The air cargo market ended 2020 on a high note, picking up steam again in December and setting the stage for a potential full recovery to pre-pandemic levels in the first quarter of 2021 with little sign there will be a normal seasonal falloff, according to the latest industry data. Global airfreight volumes rose 2.5%...

The US Postal Service’s annual price adjustment on competitive and market-dominant products takes effect on January 24, 2021. For users of USPS international products, this means changes to country groups, which could mean higher or lower prices depending on destination and product. For the January price changes and new country group listings, see the Postal...

Brexit will be complete January 1, 2021. After years of negotiations, planning, and a lengthy transition period, the U.K. is finally leaving the EU Customs Union and VAT regime. What does this mean for U.S. merchants selling into the U.K.? The impact of Brexit will be felt primarily by businesses based in the EU and...

Ecommerce is booming, there’s no denying it. Year after year we see statistics on the rise, and more physical stores moving their business online in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. As cities continue to require businesses to operate with limited capacity, ecommerce is becoming an unexpected necessity for many looking to find innovative new ways...

Black Friday is a big deal for all e-commerce companies since it’s one of the most profitable sales days of the year. In 2020, with customers relying more and more on online shopping , there’s no question this year will see record high sales! Known for its massive discounts, it has become part of the...

In a push to make the most out of this festive season, it’s common to make a few mistakes along the way. We’re listing 5 common ways in which businesses drop the ball, in order to help optimize your holiday season sales and decrease stress! #1 Forgetting to Plan Ahead At some point or another,...

Everyone at Access Worldwide hopes that you and your loved ones are healthy and safe.With the holidays fast approaching, we wanted to update you on our strategy for handling our peak season during this unprecedented time. Shipping volumes are predicted to be at their highest level due to shoppers primarily relying on eCommerce throughout the...

How do you turn a one-time customer into a lifetime customer? The simple answer: Create a relationship with them. Once you score that sale from a new customer, your goal should be to turn them into a lifetime customer for your business. Make an effort to create a relationship with all customers, but particularly those...

Sending parcels cross-border can be a great advantage for your eCommerce business. However, it can also be costly if you aren’t doing it the right way. Here are 4 mistakes you might be making: Incorrect customs forms and requirements. Every country is different and not having the correct forms could send your packages right back...

2020 has been quite a strange year for retailers. Many who have resisted making the full transition to e-commerce are finding themselves forced to rely on it. Curbside pickup is a new norm. Shipping is now something retailers cannot live without. Along with e-commerce comes the need to use email marketing to increase sales and...