Carrier Insurance vs. Third-Party Insurance
July 18, 2024
Shipping insurance is important for any ecommerce business. It protects your shipments...
Read moreWhy Shipping Insurance is Crucial for Ecommerce Sellers
July 10, 2024
Shipping is a key part of any ecommerce business. As a seller, you want your customers...
Read moreKeeping Wine and Alcohol Safe with Shipping Insurance
May 29, 2024
The wine and alcohol industry faces a unique set of challenges when it comes to shipping...
Read moreNavigating Post-Holiday Returns and Retail Challenges
December 26, 2023
As the holiday season winds down, a new challenge swiftly takes its place...
Read moreRevolutionizing 3PL With U-PIC Shipping Insurance
November 10, 2023
In the fast-paced world of third-party logistics (3PL), staying ahead of the curve is...
Read moreEnsuring Safe Skies for Drone Deliveries
October 27, 2023
Now that drone delivery has been approved by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)...
Read moreUnderstanding Declared Value Units (DVUs)
September 13, 2023
One method that simplifies the process of calculating insurance rates is the concept of Declared Value Units (DVUs)...
Read moreShipping Insurance For Mom-and-Pop Stores
July 5, 2023
Small businesses, commonly known as mom-and-pop stores, face various challenges when it comes to shipping their products...
Read moreReasons to Consider Shipping Insurance
June 28, 2023
When it comes to shipping valuable goods, whether it's for personal or business purposes, there's always a risk of something going wrong.
Read moreThe Future of Parcel Shipping
June 1, 2023
When discussing the future of parcel shipping, here are some key developments to keep an eye on...
Read moreCommon Parcel Shipping Damage Types
May 9, 2023
One of the most common concerns for anyone who ships or receives packages is the potential for damage...
Read moreMastering Shipping Methods: Understanding LTL, LCL, and FCL
September 15, 2022
Understanding the right shipping methods can be the linchpin for successful deliveries....
Read moreExploring Cargo Carriers: Types and Roles in Logistics
May 1, 2022
Carriers are pivotal in the realm of logistics and transportation, ensuring efficient movement of goods between locations.
Read moreMastering Inbound and Outbound Logistics
April 14, 2022
Efficient logistics management is the backbone of any successful business.
Read moreUnderstanding Automatic Coverage and Deductibles
Feb 5, 2022
When shipping goods, carriers often provide automatic coverage, typically up to the first $100 of the shipment value...
Read moreFlawless Fulfillment Workflows Need Insurance
January 21, 2022
Customers have come to expect speedy and reliable order fulfillment - regardless of what you are selling.
Read moreCOVID-19 May Have a Lasting Effect on Parcel Shipping
July 26, 2021
The world has changed and carriers and businesses are still playing catch-up.
Read moreWhat Our Claims Team Thinks You Should Know
September 23, 2019
Our goal is to pay your claims out. That’s why you insure your packages, right?
Read moreShipping Insurance and Your Label Software
August 26, 2019
Do you currently use a specific shipping software? Integrate with us today!
Read moreWhy You NEED USPS Informed Delivery - Part 2
June 5, 2019
Back in July 2018, we released an article about why you need USPS Informed Delivery.
Read moreHow Shipping Insurance Works
March 27, 2019
When you realize that it always works in your favor, you’ll never send an uninsured shipment again.
Read moreAs eCommerce Grows Carriers Feel the Pain
March 21, 2019
As eCommerce continues to disrupt in-store shopping, the stress and strain on shipping carriers also grows.
Read moreIs It Actually Shipping Insurance
March 5, 2019
You’ll often find that shipping insurance offered through shipping carriers isn’t actually insurance at all.
Read more2019 Shipping Insurance Rates
February 27, 2019
The challenge that many eCommerce businesses face, is that shipping insurance rates have increased in cost.
Read moreIs Shipping Insurance Worth It
January 24, 2019
Shipments are sometimes lost, damaged, or shorted while in transit – and as the retailer, you’re the one who gets the complaint.
Read moreMarketing for Beginners: Content Marketing
October 5, 2018
The term content has become prominent in the internet marketing space.
Read moreBuyers Blame Sellers for Shipping Incidents
September 20, 2018
“I didn’t want to call the company back to let them know that I’d found the box, it was their fault anyway…”
Read moreMarketing for Beginners: Social Media
September 7, 2018
Social media has changed the way humans interact. Then marketers got a hold of it, and ruined everything.
Read moreInsurance for Low Volume Shippers
August 27, 2018
Adding shipping insurance to the packages that you send out is never a bad idea, no matter the volume.
Read moreMarketing for Beginners: Your Personal brand
August 20, 2018
Branding has many definitions depending on who you ask.
Read moreWhen in Doubt, Insure
August 20, 2018
There are billions of packages that get sent out every day and sometimes, Ship Happens™.
Read moreI Only Need to Insure One Package
August 9, 2018
U-PIC offers a solution for our low volume customers who only need to insure packages every so often.
Read moreShould I Insure My Packages
August 9, 2018
The question whether to ‘self-insure’ or enroll in a 3rd party shipping insurance plan is one that receives a great deal of scrutiny.
Read morePackaging Tips for Shippers
August 6, 2018
There are some best practices which if followed, may lead to less shortage or loss during the delivery process.
Read moreHow to Avoid Claim Denials
August 3, 2018
Have a smooth and easy claims process with U-PIC Shipping Insurance.
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