The United States Postal Service (USPS®) periodically adjusts its shipping rates, which can impact your shipping costs. This blog post will break down the latest USPS rate changes and show […] The post USPS 2025 Shipping and Service Changes appeared first on ShippingEasy ..read more

On November 15, the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) began a national strike, resulting in a complete shutdown of Canada Post operations. No mail or parcels will be processed […] The post How the CUPW strike affects your business appeared first on ShippingEasy ..read more

In today’s fast-paced world, adaptability is essential for success, especially in the shipping industry. As consumer expectations rise and market conditions shift, carriers are changing how they set prices. fixed-rate […] The post How Carriers Like FedEx, UPS, and USPS Are Turning to Dynamic Pricing appeared first on ShippingEasy ..read more

The phrase “times are changing” might be cliché. But, this phrase does ring true for the ecommerce space. While things seem to be on the rebound, the economic climate is still fragile. Times are hard for both online sellers and shoppers.  We’re optimistic, though. Consumers are continuing to shop, but where and how they shop is changing. Not to mention expectations around delivery and delivery communication are higher than ever before. The key is to understand the modern shopper’s journey, from search to purchase. In ShipStation’s new research report, they uncover how to ensure a smooth s ..read more

Between work and errands, your customers may be gone for several hours throughout the day. The bad news is that their packages could be delivered and left unattended during this time. With 37% of customers being concerned about porch piracy, it’s crucial to offer more accessible pickup and delivery options.  UPS Access Point® locations are local businesses that offer a convenient option for your customers to receive their packages at an alternate delivery location when they can’t be home to accept a delivery, or if they’re concerned about leaving packages unattended. While your business m ..read more

Welcome to our United States Postal Service Updates blog, your guide to the changing postal scene. Here, we’ll share the latest news and rate updates from the USPS. Dive in as we break down the 2024 updates. January 2024 Highlights Effective January 21st, the USPS is rolling out changes to shipping rates, impacting various services and package categories. ShippingEasy remains committed to delivering top-notch service to its customers and is happy to announce that, through our partnership with USPS, customers can now enjoy enhanced discounts on Priority Mail® and Ground Advantage Rates compared ..read more

 Welcome to our United States Postal Service Updates blog, your compass through the dynamic postal landscape. This is where we unveil the most recent news and rate adjustments from the USPS. Take a deep dive with us as we unravel the intricacies of the 2023 updates. Table of Contents USPS Ground Advantage USPS HazMat Changes Key Takeaways for the USPS July Changes January 2023 USPS Rate Changes USPS 2023 Shipping Rate Changes Highlights Priority Mail Local Zones Regional Rate Shipping is Going Away Collapsing Canadian Pricing Groups November 2023 USPS Rate Changes On November 18, the US ..read more

It seems like we blinked, and it’s already time for the holiday season. Customers will start flocking to your site, especially if your business sells one of the top holiday products for 2023. From the 2023 Barbie Dreamhouse to UGG® slippers, we’ve scoured the internet for some of the top gift ideas and the products projected to be the most popular this holiday season. Now all that’s left to do is to refresh your memory on how to ship them. And don’t worry, in this blog, batteries are included.  Table of Contents What are the top holiday products for 2023? Toys Games Beauty Fashion Elect ..read more

In this edition of Shipping Unboxed, we’ll demystify the world of online marketplaces. Our recent study with Retail Economics projects that online marketplace sales will reach over $253 billion globally, with $183 billion of those profits coming from North America alone. Your business has the opportunity to capitalize on sales this holiday season, so it’s time to get your online marketplaces up and running. Without further ado, let’s dive into Shipping Unboxed: FAQs About Online Marketplaces. Question Quick Jump Why should I sell online? What is an online marketplace? How many customers make ..read more

The 2023 holiday shipping season is almost here (it’s crazy to us, too). Our recent study in partnership with Retail Economics shows that 44% of US customers are still concerned about inflation going into the holiday season. However, three in four customers still plan to spend the same amount on holiday presents they did last year (44%), with some planning to spend even more (22%). While some shoppers may be cautious with their spending, customers are still looking to spend money this holiday season. To ensure your products are included in these holiday purchases, it’s up to your business to a ..read more