HOLIDAY SHIPPINGADVICE FROM THEMASTER OF HOLIDAYSHIPPING: SANTA

Make a list.

Make sure shipping supplies are fully stocked and extra supportis available—not just boxes, but box fills, tape, labels, packingmaterials and other items.

Note important delivery deadlines.

Be aware of carrier policies regarding their service guaranteesduring the holidays—some carriers change them during thebusy holiday shipping season.

Check(everything)

twice.

Double check addresses to make sure you aren’t chargedaddress correction fees. Software that helps you checkaddresses can help avoid these costly fees.

Examine your shipping costs and make sure you’re using themost economical rates for ground and air delivery.

Take a look at Flat Rate shipping options to save money,especially on some heavier shipments.

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Find outwho's naughtyand nice.

Avoid shipping services that charge extra for Saturdaydelivery. Need delivery on a Saturday? USPS® does itfor free.

Determine what the billable dimensional weight will befrom your carrier (they’re not all the same).

Don’t worry, there’s a calculator for that.

Educate your team about preferred services andcarriers. Create a matrix for every product and shippingscenario detailing the lowest cost/most reliableshipping method for each.

Monitor your company’s shipping costs to account foremployees who might be using your shipping account.

Start planning

for next year.

Review your data to see what worked and whatdidn’t. Make a note for next year.

Check out 10 Ways to Gain Controlof Shipping Costs Today

for more ideas to help you save this season.

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