Post-COVID Pros and Cons of Regional Parcel Carriers

Posted by Amware Fulfillment on September 21, 2023

During the pandemic when parcel capacity was tight and shippers experienced the sting of carrier volume caps or discontinuation of services, regional parcel carriers stepped in to fill the void.

Topics: Parcel Shipping for eCommerce

How Small Shippers Can Save on Parcel Shipping Costs

Posted by Amware Fulfillment on June 6, 2023

In the same way that Isaiah Thomas (5’9”) and Earl Boykins (5’5”) succeeded in professional basketball without being big, small to mid-sized merchants are finding ways to win in the parcel shipping game without the benefit of large-volume buying power.

Topics: Parcel Shipping for eCommerce

How eCommerce Shipping Boxes Can Drive Up Supply Chain Costs: An Interview with Jack Ampuja

Posted by Amware Fulfillment on December 1, 2022

Jack Ampuja is president of Supply Chain Optimizers. Jack’s firm has completed more than 500 packaging optimization projects for manufacturers, retailers, and ecommerce companies, saving an average 10% in supply chain costs on each project. Jack was a recent guest on the Unboxing Fulfillment Podcast with host Harry Drajpuch discussing, among other things, how eCommerce shipping boxes can increase costs and erode profit.

Topics: Parcel Shipping for eCommerce, Fulfillment Operations

Insider Tips for Getting the Best Parcel Shipping Rates and Terms

Posted by Amware Fulfillment on November 17, 2022

The dysfunction of parcel shipping in recent years is enough to make a logistics manager seek relationship counseling. Not from a therapist, but from someone more like Dean Maciuba, Managing Partner USA at Crossroads Parcel Consulting.

Topics: Parcel Shipping for eCommerce

Insider’s View on Small Parcel Shipping: Working Effectively with Carriers

Posted by Amware Fulfillment on July 19, 2022

Dean Maciuba served UPS and FedEx for over 37 years, working in senior sales and operations roles. His experience gives him a unique and in-depth view into nearly all aspects of small parcel shipping, including the role of parcel carriers and fulfillment service providers. Dean is currently the Managing Partner, United States, for Crossroads Parcel Consulting, where he is responsible for managing consulting initiatives in the

Topics: Parcel Shipping for eCommerce

How to Achieve 2-day Fulfillment for eCommerce Orders

Posted by Amware Fulfillment on June 7, 2022

With the post-Covid rise in online shopping, e-retailers are battling for the minds and wallets of a larger-than-ever market. Chief among the weapons these combatants are using are claims of fast shipping, typically 2-day fulfillment or less from order to delivery. Can your shipping speed keep up with your competitors’ offerings? A better question to ask may be: does it need to? In this article, we’ll look at 2-day

Topics: Parcel Shipping for eCommerce, Fulfillment Operations, Multi Channel Fulfillment

Video: What are 3 ways to cut parcel costs today?

Posted by Amware Fulfillment on June 2, 2022

Parcel costs eat up about two thirds of an eTailer's spending. It's no surprise then that companies are looking for ways to reduce their parcel spend.  But it's not easy.

Topics: Parcel Shipping for eCommerce

How Do Regional Parcel Carriers Fit Into Your Parcel Delivery Strategy?

Posted by Amware Fulfillment on March 22, 2022

With the continuing rise in eCommerce sales, parcel shipping cost and capacity constraints have become big headaches for online sellers. Skyrocketing rates and volume caps may have you seeking alternatives to FedEx, UPS, and USPS – sometimes referred to as the “Big Three” in fulfillment circles. While regional parcel carriers may not offer an ideal solution for every parcel shipping situation, they have provided some brands

Topics: Parcel Shipping for eCommerce

Video: Is dim weight pricing costing you more than necessary?

Posted by Amware Fulfillment on December 21, 2021

If you think that your parcel shipping costs are too high, there may be something that you can do about it. You can get smarter on the dim weight pricing model that carriers use and see if you’re giving away money by leaving too much air in your packages.

Topics: Parcel Shipping for eCommerce

Expanding Into International eCommerce Shipping With Your 3PL

Posted by Amware Fulfillment on December 7, 2021

Over the past two years, the growth of eCommerce has created more demand – inside and outside the US. But the pandemic has also made it harder to ship goods across borders. To address international eCommerce shipping challenges, many online retailers have turned to third-party logistics providers (3PLs) for help navigating the intricacies of international order fulfillment.

Topics: Parcel Shipping for eCommerce, Fulfillment Outsourcing