International shipping is always complex. But during the time of COVID, students who are very far from home have extra challenges when they need to ship packages to family members back home. "I have some health concerns that make it very unwise for me to go out any more than is absolutely necessary," Aditi said. The BU student is from Bengaluru, and wanted to get a package to her mother in time … [Read more...]
How to Ship a Computer
What type of computer do you need to ship? This article contains useful tips if you need to ship a desktop computer, a laptop computer, or a tablet or other mobile device. These tips are from a top Boston packing and shipping company that works with local college students as well as many business owners. Choose The Best Cardboard Shipping Boxes for Shipping a Computer Whether you're shipping … [Read more...]
Things Never to Pack in a Moving Box: Boston Movers Spill The Beans
There's no doubt that moving is a stressful, overwhelming endeavor. When it comes time to change addresses, it's tempting just to throw everything in a moving box and take your chances that it will survive the journey to your new abode intact. But you may want to move a little more carefully. We asked the best Boston moving company about common mistakes they see movers make. Here's what they have … [Read more...]
With Classes Poised to Resume It’s Time to Talk About Student Shipping Services
With winter break coming to an end, it's time for college students to get back to class. COVID restrictions have led to an increase in the number of students who must transition from home to their student living setting without the use of their parents. Here's where student shipping services have a vital role to play. What Do Student Shipping Services Do? Student shipping is a one of many … [Read more...]
Tips for Shipping Very Important Gifts
"My Mother had this carousel, and she passed it along to me," Lynn said, referring to a fragile fine china merry go round with beautifully rendered horses in circus trappings. "Now my son has gotten married, and I want to pass it along to my new daughter-in-law. It's a way of continuing the family tradition." Lynn has concerns about shipping this very important gift to her daughter-in-law, who … [Read more...]
Want to save money? Your guide to choosing the right Boston moving company.
"People underestimate how stressful moving is," Zane said. The thirty-year old mother of two is trying to coordinate moving her family from their Boston apartment to a home in the Somerville area, while working a more-than-full-time job with a startup and what she terms "life in the COVID craziness." "What I'd really like to be able to do is find a moving company that can do everything for me … [Read more...]
What’s the Best Way to Ship A Computer?
If you've ever watched a delivery driver casually toss a box onto a porch from a distance, you may cringe at the idea of shipping a computer. We all love our tech, but there's no doubt that laptops, tablets, gaming consoles, and other electronics are both fragile and expensive. This makes shipping them a challenge. Luckily, we have the insiders at Boston's best shipping store available to give … [Read more...]
Thinking about shipping musical instruments? Here’s what you need to know.
"I don't like letting my guitar out of my sight," Andrew said. "But sometimes you have to do what you need to do, and what I need to do is ship a guitar - as well as several other instruments from our collection - to my oldest son, who lives on the other side of the country. What shipping tips do you have for me?" Well, the number one tip we have for people who need to ship valuable or … [Read more...]
Does Your Business Need to Be Leaner & Meaner in 2021? It’s Time to Think About Outsourcing Your Shipping Department
"2020 has definitely given us some challenges to deal with," Bryan said. The owner of a small Boston manufacturing company, he's trying to figure out the best route forward in 2021. "I am confident that when we get a vaccine and the situation improves, our market will also recover, but until then, I have to be extremely smart about how we're spending our money. It's time to be lean and … [Read more...]
Shipping Pressure Rises As Holidays Approach: What’s Concerning Boston’s Small Business Owners?
For nearly eight months now, many Americans have been doing much of their shopping online. This makes sense, as it's a sensible way to get the things you want and need without having to expose yourself to the risk of COVID. However, with the holidays drawing nearer every day, many Boston small business owners are worried about shipping services being overwhelmed with holiday packages. As a … [Read more...]
