Get up to 48% Off UPS® Ground & Up to 62% Off on 2nd Day Air through Stamps.com https://blog.stamps.com/2020/10/16/ups-and-stamps-com-offer-discounted-shipping-rates/ Please be sure to Subscribe to our Podcast, YouTube Channel or Like our Social Media Channels for more updates soon. We will be sharing more episodes in the coming weeks. If you find the information we share helpful, could I ask you to please Leave a review, share and subscribe to this podcast? This will help others find this p...
Oct 19, 2020•5 min
FedEx Service Delays In Multiple Cities Across Illinois & Michigan Stay up to date on changes within the FedEx delivery network on the following page: https://www.fedex.com/en-us/service-alerts.html —————— Please be sure to Subscribe to our Podcast, YouTube Channel or Like our Social Media Channels for more updates soon. We will be sharing more episodes in the coming weeks. If you find the information we share helpful, could I ask you to please Leave a review, share and subscribe to this pod...
Jun 06, 2020•8 min
With state and local governments issuing stay at home and quarantine orders The packages you are shipping may not be delivered, and after a short hold time returned to sender . Before shipping to a customer it is suggested that you check and make sure that their location will be open when your package is due to arrive. Especially for commercial addresses as as many businesses around the country are being deemed nonessential and being forced to close. Remind your customer if something changes bet...
Apr 03, 2020•6 min
Covid-19, Quarantines & Shipping - Will Your Customer Be Open When Their Package Arrives? Will your customers be at work when the packages you shipped them arrive? ———- Please be sure to Subscribe to our Podcast, YouTube Channel or Like our Social Media Channels for more updates soon. We will be sharing more episodes in the coming weeks. If you find the information we share helpful, could I ask you to please Leave a review, share and subscribe to this podcast? This will help others find this...
Mar 23, 2020•7 min
As of January 1, 2020, all shipments to Brazil will require the recipients Tax ID # to be printed on BOTH the Shipping Label and the Customs Forms. This new requirement is to help ensure that Brazil will collect the proper taxes on packages being shipped into the Country. The following Tax ID's may be used: CPF# - Individual's Tax ID# CNPJ# - Business Tax ID# It has been recommended to put the Tax ID in the Company Name Line. That is, until all carriers can update their software and implement a ...
Jan 03, 2020•6 min
According to the USPS, The proposed prices, approved by the Governors of the Postal Service, would raise Mailing Services product prices approximately 1.9 percent. Shipping Services price increases vary by product. For example, Priority Mail Express would increase 3.5 percent and Priority Mail would increase 4.1 percent, on average. Although Mailing Services price increases are based on the Consumer Price Index, Shipping Services prices are primarily adjusted according to market conditions. If f...
Jan 01, 2020•4 min
Effective January 6, 2020, FedEx Express, Ground and Home Delivery will increase transportation rates by an average of 4.9%. Keep in mind we said average. Some weight and zone combinations may be less than 4.9%, others may be slightly more. FedEx Freight will increase rates on average of 5.9% On our last episode, from a few days ago, while discussing the 2020 Rate Increases for UPS, we discussed Surcharges. The same goes for FedEx... pay attention to the Surcharges. There are lot's of changes he...
Dec 30, 2019•7 min
UPS Shipping Rates to Increase on Average by 4.9% in 2020 ----- Beginning December 29, 2019, UPS has announced the following rate changes. We only hit some of the highlights and the below is not a full list. See the UPS link below for a full list of rate changes. 4.9% average increase on Ground Transportation. While some weight/zone combinations may be under 4.9%, other will be over 4.9%. 4.9% is an average. Do not over look changes to additional surcharges. Surcharges are increasing too, and ca...
Dec 26, 2019•8 min
Hi Guys, Sorry about the terrible audio. I wanted to get this out and did it from my phone while working. Hopefully the content will be helpful enough that will offset the quality of the audio. UPS Customers To Benefit From No Residential Peak Surcharges During 2019 Holiday Shipping Season —— More Information: UPS Customers To Benefit From No Residential Peak Surcharges During 2019 Holiday Shipping Season: https://pressroom.ups.com/pressroom/ContentDetailsViewer.page?ConceptType=PressReleases&am...
Aug 19, 2019•6 min
More Information: USPS Dim Weight Pricing Effective June 23, 2019 https://mailomg.com/2019/04/18/usps-dim-pricing-regulations-effective-june-23/ It is very important to prepare now. If you ship via USPS and you are only using weight to calculate your cost to ship you products, we recommend taking action now. It is very important to look at the changes with the USPS, and make changes. For example, 3 lb package that measures 20x20x12” will now be charged at the 29 lb rate! If your website or eBay ...
Jun 12, 2019•4 min
Jan 20, 2019•6 min
Hurricane Florence is set to start causing issues in the South East United States today. Expect delays on incoming and out going packages along the east coast the next couple of days.
