From the days when mail was packed in canisters and shot between post offices through pneumatic tubes to today’s ultra-fast, efficient door delivery system, mail shipping has come a long way. USPS mail totes replaced rudimentary mail canisters and burlap bags with sturdy, waterproof containers that could withstand the elements and protect customers’ mail. Read […]
Did you know that the first postal service in the United States was established in 1775 by Benjamin Franklin, who was appointed the first Postmaster General? At that time, mail was transported by horse and carriage and was often lost or stolen along the way. Fast-forward to modern times, and mail-tote solutions have revolutionized how mail […]
For many organizations, a cluttered mail room is par for the course. No wonder you hear people complaining about mis-routed mail. With plastic mail totes, sorting, storing, and transporting mail has never been easier. These plastic totes will not only keep your mailroom organized but also cut the costs of shipping and managing your mailroom. […]
Plus 5 More Ways to Improve Efficiency and Streamline Services Your business’ mailroom is a communications hub where letters, memos, circulars, notices, bills, packages, memoranda, and important parcels are received, sorted, and forwarded to the correct recipients. However, if the room is always cluttered, lacks automated systems, and doesn’t have clear operational policies, chances are […]
While we all would like to complain (including the folks at Postal Totes) about rising shipping costs, the 2023 increase in the US Postal Service (USPS) rates is actually a three-cent decrease from its 1885 rate when adjusted for inflation. A first-class letter cost $0.02 in 1885, which is the equivalent of $0.63 in today’s […]
What comes to mind when you read the words dancing in the mailroom? If you’re a Will Ferrell fan and love Christmas movies, think of the 2003 film Elf. When Buddy (played by Ferrell) learns he isn’t really an elf, he heads to New York to find his father. While visiting a department store, he’s […]
Just as we escape the looming fear of toilet paper shortages (thanks, COVID!) and mail totes full of delayed packages, we are seeing yet another ripple effect from the pandemic. Major shipping companies are taking a big hit as fuel prices rise and the cost of goods inflates. As FedEx passes the rising costs along […]
Every dollar counts for any small business seeking expansion and growth in the current highly competitive marketplace. Efficient inventory management helps businesses organize themselves better so they can offer a seamless experience and reduce costs for their customers. Implementing cost-saving techniques that reduce fixed and variable costs related to inventory management will go a long […]
Supply chain trays and totes are some of the most widely used containers to ship goods of all shapes and sizes across various locations. However, conventional trays may not meet your needs, especially when you want to maximize space and save costs when transporting uniquely shaped or oversized goods. This is where the shipping flat […]
Chip Scarcity Yields Manufacturing Delivery Delays The past couple of years have seen an unprecedented demand for automotive parts and products, setting a positive growth trend for the technology that has been rapidly evolving since its inception in the 1990s. One of the forces behind the soaring demand for automotive products and inventory is the […]