The year was 2010. American Express decided to encourage cardholders to “shop small” by designating the Saturday after Thanksgiving as a day to shop and buy at small businesses. The goal was to bring small businesses what they need most: customers. Small businesses have come to look forward with hope and anticipation to what has become known as “Small Business Saturday.” While … Continued
Packing a box properly is crucial when it comes to shipping. If your item is not packed well, it probably won’t stand a chance in the carrier’s fast-paced hubs full of drops and falls from conveyor belt to conveyor belt. The carriers know this and have come up with several resources to use for all … Continued
When talking about protecting packages, we focus a lot with customers on packing methods, proper loose fill, the appropriate box, and more. Those are all important, of course, but one of the most overlooked areas of shipping for customers is insurance (or “declared value” as it’s more appropriately referred to). Some packages are going to get damaged. It’s a … Continued
The majority of people have computers. Most of those people have things to print . . . a lot of things. Despite the fact we hear so much about this becoming a “paperless society,” there are still millions of papers flying out of printers and copiers all over the world. That requires a hefty amount of ink … Continued
It’s hard to believe how quickly the world is seemingly shrinking isn’t it? Messages are sent between countries in an instant, people can travel the world in the span of a day, and sending packages to loved ones overseas has become more affordable for everyone. International shipping continues to grow every year with more and more … Continued
We all have wishes; especially at this time of year. For four-year-old Carson of Colorado Springs that wish was to be a delivery man for UPS. Thanks to some caring folks at UPS, they made his wish come true thanks to his buddy Ernest, whom he affectionately calls “Ernie.’ Check out the video below for … Continued
It’s hard to believe that we’re already seeing Christmas decorations lining the isles at stores; especially when we haven’t finished all the Trick-or-Treat candy we got a couple weeks ago. The fact remains that Thanksgiving and Christmas seem to arrive sooner and sooner each year, which means it’s never too early to prepare for the … Continued
Do you ever wonder why shipping centers ask you so many questions? “Are the items in the box fragile?” “Is there a replacement value?” “Have you ever shipped there before?” “What are you shipping? Does it contain any liquids, perishables, flammables, lithium batteries, explosives or other hazardous materials?” It may seem like we’re being nosey, … Continued
“Is the price of shipping based on the weight?” That may be the most frequently asked question we hear at our stores when a customer inquires about shipping a package. The answer to that question is “Yes . . . sort of.” The accurate answer will depend on how you’re shipping the package. UPS and FedEx use the … Continued
For people looking for an alternative to a Post Office Box (PO Box), you need look no farther than a Private Mail Box (PMB). It has even more features than a PO Box and can be exactly what you need for your business or personal use. In most cases, it’s cheaper than renting a PO Box. Saving … Continued
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