Did you know that one out of teen Commerce packages gets damaged during shipping? Think about that for a second. That's a 10% probability that your package won't get to your customer in the condition you sent it in.
That number gets even higher with
oversized packages. A jaw-dropping 21% of oversized packages are damaged in transit. That brings the odds to 1-in-5.
This can be disastrous for digital
businesses, which have no other avenues for interacting or making an impression
on your customers.
To help you avoid the hazards of the
post, we've put together some tips for fragile shipping!
1.
Choose the Correct Carrier for Fragile Shipping
Not all shipping methods are created
equal. That's not to say that choosing one shipment provider over another will
make shipping fragile items impervious to harm. Some shipment
methods are more reliable than others, though.
It's a good idea to do some due
diligence when undertaking fragile shipping. Read some recent reviews for the
shipping providers in your area. Check to see if UPS, FedEx, or the USPS have a
tendency towards positive or negative reviews.
Use these trends as informal
shipping advice.
2.
Choose the Right Box
Even though it seems simple, choosing
the right packaging is so important for making sure your package gets
where it's going in the shape it's intended. Choosing a box that's too big
leaves too much room for the item to move around and get damaged. Choose a box
that's too small and it'll be damaged just getting it in.
With that being said, it's nearly
impossible to find a box that's the exact right size. With
this in mind, it's a good idea to pick a box that's slightly too big and then
use plenty of packing paper.
Notice we mention packing paper not packing
peanuts. Packing paper is far more ecologically friendly than Styrofoam
peanuts. You can discover more on packing paper here.
3.
Consolidate Shipments
Our final piece of shipping advice
is to keep shipments to a minimum. Every package in the post increases the odds
of something happening while in transit.
If it's at all possible, try to put
all of the items into one parcel. This also helps decrease the odds of
something getting lost in transit at the same time.
If you are combining
shipping, make sure to use plenty of packing inside the parcel. Taking these
steps will help ensure that your items get to your customers in pristine
condition, guaranteeing their satisfaction and earning you a repeat
customer!
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