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How to Calculate Ecommerce Shipping Costs

Ship Monk

Today we’re going to explore all the factors that go into shipping costs, how to compare them, and why a partnership with a high-volume 3PL will end your struggles once and for all. Zones How many shipping zones will the package cross to get from its origination point (your fulfillment center) to its destination (your customer’s address)?

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International trade course launched by Globalia

Logistics Business Magazine

Globalia Logistics Network has inaugurated its online academy with the International Transportation and Trade Course and it has been an outstanding success. We really hope that we will keep this high level in future courses.”. The SOC Container Masterclass is provided as a complement to the other two courses.

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9 Tip for Minimizing the Risk of Lost Packages

Ship Monk

but no dice; the package you’ve been expecting does not arrive at your door. Your package is lost. Lost packages are a worst-case scenario for all ecommerce business owners, but that doesn’t mean they’re completely unavoidable. What Causes Lost Packages? Of course (see what we did there?)

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Conqueror partners with CIFFA to offer freight forwarding courses

Logistics Business Magazine

Conqueror Freight Network , the largest exclusive network worldwide, in a bid to offer members the most necessary and innovative benefits, has opened an Online Academy to provide freight forwarding courses. The inaugural course is on International Transportation and Trade which started last Friday.

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How to Deal with Damaged Freight: Freight Damage Types

GoShip Blog

While many business owners are aware of the negative effects of damaged goods and packages, many still struggle to understand what freight damage is, how it occurs, and how to mitigate risks. Imagine the long journey your package has gone to reach your doorstep. What are the types of damaged freight?

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How to Calculate Dimensional Weight (DIM Weight) for eCommerce Fulfillment

Ship Monk

There are ways to reduce dimensional weight and, as a result, reduce shipping costs, but first you have to understand how shipping costs are calculated. Read on to learn how to calculate DIM weight and minimize its effect on shipping costs. There is a weight limit of 150 pounds or 70 kgs per package. Dimensional weight, a.k.a.

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Eco-Friendly Packaging + Shipping Materials for Ecommerce Orders

Ship Monk

If that’s you and you’re an ecommerce business owner, keep reading for eco-friendly packaging options your company could invest in this year to save money and help preserve the planet. What is Eco-Friendly Packaging? Why Does Eco-friendly Packaging and Eco-friendly Shipping Matter?