5 Tips for Shipping Success this Holiday Season
Whether we want to believe it or not, Q4 begins in a few short weeks. Which means if you haven’t been thinking about your shipping strategy for the holiday season, it’s probably a good time to start. With federal holiday closings, a looming winter season, and an unpredictable market, it may seem overwhelming to say […]
Posted in: Blog, Business, Logistics, Shipping | Tags: Ecommerce, holiday shopping, Shipping, Shipping Charges, Shipping CostsSurviving the Summer Slump: Four Ideas to Keep Your Business Moving Forward
Summer in the United States is historically slow for most industries. With kids out of school and families taking extended time off to get out of town, most online behavior begins to dwindle – especially online sales. So how can you make the most of the “slower season” between Memorial Day (end of May) and […]
Posted in: Blog, Business, ecommerce | Tags: Distribution, Distribution Costs, Ecommerce, Marketing, Shipping, Shipping ChargesPlanning for the Unexpected: Three Parts of Your Delivery Process You Can Control
As negotiations loom closer to their July 31 deadline, Teamsters and UPS are struggling to come to an agreement for some 340,000 Union workers. Not to mention, FedEx will also experience delays as they try to handle the massive volume of both carriers on their own. Although a strike hasn’t happened since 1997, it’s still […]
Posted in: Distribution, ecommerce, Shipping | Tags: Distribution, Distribution Costs, Ecommerce, Marketing, Shipping, Shipping ChargesTips for Choosing the Perfect Product Packaging for Your Ecommerce
As an ecommerce business, you know that getting your product to your clients efficiently and safely is key. However, receiving a package in the mail (even if it’s expected) has become an experience for many customers. This has created the opportunity for some businesses to further connect with their clients and develop a long-lasting relationship […]
Posted in: Blog, ecommerce, Shipping | Tags: Ecommerce, Online Store, Packaging, Shipping5 Tax Savings Tips for Those Selling Online
*Disclaimer: This blog applies to U.S. taxes and should be used for informational purposes only. Although selling online can be more cost-effective than needing to pay overhead for a brick and mortar store, it doesn’t come without its tax requirements. Especially when you begin selling products across multiple states in the U.S., it’s important to […]
Posted in: Blog, ecommerce, Taxes, US commerce | Tags: Distribution, Distribution Costs, Ecommerce, Shipping, Shipping Charges, Shipping Costs, TaxesPreparing to Enter the U.S. Market? Follow our Checklist to Get Started
If you are hoping to bring your product to the U.S., you may feel as though it’s an overwhelming task. You know there are buyers here, but how do you effectively reach them while still making a profit? The good news is also the bad news: there are a ton of options when it comes […]
Posted in: ecommerce, Logistics, Packaging, Shipping, US commerce | Tags: Ecommerce, Logistics, Logistics Shipping, Packaging, Shipping, US CommerceTips for Cutting Costs in Your Supply Chain
Let’s face it: getting your product from point A to point B can come with a lot of fees (both obvious and hidden). We’re breaking down the four key areas of your supply chain where we recommend reviewing your costs: Operations & Shipping OK, this one is a no-brainer. Shipping product is not free. Our […]
Posted in: Blog, Business, Cost Savings, Shipping | Tags: Packaging, Packaging Costs, Shipping Charges, Shipping Costs, Vendor Costs, VendorsBuilding an Ecommerce Business Success System from Previous Year Data
How was 2022 for your business? Did you struggle with shipping charges? Were you spending unnecessary money for your packaging? You’re not alone. It was a busy year for a lot of us, with many retailers ramping up their logistics efforts. With an ever-increasing demand for superior service, it’s imperative every business takes the time […]
Posted in: Blog, Business |2023 Holiday Schedule
Please take note of the Holiday closures for Sweetwater Logistics in 2023: Monday, January 1 New Years Eve
Posted in: Blog |2022 HOLIDAY SHIPPING DEADLINES
<<UPDATED>> The following are the 2022 date and time shipping deadlines to observe to get your orders where they need to go prior to Christmas by carrier and service: NOTE – THESE ARE PRELIMNARY, ONCE CARRIERS CONFIRM (USUALLY MID-OCTOBER) THIS WILL BE UPDATED. SERVICES IN BOLD HAVE BEEN CONFIRMED 12/7, 3pm – last order in […]
Posted in: Blog, Shipping |You Need Barcodes, But Maybe Not UPC Codes
Every large retailer uses, “Do you have barcodes?” as a question to weed out vendors. If you don’t have them, they won’t put you into their system. But barcodes are not UPC codes. And UPC codes are something you might not even need. A barcode is a machine-readable number. These include UPC and ISBN codes, […]
Posted in: Blog, Shipping |What is Dim Weight – and Why Do I Care?
