What Is DDP Shipping?
January 27, 2021It’s important for international sellers to understand what DDP shipping is, how it impacts their customers, and the effect it may have on their bottom line.... View Article
Articles about Supply Chain & Logistics Management
The supply chain is the lifeblood of a business – without it, there are no products, and no customers. Polus, logistics is always evolving and adapting, and staying ahead means staying on top of trends. In this section of our blog, you’ll find news updates about changes in shipping rates, new supply chain technology, and industry statistics. We also cover tips for making logistical processes more cost- and time-efficient, like How to Keep Dimensional Weight Costs Down and Improving your Reverse Logistics.
How To Calculate Optimal Reorder Quantity
January 6, 2021The reorder quantity formula helps you find the optimal order quantity, reducing the risk of issues like overstocking. Learn how to calculate it here.... View Article
Performing Warehouse Audits: Why You Should Do Them and A Handy Checklist To Get Yours Started
November 25, 2020Performing warehouse audits is important to ensure you are maximizing your warehouses’ efficiency. Here’s how to conduct one. ... View Article
Cross-Docking Vs. Warehousing: What’s The Difference?
October 28, 2020We’ll explain the difference between cross-docking and warehousing to help show which offers more benefits for your business.... View Article
4 Tips to Handle Shipping Issues and Increased Surcharges During The 2020 Holiday Season
October 19, 2020Here are helpful tips you can follow to help you with shipping issues and higher surcharges during the 2020 holiday season. ... View Article
How to Calculate DIM Weight – Definition and Effects on Pricing
October 14, 2020For packages larger than 3 cubic feet, carriers will calculate the dimensional weight to determine shipping rates. Here is how to calculate DIM weight.... View Article
How Could the USPS Shutdown Affect Shipping?
September 23, 2020Recently the USPS has experienced severe financial difficulties. We’ll explain how the USPS shutdown could affect shipping in the United States of America.... View Article
HOW DO SHIPPING ZONES AFFECT SHIPPING COSTS?
August 26, 2020In this blog post, we will explain what shipping zones are and how they can affect your shipping costs & delivery times. ... View Article
Where Do Returned Items Go?
July 29, 2020Only a half of returns make it back to shelves, so where do all these returned items go? We’ll explain.... View Article
Have You Outgrown Your 3PL?
June 17, 20203PLs sometimes reach a point where they can’t meet all of their client’s needs. Here are the top, tell-tale signs that you’ve outgrown your 3PL.... View Article