The United States Postal Service delivers approximately 143 billion letters, packages, and parcels every year. This is an impressive figure, but with such a high volume, some mail will inevitably... Read More
Sending important letters or packages in the mail comes with some amount of risk. You can never be entirely sure that it reached the intended recipient unless you opt for... Read More
Getting items where they need to go when they need to be there is more important than ever. With the increase in online shopping, more packages are moving around than... Read More
Having the ability to ship packages overnight can make a world of difference. As an individual or business owner, there may be a time when you need a recipient to... Read More
The United States Postal Service offers several options for mailing items, and one of the most popular options is Priority Mail. What is Priority Mail? This shipping method allows senders... Read More
Industry-leading parcel and shipping carrier, FirstMile, is purchased by founding CEO, Devin Johnson
LAS VEGAS, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Devin Johnson, a leader in the eCommerce parcel and shipping industry, today announced the purchase of... Read More
FirstMile Claims Policy and FAQs
Types of Claims
• Replacement Claim (Package Never Delivered)
• Damaged Package Claim (Package Was Damaged In Transit)
• Newgistic Return Claim (Package Being Returned By Consignee)
Submitting a Claim... Read More
Why is it that every year we ask ourselves these same questions:
How much time do I have until it’s too late?
Can I wait one more day? I bet this item... Read More
We can help.
Firstmile has the versatility to handle both your domestic and international shipments. Our unique technology provides one simple interface, one simple invoice, and one consolidated pick up by... Read More
Our Solution : Firstmile’s Xparcel
What if you had a company that could shop each of your packages across all carriers along with their various service levels and then provide... Read More
The Holy Grail of E-Commerce Shipping: 2-3 Day Ground, at affordable rates.
Why?
Ecommerce shoppers have become accustomed to free 2-Day shipping via our favorite gorilla, Amazon.
That has forced many online retailers,... Read More
How does the saying go…. “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure?” When dealing with expenses in the e-commerce world the last thing that we want to... Read More
Whether you own an online business or purchase from online businesses, eCommerce statistics are always interesting and informative to know where this social practice is headed. Not long ago 99... Read More
The world of shipping has changed dramatically in the last 5 years. The explosion of successful online stores has forced the national carriers to get more creative and cost effective.... Read More
No one needs to be told this time of the year is going to be busy but once the hustle and bustle is over after the holidays have you asked... Read More
Lets begin with an article written on Parcel Industries website on Validation and Verification: Making the Most of Your Parcel Audit. The difference you may ask?
Validation in the parcel industry... Read More
Recently while reading an article titled “Shipping: The Only Constant is Change,” could make for a confusing statement unless you understand shipping appropriately. eCommerce business shipping is constantly changing and... Read More
If you have not heard about Rakuten now is the time to increase your knowledge on leading ecommerce business’ around the world. For those familiar with Amazon only, Rakuten is... Read More
March 26, 2019
Dear FirstMile Customers,
First, on behalf of our company, employees and myself, I would like to thank you for the trust you place in us each day. We recognize... Read More
by Brian Gibbs
For small businesses, learning how to save on shipping costs may seem like a challenge, but the reality is there are more ways than ever before to be... Read More
Online shipping return options are a must for major online retailers. The one thing they have not made clear is how many returns are too many. Recently on 10 Ecommerce... Read More
If you make and online purchase even just once a week try not to tell me that you haven’t thought to yourself that getting that purchase the same day would... Read More
Have you started selling through Amazon? Perhaps you are seeking out a new fulfilment option for your ecommerce store? Fulfilment by Amazon (or FBA) is a fantastic possibility and one... Read More
In the past, eBay has toyed with various ways to introduce official eBay order fulfillment services for their clients and sellers. For instance, eBay enterprise, branched off from the business... Read More
When Shopify launched its fulfillment options for vendors, it was something of a godsend. Sellers wanted to sell their goods over the internet, but they didn’t want to have to... Read More
Etsy is an online marketplace for vendors who want to sell handmade items to a big audience via the internet. The company, famous for its supportive platform, is supposed to... Read More
Want to increase customer base and grow sales revenues quickly by 10%? Think about offering your products to people in countries outside the US. Did you know there are 330... Read More
In our last blog post series from PrefixBox eBook on The Big Guide of Easy Ecommerce Search Optimization Tips we went over optimizing your website search filters and product filters.... Read More
In our previous blog series #3 we went over mobile site optimization from Prefix Box “The Big Guide of Easy Ecommerce Search Optimization Tips.” This week we will be reviewing... Read More
Compare Shipping Rates For The Cheapest Shipping Option
You might be asking yourself the question ‘what is the cheapest way to ship a package?’ If you are, then you have come... Read More
If you were to look back, even only a decade or so ago, you might have been inclined to ask a business if they were going to offer free, or... Read More
How to Choose the Best eCommerce Shipping Provider
Are you looking for an eCommerce shipping provider for your business? Read this guide to learn how to choose the best one.
