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How Streamlined Technology Is Reshaping Furniture Shipping
Shipping furniture isn't an easy task. Aside from the physical labor, a lot is going on behind the scenes that consumers never see. But if you're an industry player, you can't afford an "out of sight, out of mind" philosophy.
There are a few furniture shipping challenges you need to stay on top of no matter what. This blog discusses some of the major issues you'll need to overcome and why technology will play a transformative role in your improvement.
The Freight Club Advantage
Freight Intel was created by Freight Club to answer our customers’ need to access their shipping data and gain valuable insights to make informed decisions and implement cost-saving measures. In this article, we have outlined how Freight Intel works for our customers.
With years of experience and expertise in the freight industry, Freight Club understands that to remain competitive in today's marketplace, businesses must find ways to ship their products efficiently and affordably to customers. Whether you're a big or small business, multi-carrier shipping is crucial to building a robust shipping solution for your business. But what is multi-carrier shipping? How can Freight Club help?
If you find yourself thinking about how to reduce manual work and simplify your shipping issues, and you have the will and the financial means to upgrade your company’s infrastructure, then you are ready for an API Integration.
We've been in the freight business for years, and we've seen firsthand how shipping challenges can affect revenue. Despite recent economic hardships, Freight Club is committed to providing smart solutions that simplify shipping without breaking your budget.
Shipping Strategies
Shipping furniture isn't an easy task. Aside from the physical labor, a lot is going on behind the scenes that consumers never see. But if you're an industry player, you can't afford an "out of sight, out of mind" philosophy.
There are a few furniture shipping challenges you need to stay on top of no matter what. This blog discusses some of the major issues you'll need to overcome and why technology will play a transformative role in your improvement.
The furniture industry is undergoing a significant transformation, not only in terms of new styles, materials, and ergonomic technologies but particularly in response to shifting consumer preferences. With a growing number of shoppers choosing the internet for their home furnishing needs, convenience is paramount. To meet the demands of the 63 percent of consumers seeking reliable and efficient shipping, consider integrating with a trusted shipping platform for streamlined service.
Today’s retailers need to consistently meet the needs of their customers, and that often means faster delivery of items to their door. In a world where customers can purchase from thousands of companies to get the same product, retailers must offer robust, efficient, and reliable shipping to stand out from the competition. The quality of retail shipping solutions is a core component behind a customer’s decision to buy a product/service. While it may not be the only thing retailers must ensure (high-quality customer service and effective pricing strategies matter too), it should be high on their list of priorities.
Freight analytics is data about freight performance, offering insight into your supply chain and leading to more informed decisions for your business. It can be predictive, which makes it easier to forecast potential changes, improve operations, and strengthen your risk management strategy. They can also be descriptive, summarizing important data and generating reports that allow you to identify trends and spot patterns more easily.
Shipping plays a crucial role in online retailers' customer strategy, impacting satisfaction, retention, and profitability. Having multiple carriers is vital for retailers success, as it allows them to choose based on factors like cost, reliability, and delivery strategy. Onboarding multiple carriers can be time-consuming, but it ensures flexibility and customer satisfaction. Options are essential for retailers, enabling them to prioritize service level, delivery options, time, and cost.
Today’s hybrid furniture retailers need to develop an efficient, effective, and affordable solution for furniture shipping. Larger, heavier items tend to be some of the most difficult items to ship, but there are solutions currently empowering companies in the industry to meet customer demand and grow their operational support.
Inflation is wreaking havoc throughout countries all over the world. The price of everything seems to go up steadily these days, and fuel is no exception. As of March 2022, US retail prices had increased more than 60 percent in one year. The fuel price increase also drives various other increases as shipping goods becomes more expensive as a result.
The results are in, and we’re counting down the top eCommerce and shipping stats from polling our audience of eCommerce pros.
Here’s the results...
If you’re selling premium products that are unwieldy or difficult to install, giving your customers additional assistance ensures a positive end-consumer experience. As more businesses sell oversized products online, more companies turn to customizable shipping services such as threshold or white glove delivery to boost customer satisfaction.
For retailers experiencing incredible online growth potential, supply chain disruptions are the most significant barriers to reaching 2021 growth goals. Furthermore, overcapacity issues affect every shipper at some point during the year, whether the reason is holidays, gas shortages, natural disaster seasons – the list goes on.
