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The UPU and You: What the Changes to the United States’ Role in the Universal Postal Union Means for International Shippers in 2020 and Beyond

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In October of 2018, the United States announced an intention to pull out from the Universal Postal Union (UPU) within one year. As a founding member of this 145-year old international organiza

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In our November/December issue, we take a look at how you can implement a multi-carrier strategy, 9 ways autonomous mobile robots could solve your DC's labor issues, what 2020 could look like in terms of your shipping spend, and more.

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1. FedEx Announces 2020 GRI

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1. A Retailer's Guide to Reverse Logistics

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1. Five Hidden Things to Look for During a Parcel Bid Event

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1. Selecting a Parcel Fulfillment Provider: Criteria You Cannot Overlook

2. Overcoming the Challenges to Last-Mile Delivery

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