Sep 13, 2018•3 min
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Dec 14, 2017•2 min
Follow Us Online: Website: https://www.fastpack.net/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fastpack_packaging/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fastpackshippingsupplies Snapchat: http://snapchat.com/add/fastpacknet Twitter: https://twitter.com/FASTPACK Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/FASTPACKNET LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-archambault-96283413/ Podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ecommerce-shipping-podcast/id1158064839 Podcast on Spreaker: https://ww...
Dec 07, 2017•7 min
http://www.fedex.com/us/shipping-rates/ Follow Us Online: Website: https://www.fastpack.net/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fastpack_packaging/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fastpackshippingsupplies Snapchat: http://snapchat.com/add/fastpacknet Twitter: https://twitter.com/FASTPACK Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/FASTPACKNET LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-archambault-96283413/ Podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ecommerce-shipping-podcast/id11...
Sep 23, 2017•11 min
------------------ https://about.usps.com/news/service-alerts/welcome.htm http://www.fedex.com/us/servicealerts/ https://www.ups.com/us/en/service-alerts.page?id=alert1 Follow Us Online: Website: https://www.fastpack.net/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fastpack_packaging/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fastpackshippingsupplies Snapchat: http://snapchat.com/add/fastpacknet Twitter: https://twitter.com/FASTPACK Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/FASTPACKNET LinkedIn: https://www.linke...
Sep 07, 2017•8 min
Follow Us Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fastpack_packaging/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fastpackshippingsupplies Snapchat: http://snapchat.com/add/fastpacknet Website: https://www.fastpack.net/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FASTPACK Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/FASTPACKNET LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-archambault-96283413/ Podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ecommerce-shipping-podcast/id1158064839 Podcast on Spreaker: https://ww...
Aug 28, 2017•5 min
Aug 07, 2017•4 min
In this episode we go over the new USPS Automated Package Verification System. Thanks for listening! Jason Archambault Jason@fastpack.net Http://www.fastpack.net
Aug 06, 2017•12 min
On this episode we discuss the new peak season surcharges from UPS. ups.com/rates Thanks for listening and reviewing this podcast. Sincerely, Jason Archambault www.fastpack.net
Jun 21, 2017•6 min
Welcome to the e-commerce shipping podcast with your host Jason Archambault President/CEO of Fastpack Packaging Inc. http://www.fastpack.net Today we talk about spoof emails, where they come from and how they can affect your business.
Jun 01, 2017•6 min
May 15, 2017•2 min
Sponsored by http://www.fastpack.net Shipping Supplies
Oct 19, 2016•6 min
10/7/16 Hurricane Matthew Shipping Delay Update FedEx: http://www.fedex.com/us/servicealerts/ UPS: https://www.ups.com/content/us/en/resources/service-updates.html https://about.usps.com/news/service-alerts/welcome.htm https://about.usps.com/news/service-alerts/resident-open.htm...
Oct 07, 2016•5 min
Hurricane Matthew Update - USPS UPS Closures Links: https://about.usps.com/news/service-alerts/welcome.htm https://about.usps.com/news/service-alerts/resident-open.htm http://www.fedex.com/us/servicealerts/ https://www.ups.com/content/us/en/resources/service-updates.html...
Oct 06, 2016•3 min
Expect possible shipping delays due to Hurricane Matthew
Oct 05, 2016•2 min
Remaining FedEx UPS and USPS Shipping Holidays for 2016 - October, November, December 2016 thru January 3, 2017 Today is October 5, 2016. Let's talk about the remaining Shipping Holidays for 2016. Shipping holidays are those days that the major shipping companies take a break from picking up and delivering packages. As a small business owner or employee these are important dates to know. These dates tell you when you will be able to ship a customers order, when they should receive it, and if you...
Oct 05, 2016•9 min
Hello and welcome back to, The Ecommerce Shipping Podcast. I'm your host, Jason Archambault , owner of Fastpack Packaging. In Ecommerce, shipping is the name of the game. We are here to share with you the latest changes in the Shipping Industry, so that you can stay ahead of the changes, and make the appropriate adjustments , so that these changes do not negatively impact your business! The USPS® has just released a new line of Flat Rate Boxes, Called Their "Precious Cargo Box". It is being offe...
Sep 30, 2016•6 min
Sorry for the background noise, and huffing. I recorded this as I walk to my truck headed to a meeting. I did not want to delay this episode until I could return to the office. Please bear with me as I learn the best practices of Podcasting.
Sep 28, 2016•2 min
Hello and welcome back to, The Ecommerce Shipping Podcast. I'm Jason Archambault , owner of Fastpack Packaging. In Ecommerce, shipping is the name of the game. We are here to share with you the latest changes in the Shipping Industry, so that you can stay ahead of the changes, make adjustments , so that these changes do not negatively impact your business! Today we will be covering the FedEx Rate Changes for 2017. These changes will take effect on January 2, 2017. There are many changes, so chec...
Sep 27, 2016•7 min
