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Maria Fagerland
Maria is a multifaceted writer and editor who is passionate about creating content that helps businesses succeed. When she's not writing, Maria can often be found in her garden tending to her plants.
2025 USPS Rate Changes and Service Updates
The United States Postal Service (USPS®) updates its rates at least once a year, and sometimes more frequently. At ShipStation, we’re committed to keeping you informed and providing support every…
Our New Partnership with Temu
Connect with millions of global customers through direct marketplace selling. We’re excited to announce our new integration with Temu, one of the fastest-growing global online marketplaces. This partnership opens up…
The Next Era of Ecommerce: Key Trends and Strategies for 2025
In developed regions such as North America and Europe, the ecommerce market has moved past its rapid growth phase, but it continues to evolve. The online retail industry has become…
Keep Your Business Growing With ShipStation
Every business starts with a vision—an idea nurtured in a garage, a spare room, or a modest studio. With hard work and determination, that vision grows, and the challenge becomes…
How Carriers Like FedEx, UPS, & USPS Are Turning to Dynamic Pricing
In today’s fast-paced world, adaptability is essential for success, especially in the shipping industry. As consumer expectations rise and market conditions shift, carriers are changing how they set prices and…
How to Prepare Your Ecommerce Business for Black Friday in Canada
Bio: Purolator Inc. is a leading integrated freight, package, and logistics solutions provider. With over 60 years of delivering its customers’ promises, Purolator continues to expand its reach and renowned…
How Carriers Like FedEx, UPS, and USPS Are Turning to Dynamic Pricing
In today’s fast-paced world, adaptability is essential for success, especially in the shipping industry. As consumer expectations rise and market conditions shift, carriers are changing how they set prices. fixed-rate…
2024 International Shipping Deadlines
The international holiday shipping deadlines for all carriers have been announced, and it’s time to mark your calendar. International shipping comes with added turnaround time and the need for customs…
2024 USPS Rate Increases and Service Changes
Shipping costs can fluctuate, and staying informed about changes is crucial for keeping your business competitive. Here at ShipEngine, we’re committed to transparency and providing you with the latest updates…
What Are Demand Surcharges and How Do They Affect Your Shipping Costs?
Have you ever wondered why your shipping costs seem to fluctuate, even for the same package to the same destination? One factor that can significantly impact your shipping expenses is…
UPS® Ground Saver Now Available on ShipStation: The New Way to Reduce Shipping Costs
Have you ever experienced shipping costs that exceed the value of what is being shipped? For small business owners, this makes very little sense. Saving merchants money on shipping is…
ShipEngine vs. EasyPost: A Comprehensive Comparison of Leading Shipping Solutions
In recent years, the world of logistics has undergone a dramatic transformation. As ecommerce continues its relentless growth, businesses are striving to optimize their shipping processes to gain a competitive…
Pros and Cons of Dropshipping
Dropshipping is a business strategy that allows you to sell goods created and shipped by a third-party—learn more about its benefits and pitfalls.
Selecting the Best Shipping Options for Your Customers
You spend an enormous amount of time ensuring you provide a great customer experience. The decision of how to ship products to your buyers is equally as important and is…
How Regional Parcel Carriers Can Benefit Ecommerce Brands
Ecommerce has become the fastest-growing area of retail within the past few years and shows no signs of slowing. At present, nearly 22% of all retail sales are made digitally,…
Ship & Sip Holiday Hustle & Bustle Roundtable Recap
Have you ever wanted to get insights on how entrepreneurs took an idea and turned it into a successful business while utilizing ShipStation? Twice a quarter event series, Ship and…
Retailers: Here’s how to navigate rising ecommerce costs and tougher times
Depending on where you look, we’re either on our way to a recession, or it’s already started. Regardless, as a small business owner or someone who works in a nimble…
Top 5 Places to Sell Online
Selling online opens a whole world of opportunities for business owners and entrepreneurs. Unlike selling in a brick-and-mortar store, ecommerce allows you to sell to people across the globe, and…
5 Ways to Personalise Your Ecommerce Website
You’ve set up your website, and jam-packed it with your products, but what’s next? How do you get customers to visit, and more importantly, how do you get them to…