A Complete Guide to Shipping Internationally
Be in the Know for International Shipments In today’s globalized world, shipping things internationally has become essential to modern business and personal life. Whether you are an e-commerce entrepreneur or an individual sending a gift to a loved one, shipping internationally can seem like a daunting task. However, with some preparation and knowledge, you can […]
The Best Ways to Save Money on International Shipping
Ship internationally with confidence International shipping can be costly, especially if you are shipping frequently or sending large or heavy items. Fortunately, there are several ways to save money on international shipping without sacrificing the quality of service. In this post, we will discuss tips on saving money on international shipping. Compare shipping rates from […]
What is Void Fill & How to Reduce the Need for It
Understanding Packaging Terms for eCommerce Businesses Void fill, also known as cushioning, is a common term used in the shipping logistics industry to describe the materials used to fill any empty space in packages to prevent damage to the contents during transit. Void fill materials are typically made of foam, bubble wrap, packing peanuts, or […]
Understanding the Differences Between FedEx and UPS
5 Ways to Spot the Differences FedEx and UPS are two of the world’s largest courier and logistics companies. It’s well known that both companies offer a range of services, including package delivery, freight shipping, and logistics solutions. While they share many similarities, there are also crucial differences between the two companies that set them […]
5 ways to reduce shipping costs
Strengthen your shipping strategy Ecommerce has revolutionized how businesses sell products, but with the rise of online shopping comes the challenge of shipping. Shipping costs can be a significant expense for many eCommerce businesses, no matter the size, eating into profits and making it difficult to remain competitive. Here are five ways to lower shipping […]
Connect Live Shipping Rates to Your Store
Get Live Shipping Rates From Shipping Pilot at Checkout! Shipping Pilot is excited to announce live shipping rates and services directly from our platform, into yours! Getting started is easy, and requires little technical knowledge. What are Checkout Rates? Checkout Rates lets you choose the shipping options and rates displayed on your store’s checkout page. […]
Driver Appreciation
Making Things Move At some point, every package you receive will likely be on either a truck or a van. The lifeblood of the shipping industry is the drivers who move goods from place to place. Whether these are long-haul drivers transporting food across the nation or short-haul cargo trucks delivering packages from planes and […]
Rising Fuel Costs
An Unfortunate Reality The crisis in Ukraine doesn’t appear to be ending anytime soon, and that is having consequences for us here in the United States. Fuel costs have increased and are unlikely to decrease at any point in the foreseeable future. For the average American, this means an added expense to their monthly budgets. […]
Shipping Innovations
A New Shipping Year The New Year is a time for remembering what came before. It is also a time for looking at what is coming in the future. The shipping industry has a very strong case for being the industry most impacted by innovation throughout history. Virtually every social and technological shift has impacted […]
Post-Holiday Shipping
The Holiday Shipping Period December is a complicated and busy time for shipping and delivery. The hard deadline of December 25th causes customers to be somewhat inflexible on their deadlines, and more likely to pressure you to deliver products early. This is compounded by the fact that the number of orders increases fairly dramatically over […]
