials. Do not bring everything with you, especially the bulky pieces

While most carriers swear that they handle every package they receive and deliver with the utmost care, it is not always the case. Labeling your box with Handle With Care, Fragile, Do Not Drop, or This Side Up neither ensure that the package will not fall, get bumped, or kicked while on its way to

Shipping, or the transport of goods from one location to another either by air, sea or land, is an indispensable part of many businesses. The shipping process may seem daunting for beginners but knowing basic shipping terminologies will help you have a better understanding of the procedure. Here are some shipping terms and their definitions.