Shipping News
With so much going on in the world, it can be hard to keep track of the events that impact your business. And since shipping updates aren’t usually front-page news, you may not find out information until it’s too late. Whenever something newsworthy happens in the world of shipping, you can find out about it here.
We have resources to help you stay on top of everything going on in the world of shipping. There are so many international shipping restrictions, supply chain disruptions, and exciting news that helps you stay on top of your orders, it can be hard to keep track of. That’s why ShipStation is here. When we find events that can impact your business or delays that delay your customers’ parcels, we’ve got you covered.

April Ship & Sip Recap: An Ecommerce Makeover for Bulk Candy Store
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 Sip allows you to do just that. Hi! My name is Erin and in addition to being the Manager of the ShipStation Community, I also […]
by Erin Ernser
Goodbye Abandoned Baskets, Hello Higher Checkout Conversion with Optimisation
Did you know that nearly 69% of baskets are abandoned? As an ecommerce retailer, it’s essential to improve this in order to improve customer experience, turning those abandoned baskets into sales. The ecommerce experts at ShipStation provide a comprehensive list of how you can optimise your checkout experience to ensure you’re turning those visitors into […]
by Maria Fagerland
Covid-19 : moteur des nouvelles tendances e-commerce?
La pandémie de Covid-19 a drastiquement changé nos habitudes de consommation. De nombreux secteurs sont affectés. C’est notamment le cas du e-commerce, qui a connu un essor fulgurant. Une tendance qui n’est pas près de s’essouffler : même après la pandémie, les consommateurs se tournent de plus en plus vers les achats en ligne. Pour mieux […]
by Maria Fagerland
Shopify: How ShipStation Can Help Simplify and Automate Your Fulfilment
One of the easiest ways to launch your online ecommerce business, Shopify offers a wide range of features and a toolbox full of features to help you become a success. Fully customisable with endless apps and plugins, Shopify is the perfect platform to grow and scale your ecommerce business. Choosing a fulfilment solution like ShipStation […]
by Maria Fagerland
Transparency: Giving Customers What They Need
Ecommerce continues to grow and evolve at a rapid pace. As more options become available to online shoppers, the urgency to build brand loyalty and keep customers happy increases. One of the easiest ways to keep your customers happy and returning time and again is to be fully transparent. Whether it’s providing clear product availability […]
by Maria Fagerland
Stratégie Ecommerce: Les étiquettes de retour
Acheter en ligne expose les consommateurs au risque d’être déçus. Pour les mettre en confiance, les e-commerces ont besoin de politiques de retour simples, claires et efficaces. La possibilité de retourner un article pèse lourd dans la décision d’achat de vos clients et clientes. En parallèle, vous devrez prendre en compte ces retours dans la […]
by Guest Poster
Suez Canal Blocked: One Year Later
With so many links in a supply chain, all the pieces have to fit together to keep global commerce running smoothly. If there are disruptions, products may not reach your customers. A delay or bottleneck at one place can cause massive disruptions everywhere else. For a while, merchants were able to buy new inventory or […]
by James Messer
Ship & Sip: February Recap
Have you ever wanted to get insights on how entrepreneurs took an idea and turned it into a successful business while utilizing ShipStation? 2x-a-quarter event series, Ship and Sip allows you to do just that. Hi! My name is Erin and in addition to being the Manager of the ShipStation Community, I also have the […]
by Erin ErnserExceptional Customer Experience: Omni-channel Customer Support
Providing your customers with an exceptional customer experience across all your selling and marketing channels is essential to building an efficient and profitable business. The ecommerce and shipping experts at ShipStation explain why omni-channel customer support should be a focus for your business in 2022 and beyond. What is omni-channel customer support? Over the last […]
by Maria Fagerland
Livraison Rakuten : Les optimiser avec ShipStation
Rakuten, première place de marché omnicanale de France La technologie porte en elle des réponses à de nombreux défis contemporains. On l’observe sur des problématiques aussi variées que l’engorgement des villes, la réduction de la pénibilité au travail, la gestion de nos consommations énergétiques… Et sur le secteur du commerce. Il y a des technologies […]
by Maria Fagerland
Comment créer une boutique en ligne en 5 étapes
Magasin physique vers e-commerce : comment créer une boutique en ligne ? Vous avez un magasin physique et souhaitez savoir comment créer une boutique en ligne ? On fait le point sur ce qu’il faut prendre en compte pour réussir votre transfert entre les deux shops. L’e-commerce est devenu incontournable. Mais cet essor ne signifie pas pour autant […]
by Maria Fagerland
AI & Analytics: Building Brand Loyalty
Embracing technology can help ecommerce brands deliver more personalised omnichannel experiences, promoting brand loyalty with new and returning customers. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the way consumers shop. Since it began, retailers have been forced to adapt to new ‘normal’ ways of operating in an ever-changing landscape. Shopping both in-store and […]
by Maria Fagerland
Cheapest Way to Ship a Package in 2022
Shipping can be expensive. In this guide, we offer tips & solutions that show you how to save money on shipping, order fulfillment, & packaging.
