The overwhelming demand for grab-and-go food items has heavily influenced packaging materials and styles. In response to shifting consumer trends, companies are evolving their containers to accommodat
For logistics professionals, the last mile is one of the most demanding stages of transporting perishable goods. Delays, temperature fluctuations, and limited visibility during the final stretch... View More
Quick! Name the three biggest factors affecting the supply chain in recent history. Easy, right? COVID-19, Amazon, and AI/ML. You understand intimately how each of the three has changed the wa... View More
A long time ago, the only channel for parcels to enter and exit the country was through mail. Under the framework of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) and its international mail agreement, the... View More
In today's fast-paced world, "good enough" just isn’t enough, especially when it comes to your final mile operation. Customer expectations are climbing, delivery windows are shrinking, and compet
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
A recent Fast Company article written by the chief sustainability officer of Blue Yonder, Saskia van Gendt, caught my attention. Van Gendt wrote that while free returns have become a “powerf
Everyone has heard the pitch: upload your invoices and carrier agreements into AI and let it tell you what you're owed. We wanted to test that claim. So we hired an independent AI engineerin
Many e-commerce brands face rising levels of dead stock — the merchandise deemed unsellable or unlikely to sell soon. As executives evaluate e-commerce dead stock reduction options, some initially a
The world’s largest parcel carriers are shrinking physical footprints while expanding algorithmic control. UPS now processes the majority of its volume through automated facilities, and maj
What does an optimal e-commerce network look like? Is it the network with the fewest facilities, the fastest delivery promise, or the lowest transportation cost? In practice, the answe
A freight damage claim often points attention toward the carrier, but the root cause can start much earlier. If pallet loads leave a facility with inconsistent containment, shifting and instab
BROOKFIELD, Wis. – ProShip, a leading and award-winning provider of multi-carrier shipping software, has announced the return of ProS Who Know, an annual virtual event focused on the trends
Facilities handling high-volume parcel sorting and cross-docking operations face unprecedented challenges as cargo theft networks grow more sophisticated and insider threats multiply. Identifying th
