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Due to fears of inflation, half of shoppers are discount shopping for groceries—but not much else
51% of shoppers are discount shopping for groceries, but far fewer are bargain hunting for discretionary purchases.
Everything you need to know about smart lockers for business
For decades, businesses have embraced technology to streamline processes, launch new services and transform nearly every facet of the enterprise. However, one segment of the workplace is often overlooked during digital transformations: the mail center.
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Logistics and Cash Flow Insights for Small Businesses
Now is the time to address long-term capital needs and to put the right financial solutions in place. Also, build relationships with people and companies based on their ability to be with you today and tomorrow.
BOXpoll Weekly Trackers
Interactive charts with real time consumer data on the pandemic, the economy and ecommerce
Third party returns pickup is an unproven rookie
Despite being pitched as an ultra-convenient returns option, consumers rank third-party delivery services solidly last out of different methods for initiating a pick-up.
What is green worth?
More than one-third of all consumers—and more than half of Gen Z—are willing to pay for retailers to take some sort of action to reduce their order’s carbon footprint. Gen Z is willing to pay more than double the average.
Multicarrier appears to be a privilege
More than one-third (39%) of U.S. online retailers cite fear of losing volume discounts as a top obstacle to furthering their multicarrier strategies
Leaky international checkouts
Between 71-82% of shoppers say they’ve abandoned orders from the U.S. because they did not want to risk paying import duties due to DDU shipping.
International carts gone MIA
Expectations around cross-border delivery aren’t changing—but more international shoppers think shipping is too slow.
BOXpoll Weekly Trackers
Interactive charts with real time consumer data on the pandemic, the economy and ecommerce
The cat’s ordering charcuterie boards
Episode 6 – Peak Recap 2
Customer Experience: A critical factor for achieving success
Customer experience has been an important topic at Graph Expo 2016. At the Xplor event, sponsored by Pitney Bowes, Matt Swain of InfoTrends moderated a panel focused on the importance of delivering exceptional customer service by understanding customer expectations.
If you want innovation, you have to invest in people
Large companies have the opportunity to harness talent across all geographies, leveraging the diversity of knowledge that exists to power innovation.
Ongoing innovation and learning leads to satisfying client outcomes
Creating great outcomes require sophisticated craftsmanship & innovation. Expertise in tech, APIs, IoT, and advanced analytics are all important parts of the equation.
The Top 10 Ecommerce Logistics Challenges for Online Retailers
Sometimes the real challenge for online brands begins after an order is placed. Discover the top 10 ecommerce logistics challenges that hold back brands.
Ecommerce returns management: Best practices for handling returns
Returns are a critical component of ecommerce logistics and the customer experience. Get a crash course in ecommerce returns management, including best practices for store policies, tracking, communication, and marketing opportunities.
What is 3PL and How Can It Benefit Your Ecommerce Business?
Third-party logistics providers can help you grow your ecommerce business without stretching your resources or incurring additional risks and costs.
Ground shipping vs air shipping services: Which is better for ecommerce?
With ecommerce shipping, it can be a tough call choosing between ground shipping services and air shipping. We’ll show you which is best for each type of order.
Current Supply Chain Updates
Small businesses must proactively follow trends in supply chain to avoid snags and backlogs. In six months, the backlogs will lessen but shipping prices will remain high.
2022 Checklist for Business Owners
Some of the biggest takeaways from this year will include, cash flow is king, it pays to have backup plans, and businesses should have several sources for their goods and supplies.
Small Business Financing
Next 6 months critical for addressing key issues impacting economy (i.e. inflation; supply chain).
3 Ways to Gain Control Over Marketing Mail Campaigns
Learn more about the marketing mail planning process to design more successful campaigns.
What Is Presorted First-Class® and Presorted Standard Mail®?
The USPS offers discounts on Presorted First-Class Mail and Presorted Standard Mail.
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.
The shipping conundrum for campus mail centers
Campus mail centers must invest in intuitive, digital solutions that expedite parcel processing and send out timely delivery notifications to on-campus recipients.
Top 6 Reasons to Adopt Smart Lockers for Asset Management
Learn how smart locker storage offers organizations a safe, secure and automated way to monitor and track the use of critical assets and valuable equipment.
What is the cheapest way to ship packages from home?
If you know the weight and size of your parcels, where you want to ship them and how fast they need to get there, then it’s fairly simple to decide which provider will give you the best deal. We’ll show you how to find to the right solution.