You’ve found... Read More
The last two weeks we have covered How to Optimize your Search Box and Enhancing your Search Engine Results Page from Prefix Box “The Big Guide of Easy Ecommerce Search... Read More
Last week on our first blog series we briefly recapped Prefix Box outline on ‘How to Optimize your Search Box’, leading us to this weeks blog post on ‘Enhancing Your... Read More
Recently stated in an article on Cludo.com it said, “We live in the age of search engines and modern browsers that implement built-in search bars. Search engines, like Google or... Read More
While the quality of your products is no doubt important to good business, you can’t deny the influence of good packaging. Investing in custom packing for a small business is... Read More
Subscription boxes are a lucrative new trend that has amazing potential. These boxes include regular shipments of niche items to interested customers. They’ve gained a lot of traction as fun... Read More
If you are currently a business owner you are most likely creating your brand every day right? It’s the face of who your company is but when it comes to... Read More
If you were to hop online and search subscription boxes, there are thousands of options such as fashion, food, lifestyle and even subscription boxes for your dogs. In this post... Read More
Gone are the days when a business degree determined whether you thrived in the competitive business world. Today, entrepreneurs are born the moment they accrue 500 followers on Instagram or... Read More
Managing an effective supply chain is key to e-commerce success. When retailers compete directly with big players like Amazon or Wal-Mart, the only choice is to optimize logistics to match... Read More
The world of e-commerce is vast, complicated, confusing, and filled with shipping solutions that don’t, on the surface, appear to be all that different. Managing your distribution channels requires enormous... Read More
Save Money On Shipping With United States Postal Service Flat Rate Boxes
USPS Flat Rate boxes are arguably the cheapest way to ship a package for anyone who ships a substantial... Read More
E-commerce is growing rapidly as a choice for vendors worldwide. Digital retail allows a business to reach a much larger market for a much lower cost. At the same time,... Read More
I’m a Small Business, What Can I Do?
Shipping is the lifeline of e-commerce, but prices keep going up year after year. Managing cost is critical for small businesses to survive,... Read More
Take Advantage Of Shipping Demands With Free Flat Rate Boxes From USPS
For anyone who does an extensive amount of shipping, purchasing boxes and other shipping necessities can make a dent... Read More
Who Has the Best Shipping Rates? – FedEx vs. UPS vs. USPS
Digital commerce wouldn’t be possible without reliable delivery carriers. Each of the big three carriers – UPS, USPS, and... Read More
Have you heard about the GDPR law and do you know what it stands for? GDPR stands for General Data Protection Regulation. “The GDPR, agreed upon by the European Parliament... Read More
Price Increases in 2018 for USPS Mailing & Shipping
For small businesses nationwide, shipping represents a large portion of operating costs. “In this new world of commerce,” says Pitney Bowes Vice... Read More
Have you ever thought about the domino effect customer satisfaction has on your company? In an article written by Nykki Yeager titled Customer Loyalty she says, “On average, a happy... Read More
Around the world in…
You know the movie ‘Around the world in 80 days’? Well, could you only imagine if it took 80 days to receive a simple package now... Read More
We are super excited to announce that Devin Johnson (Founder and CEO of FirstMile) is a Finalist for EY’s 2018 Entrepreneur Of The Year in the Utah Region. Thanks to... Read More
Storage, speed and efficiency is the name of the game in the pick and pack fulfillment world. In order to maximize profits, the layout and organization of your warehouse is... Read More
Before long, the holidays will be in full swing. During this time, e-commerce businesses switches into high gear and they need e-commerce shipping solutions that provide international fulfillment to customers... Read More
Christmas is only a few days away, are you ready? Your orders have been packed and sent on their way. At this point in the holiday season frenzy, the delivery... Read More
Plan for delays as christmas is only 10 days away. The countdown begins as packages are in transit and under the christmas tree it’s starting to look empty. If you... Read More
Technology has exponentially advanced in the last few years and it will only continue, causing a further increase in e-commerce. It will have a big impact on the orders and... Read More
The Black Friday Rush is slowing down and the aftermath is starting to settle. Being an e-commerce business you might be experiencing an increase in volume and demand. It can... Read More
E-commerce has helped level the playing field for small businesses, and the ability to ship globally grants yet another advantage. Business to consumer e-commerce sales exploded to over 1.2 trillion... Read More
Cyber Monday has become the new Black Friday. You can do all your shopping for the holidays just by a click. No need to stand in long holiday lines for... Read More
IFS360, leader of simplified and affordable fulfillment has partnered with ShipStation Fulfillment Program. The two companies will work together to bring their customers the best fulfillment options available.
