Category: Shipping Intelligence

According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), the total amount of retail returns in 2024 was $890 billion. Although in-store retailers can simply take a returned product and reshelve it, the process is far more complex for eCommerce businesses. While...

Relying on a single shipping carrier is riskier than ever. With postal strikes around the world, rising United States Postal Service (USPS) shipping rates, and changing routes due to political instability, businesses that fail to diversify their shipping services could...

In global trade, a single policy shift can mean the difference between smooth shipping and unexpected delays. For eCommerce businesses shipping internationally, these shifts bring both opportunities and obstacles. Changing international relationships, trade agreements, tariffs, and import/export regulations can directly...

If you’re selling goods to customers in the European Union (EU), understanding value-added tax (VAT) is essential. VAT is a consumption tax applied to the sales of goods and services within EU member states, and failing to comply with VAT...

Amid the myriad trade laws and customs regulations that shape cross-border eCommerce, one factor is often overlooked: the de minimis exemption. A tariff classification threshold that determines whether imported goods are subject to duties and taxes,  this exemption plays a...

Australia, a land of vast opportunities and a thriving economy, stands tall as a large and growing economy. In 2024, they boasted a nominal gross domestic product of 1.74 trillion USD. Considering this, it makes sense that you might be...

The European eCommerce market is growing, and the opportunities for businesses looking to expand into this lucrative market are bigger than ever. According to the 2024 European eCommerce Report, online sales in Europe are reaching new heights, with cross-border trade...

While many businesses focus on the cheapest shipping options and the fastest delivery times, many people overlook compliance when it comes to shipping services.  For international shipments, especially, shippers must ensure their products and processes meet regulatory requirements to avoid...

The 2024 European eCommerce report has been released, and among the top trending categories of importance for eCommerce businesses is returns. In the EU, where consumer protection laws are among the strictest in the world, the importance of returns handling...

In the early 2000s, Pepsi made an infamous marketing misstep that’s still referenced as a cautionary tale. In an effort to localize its branding, the company translated its iconic slogan “Pepsi Brings You Back to Life” into Mandarin. Unfortunately, the...