Dim weight is the amount of space a package occupies in relation to its actual weight. For each shipment, you are charged based on the dimensional weight or actual weight of the package—whichever is greater. This ensures that a truckload of feathers provides the carrier with an equivalent revenue as a truckload of lead ingots. […]
Posted in: Blog, Shipping |FedEx to Launch Picture Proof of Delivery in Time for Busy Holiday Shipping Season
FedEx will soon be offering Picture Proof of Delivery for express and ground residential deliveries in the U.S. and Canada that are released without a signature. Customers will receive a photo showing the exact location of their package once it’s delivered to their doorstep, by simply tracking their package. FedEx Express and FedEx Ground are the first nationwide carriers […]
Posted in: Blog, Shipping |2022 Holiday Schedule
Please take note of the Holiday closures for Sweetwater Logistics in 2022 MONDAY January 17 – Martin Luther King Jr. birthday MONDAY February 21 – Presidents’ Day MONDAY May 30 – Memorial Day MONDAY July 4 – Independence Day MONDAY September 5 – Labor Day MONDAY October 10 – Columbus Day FRIDAY November 11 – Veterans Day THURSDAY November 24 – Thanksgiving Day […]
Posted in: Shipping |2021 Holiday Shipping Deadlines
The following are the 2021 date and time shipping deadlines to observe to get your orders where they need to go prior to Christmas by carrier and service: 12/8, 3pm – last order in by for USPS APO/FPO/DPO 12/8, 3pm – last order in by for UPS SurePost / Fedex Smart Post 12/14, 3pm – […]
Posted in: Shipping |2021 Holiday Schedule
Please take note of the Holiday closures for Sweetwater Logistics in 2021 Friday, January 1 New Year’s Day Monday, January 18 Martin Luther King Jr. birthday Monday, February 15 Washington’s Birthday (observed) Monday, May 31 Memorial Day Monday, July 5 Independence Day Monday, September 6 Labor Day Monday, October 11 Columbus Day Thursday, November 11 […]
Posted in: Blog |2020 Holiday Shipping Deadlines
The following are the 2020 date and time shipping deadlines to observe to get your orders where they need to go prior to Christmas by carrier and service: 12/8, 3pm – last order in by for USPS APO/FPO/DPO 12/8, 3pm – last order in by for UPS SurePost / Fedex Smart Post 12/14, 3pm – […]
Posted in: Blog, Shipping |What International Companies Need to Know about Choosing a US Fulfillment Company
Looking for a way to sell products to customers in the United States, but don’t have a US-based company? The answer is to work with a US fulfillment company – one that can get your products to your customers in good time. However, there are quite a few things that you’ll need to know here. […]
Posted in: Blog, Business |COVID-19 Update April 7
Good Afternoon, We hope you and your families are doing well. We know these are challenging times and we want to assure you that Sweetwater Logistics is doing everything we can to support you. As always, our highest priority is to help ensure the health and safety of our employees, customers, and suppliers while maintaining […]
Posted in: Blog |COVID April 1st Update
We hope this email finds you well. We want to take a moment to thank you, our clients, for your patience and understanding at this unprecedented time. Sweetwater Logistics is still open and operational, though we are still working with a reduced staff due to childcare and school closures. Our order volumes have caught up […]
Posted in: Blog |COVID Update March 25
Good morning from Sweetwater Logistics. First and foremost, we hope everyone is staying healthy out there. We are still open and operational, albeit with a reduced staff. Our neighboring county has mandated a “Shelter in Place” ordinance and we assume that Union County (where SWL is located) will follow suit in the coming days. Per […]
Posted in: Blog |COVID March 23rd Update
Friends, At Sweetwater Logistics, we’re closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation and continue working to serve the needs of our clients and your customers. We understand that everyone is adapting to new ways of life as we all pull together to curtail this outbreak. We ensure you that Sweetwater Logistics is open and intends to stay […]
Posted in: Blog |COVID March 16th Update
With our continued efforts to keep Sweetwater Logistics running as usual during this turbulent time; we have implemented a flexible work schedule for our employees. This will allow our employees to better balance the home and family needs with their spouse/family members while schools, daycares and senior care facilities are closed due to COVID-19. We […]
Posted in: Blog |COVID March 16th
As we navigate the rapidly evolving Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation together, Sweetwater Logistics is taking extra precautions to keep everyone safe. At this time the following measures have been put into place to ensure such: All workstations are being sanitized multiple times per day (morning, after each break and at the end of the day). Any […]
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