Daily domestic-package volume will hit a major milestone 4 years earlier than originally forecast by FedEx, the shipping carrier announced this week. Prior to the pandemic, FedEx projected that the US domestic package market would hit 100 million packages per Read more
Shipping and delivery issues were top of mind for eBay sellers in the runup to Christmas, but many of their concerns are not likely to evaporate on December 26th – nor are sellers on eBay unique in their concerns over Read more
Some people do everything on their mobile device, including selling online. Mercari informed its sellers they could now purchase shipping on its site without having to print a label, thanks to QR codes. “There’s no need for a printer. Just Read more
As expected, postal rates are increasing in August. The Postal Regulatory Commission approved the changes today (July 19). The proposed price changes would raise overall Market Dominant product and service prices by an average of approximately 6.9 percent. “Competitive” rates Read more
Online sellers, don’t panic. The Postal Service will continue regular operations June 18-19, despite Saturday being a brand new federal holiday. President Joe Biden signed legislation on June 17 that makes June 19 “Juneteenth National Independence Day,” a federal holiday Read more
Is your mailbox big enough to handle your mail and online orders? The USPS showed genuine concern this week as it celebrated Mailbox Improvement Week, and it offered advice to online shoppers on finding bigger mailboxes. “Replacing rusted hinges or Read more
Sendle says small businesses can ship packages for $1 this week as part of a special promotion. Obviously there are restrictions with which sellers should familiarize themselves. Sendle is an Australian shipping service that has expanded to the US. It Read more
In every issue, readers soundoff about issues important to them. From shipping issues to payment processing, from fees to online marketplace policies, EcommerceBytes Soundoff gives you a chance to air your views. Dear Ina,I had a customer that bought some Read more
The USPS proposed restrictions on e-cigarettes and vaping products, and the public has a chance to comment on the proposed rule by March 22, 2021. The US Postal Service published the following post this week with more information and an Read more
ShipStation has integrated with Buy on Google, allowing its sellers to print shipping labels for Google orders along with orders from other channels. Buy on Google is a checkout experience that allows shoppers to easily purchase products directly from retailers Read more
