Business News
USPS Is Cracking Down on Mail Theft — And Offering Up To $250,000 For Help
Monetary rewards range from $100,000 to $250,000 for information that leads to an arrest and conviction.
USPS
Business News
Twitter Labels Trump’s Mail Drop Boxes Tweet for Violating Election Integrity Rules
The unsubstantiated tweet comes with a warning notice, but remains on the service "given its relevance to ongoing public conversation."
Tech
Build a Customer Communication Channel That’s Sure and Steady
The internet's speed is great for business -- until Google or another platform changes its rules on a dime, freezing you out of the marketplace.
By Shaun Buck
Building a Business
5 Ways to Refresh Your Ecommerce Business
It's not too late to start the new year off right, reviewing where your business is, renewing customer touch-points, and recalibrating your goals.
Building a Business
USPS May Start Emailing You Images of What’s in Your Mailbox
The U.S. Postal Service's Informed Delivery will send you up to 10 images a day.
By Billy Steele
Building a Business
What Do USPS’s Canadian Pricing Changes Mean for U.S. Small Business? (Infographic)
If you're shipping to our northern neighbor, get ready for changes starting May 31.
Building a Business
The Postal Service Emerges as Shipping Powerhouse for Small Businesses
An old competitor to UPS and FedEx has stepped up to deliver America's packages, leveraging technology and adjusting pricing.
Business Operations & Logistics
United States Postal Service Reports Possible Breach
The hack may have compromised more than 800,000 employees' personal data, including Social Security numbers.
By Laura Entis
Business News
USPS to Deliver 7 Days a Week During Holiday Season in Fight With FedEx, UPS
The U.S. Postal Service will offer seven-day delivery this holiday season as it seeks to capitalize on e-commerce's growth and compete against UPS and FedEx.
By Phil Wahba
Marketing
Find Your Brand’s Proof Points
Identify the very unique attributes of a product or service that make it special. Then solidify the positioning.
By Jim Joseph
Building a Business
Why UPS Should Be Very Afraid of Amazon’s Delivery Plans
Amazon has already changed the way we shop and consume media. Who's to say the ecommerce giant won't overhaul how you get your mail?
Business News
Amazon Teams Up With USPS to Offer Sunday Delivery
Amazon customers in some parts of the U.S. can now get packages every day of the week.
Building a Business
Will You Miss the Mailman on Saturdays? 3 Workarounds to Consider
When the U.S. Postal Service cancels Saturday first-class mail delivery in August, you can ensure your business workflow continues uninterrupted.
Building a Business
How to Beat the Shipping Price Hikes (Infographic)
The U.S. Postal Service, UPS and FedEx have all raised their shipping rates. This handy reference can help you find the best deal.
Business News
How Secure Package Delivery Can Raise Customer Satisfaction
Amazon's new locker shipping service joins others offering customers more options.
Marketing
What to Do When the Mailman Slows Your Business Down
Business owners may be wondering about their mailing options after the U.S. Postal Service announced it would shutter nearly half of its processing centers.
By Diana Ransom
Human Resources
Three Ways to Streamline Shipping for the Holiday Rush
Small-business owners share their time-saving strategies for the upcoming season.
By Lisa Girard
Marketing
Five Ways Small Businesses Can Beat Rising Mail Costs
With USPS nearing insolvency, prices may rise as service levels decline. Here are some suggestions for keeping mailing costs down.
By Carol Tice
Business News
Learn Your Unique Selling Proposition
Every business has something that makes it unique.