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 […]
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 […]
You don’t need to be a Trekkie to know the iconic phrase, “Beam me up, Scotty.” Whether it was a peaceful return from an unexplored planet or removal from a hostile environment, the Enterprise crew knew they’d be aboard their ship in seconds. Unfortunately, there’s no burr-accented Scotsman waiting to push a few buttons and […]
As society hopes to move past the pandemic, supply chain forecasting and logistics will continue to present many unique challenges and opportunities in 2022. Although many businesses in the supply chain industry hope to overcome these challenges by the end of the year, product delays and managing tight deadlines are still very present issues. Fortunately, […]