by James Messer
USPS Cancels Priority Mail International Service to China
Starting January 28th, 2022, the USPS will suspend Priority Mail International shipments with a destination address within China. This will impact all non-military or diplomatic USPS Priority Mail International mailpieces destined for China. For Priority Mail items that entered the mailstream prior to 1/28/22, the Postal Service will transport them to their destination. However, delays […]
by James Messer
Avoid Shipping Delays This Holiday Season With Multi-Carrier Options
This holiday season is going to put considerable demands on already strained delivery services. In August 2021 alone, carriers experienced parcel volumes in excess of Christmas 2020. And, with shoppers expected to spend big online this holiday season, these volumes are only set to rise. Many carriers are currently overwhelmed and have already issued warnings […]
by Guest Poster
Enhance the Customer Experience This Peak Season With Branded Tracking and Customised Notifications
ShipStation’s entire mission is to simplify shipping. As a result, we have a few features that can help make your holiday rush less stressful and more affordable. According to our Last Touch, Lasting Impact research report, 87% of consumers say the shipping and delivery experience directly impacts their decision to shop with the merchant again. […]
by Guest Poster
Offer Hassle-Free Returns This Holiday Season With ShipStation’s Returns Portal
Returns are an unfortunate part of any ecommerce business. No one wants to do returns. Customers have an item that doesn’t fit their needs. They hurt a business’s bottom line. However, having a seamless strategy for printing return labels is a great way to cut down on processing time and find the most cost-effective ways […]
by Guest Poster
USPS Shipping Delays Explained
Beginning October 1, 2021, many senders and recipients of USPS first-class shipments began to face delays and extended delivery times. This is no accident—these mail delays are strategic and self-imposed as part of a plan set forth by Postmaster General Louis DeJoy. Originally proposed in March of 2021, DeJoy implemented the new system as USPS […]
by Maria Fagerland
Key Ways to Communicate Black Friday Cyber Monday Sales
This content was contributed by Bold Commerce Black Friday Cyber Monday(BFCM) has easily been the busiest shopping weekend on the calendar for years — and as more brands have developed an online presence, the image of busy mall shoppers has transitioned to eager sale-lovers in front of their computers at home. Just like the signage, […]
by Guest Poster
Livraison pour Noël, délais 2021 des transporteurs
En cette période de fin d’année, bien préparer son processus d’expédition est un des éléments fondamental pour assurer l’acheminement des commandes en temps et en heure. Honorer les commandes et faire face aux demandes d’acheteurs de dernière minute requiert de bien connaître les délais de livraison des services des transporteurs et de bien les communiquer […]
by Maria Fagerland
What Slower USPS First Class Mail Transit Time Means for You
Consumers and merchants alike have likely experienced delayed shipments since the onset of COVID. The USPS, FedEx, and UPS have each felt the stresses of increased demand on their operations. USPS has been hit especially hard by the stress ecommerce has placed on carriers. Delivering to every address every day is demanding. Even down to […]
by James Messer
2021 Holiday Shipping Deadlines for Canada
Use our holiday shipping deadlines for all the major carriers in Canada to make sure you deliver packages on time for the Christmas season.
by James Messer
FedEx, UPS, and USPS Holiday Shipping Deadlines For 2021
The 2021 Holiday Shipping Deadlines for USPS, and UPS are now here. Be prepared for the holiday season now by clicking here.
by James Messer
USPS 2021 Holiday Peak Shipping Surcharge
The USPS has announced a peak shipping period surcharge for the 2021 holiday shipping season. The charges will apply to commercial and retail domestic competitive parcels in the following classes – Priority Mail Express (PME), Priority Mail (PM), First-Class Package Service (FCPS), Parcel Select, USPS Retail Ground, and Parcel Return Service. When will the Surcharge […]
by James Messer