"We have three kids, a dog, five bikes and a summer home in Vermont," Madalyn said. "Our mini-van is large enough to carry what we need most of the time, but when it comes to getting away for a week or two at a time? There's no way to fit everything in there comfortably." After a few years of trying to cram every available inch of space with bedding, pillows, cookware and more, Madalyn got sick of … [Read more...]
Shipping Packages to Remote Locations
"My daughter is a field researcher for the United Nations. She works on water safety and supply," David said. "Her work takes her all over the world. This can make it tricky when it's time to send her birthday presents or care packages. She's so far off the beaten track that they don't even have tracks!" Shipping packages internationally can be challenging. The situation becomes even more … [Read more...]
An Insider’s Guide to Outsourcing Your Shipping Department
So here's the thing: you've got a small business. Things are okay, but money is tight. You're looking for every possible opportunity to cut costs. One potential savings opportunity lives in your shipping department. Is preparing your packages for shipment in house really the most cost effective option? Would you save money by having your South Shore shipping store handle the job? To answer that … [Read more...]
An Insider’s Guide to Successfully Shipping Fragile Items
Okay, folks. You're here because you've got something fragile to ship. We're talking extremely breakable here - things like Great-Grandma's Antique Crystal Vase or the iPad your kid forgot to bring to college with her. You want to send these things, through the none-too-tender auspices of today's shipping system, and have them arrive at their destination in one piece, without spending a ton of … [Read more...]
Two Shipping Resolutions Every South Shore Small Business Owner Needs To Make
There are a lot of small businesses in the South Shore. We're blessed with an excess of entrepreneurial spirit in these parts. Small businesses run the gamut from part-time single person operations to intensely focused professionals who are competing on a global level. South Shore businesses cover every industry, from fine arts and crafts through biotechnology and more. Many of these businesses do … [Read more...]
South Shore Shipping Holiday Packages
With less than a week remaining until Christmas, is it too late to ship holiday gifts? Not necessarily, say the major delivery companies. You still have time, although it's important to understand that the longer you wait to ship your holiday gifts from the South Shore, the more money you're going to pay. Additionally, as we all know, the weather is unpredictable. While all the delivery … [Read more...]
Shipping Antique Furniture: Your South Shore Solution
"Duncan Phyfe is one of my personal heroes," Ginny said. "He may not be as popular as he once was, but there's no denying the impact he had on American design and early furniture. That's why when I see a Duncan Phyfe piece, if I can afford it, I buy it." "You'd be surprised how flexible the definition of what my wife considers 'affordable' is," Alec laughed. "One way I try to keep the budget … [Read more...]
Take the Guesswork Out of Shipping: Boston Pack and Ship
"How much does this box weigh?" Sue asked Mark. "I don't know." He picked the cardboard shipping carton up and shook it gently. "Maybe 15, 20 pounds." "How much is that going to cost to ship it?" Mark shrugged. "Beats me!" "Well, how long will it take to get there?" "I don't know that either!" Take the Guesswork Out of Shipping with Boston Pack and Ship As the holidays are … [Read more...]
Happy Halloween from Boston Pack and Ship
Happy Halloween from Boston Pack and Ship! We hope that your day is full of 'frightening' fun - ghosts, ghouls, and goblins are lurking around every corner, after all, on this, the spookiest day of the year. But there should be nothing frightening about shipping packages and parcels. Here at Boston Pack and Ship, we're your South Shore shipping specialist. Our expert team can help you pack … [Read more...]
South Shore: What’s The Best Way to Ship High-Value Items?
"Great things come in small packages - and believe me, thieves know that!" Randall designs and sells custom jewelry pieces from his South Shore home. "I start worrying the minute I send a package to my customer and I can't relax until I know they have it in their hands." Boston Pack and Ship: Take the Stress out of Shipping When you're shipping high-value items, security is always a top … [Read more...]