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Peering into Santa’s shopping list
42% of consumers expect higher free shipping thresholds, but 80% say they’ll buy online more or the same as last year.
The top categories shoppers plan to buy online for holidays are apparel, electronics, toys, media/entertainment, and beauty.
The top categories shoppers plan to buy online for holidays are apparel, electronics, toys, media/entertainment, and beauty.
Equipment Purchasing vs. Leasing
Having the right equipment to run your business optimally is essential. However, whether you decide to buy, or lease equipment depends on your situation. Explore your options and see what’s a fit for your business.
The Hidden Costs of Shipping: Understanding the Total Cost of Delivery With Kevin Hernandez
The cost you pay for postage is far from the only cost associated with getting your package to its destination. Let’s look at some of the surcharges and fees associated with the total cost of delivery.
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A glimmer of hope in the returns fraud wasteland
Shoppers who consider returns fraud acceptable are 10% more likely to find no-box/no-label returns difficult than those who adhere more closely to the rules.
Ultra-fast delivery: Worth the hype?
For consumers making casual purchases, the option of free next-day delivery has a negligible impact on cart abandonment, and instead cannibalizes those who would otherwise opt for standard ground delivery. For consumers making time-sensitive purchases, the option of free next-day delivery reduces cart abandonment, but more significantly cannibalizes those who would otherwise opt for store pickup.
A Journey to Success: PitneyShip Cube
The development of PitneyShip Cube reflects our commitment to a client-centric approach. Pitney Bowes is leading the way to reduce the complexity of sending.
A Focus on Early Literacy
Pitney Bowes Foundation emphasizes early literacy, partnering with organizations like Reading is Fundamental and Read to a Child. Join us in the transformative power of volunteering and smart investments in literacy. Make a difference in a child's life through the joy of reading.
BOXpoll Weekly Trackers
Interactive charts with real time consumer data on the pandemic, the economy and ecommerce
Understanding commercial equipment financing rates
No matter if your business is in the construction, healthcare, or manufacturing industry, obtaining the right equipment is crucial to success for small and medium-sized businesses.
Consumers’ top tracking priorities
Consumers’ top three priorities from a tracking experience are delivery date information, the ability to see updates without entering log-in information, and the option to get SMS/text updates.
America’s next top shipping headache
Online retailers cite difficulty comparing carrier cost structures as their number one domestic delivery challenge.
The shippers’ race to a great tracking experience
Our secret shopping data from 2,100 online retailers reveals shockingly low adoption of the tracking features most important to online shoppers, creating opportunity for retailers to set themselves apart with simple—and often free—upgrades.
A Journey to Success: PitneyShip Cube
The development of PitneyShip Cube reflects our commitment to a client-centric approach. Pitney Bowes is leading the way to reduce the complexity of sending.
A Focus on Early Literacy
Pitney Bowes Foundation emphasizes early literacy, partnering with organizations like Reading is Fundamental and Read to a Child. Join us in the transformative power of volunteering and smart investments in literacy. Make a difference in a child's life through the joy of reading.
Pitney Bowes Ranks on 2023 SmartWay High Performer List for Truck Carriers on Carbon Metrics
Our commitment toward this goal and our overarching mission to continuing to do the right thing, the right way, lead to our spot on SmartWay’s High Performers: Truck Carriers, Carbon Metrics ranking.
Post-purchase marketing strategy
You've made the sale. What now? Learn how to enhance the post-purchase experience with retention and loyalty strategies, effective returns and post sales logistics.
How a small package shipping company can help grow your ecommerce brand
With the right small package shipping company, your ecommerce brand can create an even better online customer experience. We’ll show you how.
What is E-commerce Logistics?
Understand ecommerce logistics, supply chains, each of their moving parts, and how they apply to an online business.
Equipment Purchasing vs. Leasing
Having the right equipment to run your business optimally is essential. However, whether you decide to buy, or lease equipment depends on your situation. Explore your options and see what’s a fit for your business.
2023 State of Manufacturing Panel Discussion
What are the latest growth projections for manufacturing and what events are impacting the industry? A panel of top industry experts provide real world insight on the current challenges and future opportunities facing small businesses.
Future Proofing your Small Business
Financial Strategies for Forward-Thinking Manufacturers
USPS® IMI: Compliance comes with benefits
The USPS is decertifying all postage meters that use IBI (Information Based Indicia) technology and is adopting a new technology standard called IMI (Intelligent Mail Indicia).
Finding new ways to combat the rising costs of mailing.
In 2023, mailers have a handful of ways to save significantly on postage costs.
US Postal Service® Bulk Mail Requirements
Learn the ins and outs of USPS® presort requirements—from how many pieces of mail qualify for bulk rate to acquiring a USPS bulk mail permit.
Seven common mistakes in shipping rate negotiations – and how to avoid them
Your shipping data can be a highly effective tool in shipping rate negotiations – if you know how to use it. Discover helpful tips and mistakes to avoid.
USPS Ground Advantage: A Guide
Learn about USPS Ground Advantage, offering delivery between 2-5 business days, and how it differs from USPS first class and priority mail here.
How to Calculate Online Seller Shipping Costs: A Guide
Discover how to calculate shipping costs for your online business with shipping calculators as well as strategies for saving on e-commerce shipping here.