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In earlier days shipping required you to travel all the way to the post office to drop off the parcel, checking to use the correct postage. But with technological advancement, now you can ship your packages from the comfort of your home and with much less hassle. Let's take a look at how the shipping process has become easier. The sole purpose of shipping is that the desired parcel should reach its destination safely without costing a fortune. This transition of parcel often occurs between different carriers. With the growing trend of online shopping, many e-commerce businesses have come up that requires to ship more than 100 parcels regularly. Hence to improve business efficiency, they look for options that can save on shipping costs, improve on-time delivery, and fewer lost or damaged packages.



This will give you a brief idea about the efficient shipping process which can save you time and money



Ship To address This is an obvious must-have. Moreover, this has to be as accurate as possible. Any little mistakes in suite no. or unit no or road name can cost you delays or additional charges. Ensure that address is complete with all details unit no., street name, area name, and postal code. It's worth taking a few extra seconds to check those things prior to sending your package.



If you are sending parcels to PO Box, ensure to ship it through only the local post offices such as Canada Post in Canada or USPS in the USA.



Another prime detail required is the recipient's name and phone number. This will be used by carriers to contact them if required.



Note that any incomplete or inaccurate data can cost additional fees from the carrier and can also result in returning the package to the shipper. Hence, check all the details before sending the parcels out from your hand. This will save your cost and also improve the efficiency of your business.



Selecting right packaging Many carriers use standard rates for boxes up to particular heights and weights. Shipping carriers charge their fees based on the dimension and weight of the parcel. It is suggested to use a sufficient gap (2-3 inches) between your content and sides of the box.



It is also important to protect the content of the box from any damage so that it will reach the recipient in good condition. Based on the fragility, value, and shape of the content, and many other factors, choose your box and packaging material wisely. You may also be required to keep extra space if you are using cushioning material for your content.



Once you securely pack the content inside the box, seal the box with all sides properly. Take proper measurements of the box with a measuring tape and weigh your shipment.



Package Dimension and Weight The measurements are crucial for the shipping costs and audited strictly by the carriers. Any little difference in L X W X H can cost you additional charges later by the carrier. To avoid this loss, follow the guidelines Measure the longest side of the package, rounding to the nearest inch or cm. This is your length. Apply the same method for width and height. Carriers such as UPS calculate volumetric weight based on the following formula <a href="https://www.ups.com/us/en/help-center/packaging-and-supplies/weight-size.page?">Volumetric Weight = Length + 2x Width + 2x Height</a>



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Choosing shipping Carrier



Insurance



Customs document




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