In this article, we are going over the most common issues experienced during overcapacity and how your business can handle it with a bit of help from Freight Club.
White Glove delivery services include any range of additional delivery benefits for your customers, from packaging removal to item assembly to assist with carrying items into a building or home. By providing these amenities, you can access an entirely new customer base while differentiating your shipping business from competitors.
Here are some of the most compelling advantages of providing White Glove services.
Tips and Trends
In the dynamic landscape of eCommerce, the furniture industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, and with it comes a need for innovative freight shipping solutions. As we usher in 2024, let's explore the freight shipping trends that are set to shape the online furniture market in the United States, paving the way for efficient, customer-centric logistics.
We are now on the cusp of the holiday season, and among the myriad considerations for retailers, carrier capacity stands out. In logistics, carrier capacity denotes the volume of cargo a carrier can manage within a given timeframe. For furniture shippers, comprehending their carrier's capacity is crucial for ensuring the seamless operation of supply chains, punctual delivery of furniture to customers, and overall satisfaction of clientele.
The retail peak season offers unmatched opportunities, but for furniture retailers, it's crucial to prepare early and strategize. Shipping furniture during this time presents unique challenges due to limited space and minimal flexibility for errors.
How do you navigate these hurdles? Consider these essential strategies.
Shipping is one of the major building blocks of your eCommerce business and choosing the right platform can be challenging. Even among the top-notch shipping platforms, you must find one that’s the best fit for your business. Read more to find the top things to consider when choosing a shipping platform.
As a small business owner, you juggle multiple responsibilities. This guide on small business shipping tips will show business owners how to ship efficiently while saving money. These hassle-free small business shipping strategies will enhance your customer experience and boost your profit. Read more to learn!
The freight industry is ever evolving, and shipping is a critical element for some businesses. In 2022, shipping companies faced daunting challenges. With inflation and fuel prices on the rise and supply chain problems occurring around the globe, many businesses have struggled to meet their projections for the year. Retailers also witnessed the importance of inventory management and freight analytics to keep their supply chains running smoothly in the face of global challenges.
Did you know that in 2022, 87.2 million people shopped online during Black Friday?
Black Friday is a golden opportunity to increase sales on your website, but it can also be a huge challenge for you as an online retailer. If you’re not prepared, the holiday rush can easily overwhelm your business and ruin your chances of a successful season.
Here are five tips to help you get ahead of the competition and make the most of Black Friday shipping!
Proper packaging is essential to reducing the risk of damage to your products during transit. You can also provide a better customer experience and improved customer satisfaction by carefully and appropriately packaging your products to reach your customers in good condition.
Wondering about how to package your product? Read this article to learn about the five essential steps for good packaging.
Completing your shipping documents accurately ensures that your freight shipment arrives at the right place and time, with no unexpected delays or extra charges. This protects you from liability and losses, while also improving your customer service and the overall experience of the delivery.
But what are the most crucial documents you need for a smooth shipping experience? This blog covers all the essential shipping documents that are a must when shipping freight.
Multi-carrier shipping allows businesses to access multiple carriers and compare their rates, transit times, and routes to help them choose the option that perfectly suits their needs. This can be a great way to save money on shipping costs and find the most efficient shipping option for each shipment.
This article will discuss the top 5 benefits of using multi-carrier shipping to help you make the right decision.
When it comes to shipping smart, it's the little things that matter – from oversized package fees to choosing the wrong carrier, there's a lot of potential pitfalls when trying to get your product from point A to point B.
In this article, we will examine the top three areas of shipping loss – damages, claims, and additional fees – and how you can prevent losses in these areas.
Maybe you’re using less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping for the first time, or perhaps LTL is part of your weekly routine. In any case, it’s helpful to review the best practices for LTL freight shipping to ensure you’re getting the most cost-effective and efficient experience.
To that end, we’ve compiled a list of pointers below that can help guide your decision-making as you explore LTL services.
If you’re an online retailer looking to calculate a killer shipping strategy, you’ve probably come across the terms “LTL” (Less-than-truckload) and “parcel” shipping quite a bit. For those new to shipping parcel, its most likely that you’re most familiar with “parcel” shipping. But is it possible your business can benefit from both? If yes, what’s the difference?
