ecommerce
USPS Rate Increases: What Ecommerce Merchants Need to Know
If USPS is part of your shipping mix, the rate you paid a year ago probably isn't the rate you're paying now.
Posts by Caleb Bruski
ecommerce
UPS General Rate Increase: History, Surcharges, and Ecommerce Strategy
In the fast-paced world of ecommerce, shipping strategies have to evolve constantly. And just like clockwork, so do carrier rates.
Checkout Experience
Delivery Transparency: 4 Ways to Show Delivery Dates Customers Trust
Did you know that 82% of customers prefer to shop from a retailer that shows delivery date and time information at checkout?
Guides
How Does Free Shipping Work: 6 Clever Ways to Offer it
More and more, online buyers have come to expect perks like free shipping. And many will shop around if your store doesn’t offer it.
Guides
Free Shipping Strategy for Ecommerce: How to Offer It Profitably
Free shipping is no longer just a nice-to-have. It is one of the biggest levers in ecommerce conversion.
Ecommerce News
FedEx GRI 2025: 5.9% Rate Increase, Key Surcharges, and 2026 Updates
Each year, major US carriers like FedEx announce their General Rate Increase (GRI), and this year was no exception. For eCommerce retailers, ...
Guides
UPS Ground Saver®: What It Is, How It Works & What Changed
UPS Ground Saver®: What It Is, How It Works, and What Changed from SurePost® Carrier changes are annoying, but they’re a lot easier to manage when ...
International Shipping
How to Clear Customs and Avoid a Cross-Border Delivery Disaster
One misstep with customs could lead to a disaster. What can you do to avoid this? One wrong HTS code, missing invoice, or unpaid duty can leave ...
International Shipping
DAP vs DDP Shipping: Which is Best Strategy for Your Ecommerce Store
You've set up international shipping, picked a carrier, and started getting orders from overseas. Then a customer emails you.
International Shipping
De Minimis Is Ending in the EU: What Ecommerce Brands Need to Know
The EU is closing one of ecommerce's biggest low-value shipping loopholes.
International Shipping
Ecommerce Tariffs in 2026: Current Rules & Upcoming Updates
If you’ve tried to keep up with US tariff policy this year, you’re in good company.