President Trump’s tariff policies on imports seem to change daily. Therefore, we will set aside tariff rates for now and instead focus on analyzing the clearance policies for small parcels... View More

North Andover, MA (April 20, 2025) – Sitma is pleased to announce that leading automated packaging solution provider Packsize has added Sitma’s e-Wrap and Fast Pack / Fast Pack Plus mailer

The rapid growth of e-commerce has led businesses to seek ways to optimize their fulfillment processes to meet customer expectations. One such innovation is the integration of packing slips and... View More

In today’s unpredictable parcel landscape—marked by soaring carrier rates, fluctuating tariffs, and tighter capacity—a Transportation Management System (TMS) alone isn’t enough.... View More

At any given time, ensuring your supply chain is running smoothly is already a demanding task, but a perfect storm of supply chain disruptions — ranging from escalating geopolitical tensions to extr

A shorter, condensed peak holiday season saw strong demand between Black Friday and Christmas. Beyond that, however, the overall season was a mixed one for most retailers and carriers. The C... View More

In the September-October 2024 issue of PARCEL, we took a look at the legal and financial risks faced by parcel shippers. Some of these are old risks that have existed for many years. However... View More

The second half of 2024 was one of return volumes holding steady but was a mixed bag for returns costs, according to the Reverse Logistics Association’s (RLA) returns index. “It seems... View More

Attending a professional trade show or conference can be a game-changer for networking, learning, and business growth—if you plan strategically. To get the most out of the experience, it’s

“AI” was the buzzword of 2023 and 2024 — and for good reason. AI’s potential to improve how parcel shippers work is undeniable. Most shippers already rely on a number of... View More

Parcel surcharges are hitting shippers harder than ever, and 2025 is bringing even more aggressive cost increases — especially for oversized packages. In a recent video, Jack McCrum from Rev... View More

The United States Postal Service (USPS), a cornerstone of American communication and commerce, is set to undergo significant changes in 2025. From rising shipping costs to delivery delays and... View More

The global shift toward sustainable practices has created a substantial market for eco-friendly packaging. Forecasts suggest that this market will expand from USD 256.06 billion in 2025 to USD 369.32... View More

ROCHELLE PARK, N.J., March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Intelligent Audit is proud to announce t... View More

Returns are an inevitable part of e-commerce. What started as a feature to reduce risk for consumers when buying online has grown into a massive issue affecting consumers, merchants, and 3PLs alike... View More

AUSTIN, TX – ShipStation®, a leading provider of cloud-based shipping solutions from Auctane, today announces a major investment in its API strategy by consolidating ShipEngine® into

Parcel management used to be simple: hand everything over to one carrier and negotiate better rates each year to keep shipping costs at a minimum. However, the exponential growth of e-commerce... View More

March 2025 – Chicago, IL – Appearing at ProMat 2025, a manufacturing and supply chain show, next week, Kardex Solutions and Paccurate are proud to announce a strategic partnership aimed

Let's face it, third-party logistics (3PL) providers are the unsung heroes of the supply chain. They work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that packages reach their destination on time... View More

Warehousing has undergone a dramatic transformation in recent years. The rise of e-commerce saw a surge in demand for faster, more efficient delivery experiences. At the same time, supply chai... View More