The answer is yes! Depending on your shipping needs, your business can benefit from both LTL and parcel shipping. To understand the key differences between the two, lets first look at how LTL and parcel shipments are categorized.
If you’re shipping big and bulky items, you’ve probably heard the terms Less-than-Truckload (LTL) and Full-truckload (FTL). Both options are common methods of shipping large items of high volumes of product, but what’s the difference? To better understand which mode of shipping is more suited to your needs, we’re breaking down the main differences between FTL and LTL and what benefits you can expect from each.
Insuring your freight against theft and loss is essential to protect your assets. Purchasing insurance is a wise decision as it ensures that your operations run smoothly in the event of an unforeseen incident.
Keep reading to learn what freight insurance is, the types of shipping insurance available, its costs, and to answer the question, "is shipping insurance worth it?"
To help alleviate any confusion you may have about LTL freight shipping, we’ve put together a list of essential questions to ask before sending off your package. By working through these questions with each shipment, you can avoid common errors and extra fees to ensure that you’re getting the best shipping experience possible.
Sometimes, you have no choice but to ship an oversized item – be it a futon, a life-sized Chewbacca statue, or a Chewbacca-themed futon.
While these items may prove difficult to ship and thus demand higher fees than smaller postage, there are still ways to save. In this article, we'll discuss a few measures you can take when shipping large items to ensure that you're getting the most affordable solution.
When loading up your car for a long beach getaway, you probably don’t throw your luggage, towels, chairs, and other supplies into the trunk at random. Instead, you pack them closely together so that you can fit the most amount of equipment in the trunk as possible. Maybe you even tear a rotator cuff trying to get the umbrella in the perfect spot.
Sustainable Shipping
The growing awareness of environmental issues has prompted individuals and organizations to reevaluate their impact on the planet. One industry that has come under particular scrutiny is the freight industry, which is responsible for a significant portion of global carbon emissions. How can sustainable strategies help retailers?
Freight Club sat down, Rolling Stone-style, with the fantastic folks at One Tree Planted to get the details on all the incredible work they're doing across the globe and for our members.
In this last part of our eco-journey series, we speak in-depth on why planting trees is vital and the best solution for offsetting carbon.
Did you know: 83% of consumers surveyed agree that a brand's sustainability is important to them (IBM Survey, Oct 2020). Sustainability is a word that has been doing more than just trending – it's impacting the way we view brands and ourselves.
This article will look at what it means to be a "sustainable business" and why sustainable businesses enjoy many additional benefits.
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An Added Touch: The Benefits of White Glove Delivery
White Glove delivery services include any range of additional delivery benefits for your customers, from packaging removal to item assembly to assist with carrying items into a building or home. By providing these amenities, you can access an entirely new customer base while differentiating your shipping business from competitors.
Here are some of the most compelling advantages of providing White Glove services.
6 LTL Shipping Questions to Ask Before Shipping
To help alleviate any confusion you may have about LTL freight shipping, we’ve put together a list of essential questions to ask before sending off your package. By working through these questions with each shipment, you can avoid common errors and extra fees to ensure that you’re getting the best shipping experience possible.
The cheapest way to ship large items
Sometimes, you have no choice but to ship an oversized item – be it a futon, a life-sized Chewbacca statue, or a Chewbacca-themed futon.
While these items may prove difficult to ship and thus demand higher fees than smaller postage, there are still ways to save. In this article, we'll discuss a few measures you can take when shipping large items to ensure that you're getting the most affordable solution.
Packing It In: Why Freight Density Matters in LTL Shipping
When loading up your car for a long beach getaway, you probably don’t throw your luggage, towels, chairs, and other supplies into the trunk at random. Instead, you pack them closely together so that you can fit the most amount of equipment in the trunk as possible. Maybe you even tear a rotator cuff trying to get the umbrella in the perfect spot.
With close to a decade of experience in the industry, we know shipping is an incredibly important element of a business and can often be very complex. At Freight Club, we help you simplify your shipping process by effortlessly managing everything from quoting, booking, and tracking to complete claims management and secondary insurance protection – all on one platform with zero subscription fees. Read to know more.