IFS360’s recent... Read More
A new eCommerce delivery trend could provide the answer to goods that are hijacked by porch pirates. With e-commerce continuing to grow year to year, shippers face a growing demand... Read More
Who needs check out lines when you have a check out button right in front of you? With the holiday season right around the corner be prepared for the hustle and... Read More
FirstMile has been named the 8th fastest growing company in Utah in 2017 by Mountainwest Capital Network. This network rewards and engages with Utah’s top business executives. FirstMile was founded... Read More
As your e-commerce fulfillment provider, FirstMile offers extremely easy return management services on parcels by leveraging the vast USPS Work Share Network. The simple returns management solution allows customers to... Read More
To budget-conscious consumers, the “Free Shipping” promise is as good as gold. The shipping price on an online order can be the deciding factor that determines whether or not the... Read More
An e-commerce business has many jobs within fulfillment and shipping. Many issues and expenses can arise while trying to figure out the right logistics for your e-commerce business. Logistics is... Read More
It is the age of the digital consumer, and ecommerce sites are on top. To stay on top, however, online business owners must keep tight bottom lines and superb relationships... Read More
FedEx will be increasing their rates by almost 5%. The different services provided by FedEx will be changing their average rates by January of 2018. The FedEx freight, express and ground... Read More
Deciding what type of barcode scanner to use can be stressful or easy. You can decide whether or not you will be pulling your hair out or getting your customers... Read More
Before long, the holidays will be in full swing. During this time, e-commerce businesses switches into high gear and they need e-commerce shipping solutions that provide international fulfillment to customers... Read More
Entrepreneurs face a continual struggle to cut costs when it comes to shipping. As online shopping becomes increasingly prevalent, retailers seek e-commerce shipping company solutions
that allow them to stay competitive.
Businesses... Read More
Think of a barcode as an identification for every single product that you see and own. Picture this, a carton of eggs could really be classified as the barcode on... Read More
Barcoding is the first of five easy steps to organizing your small business. We know what you are thinking: another exciting article about the world of barcoding systems for small... Read More
As an Ecommerce business owner do you ever say to yourself, “I bet the process I am using right now could be sped up a little?” Well it actually can.... Read More
Have you heard the new term PSS buzzing around the ecommerce industry? Well it is UPS’s new announcement of their Peak Season Surcharge for 2017. What does this mean for... Read More
One of the very first questions a company like FirstMile will ask is what label printing software are you are currently using? With FirstMile you are always in luck because... Read More
Why I Use Two Different Names When I Started my business
By: Devin Johnson
Article originally published on SmartHustle.comI was both Clyde and Devin in the early days—Clyde by day, and Devin... Read More
Did you know that free shipping is the incentive online shoppers want most (88%)? According to a Forbes article. “Though free shipping is what customers want most, according to Walker... Read More
Shipping and logistics is always changing and as you probably already know, new services are being offered regularly. Carriers are either changing the names of each product, or there is... Read More
Do you own an online business and need e-commerce shipping tips? On average how often have you used the internet to educate yourself on shipping? As you know, it is... Read More
If you have a growing business in the e-commerce space and your customers are demanding low cost or no cost expedited shipping solutions you are not alone.
We have mentioned before... Read More
You have a growing e-commerce business selling on Amazon, E-Bay, Etsy and more. You are spending a fortune in shipping with UPS, FedEx or the US Post Office, now what?
We... Read More
https://firstmile.com/
If you are already in the E-Commerce business I bet you are mind blown already because you just read the words ‘E-Commerce Shipping Made Easy’. You may be thinking there... Read More
Amazon has set the bar fairly high for new entrepreneurs to launch online stores. They have also set the standard for shipping and customer service. We all love Amazon and... Read More
