The “I want what I want and I want it now” attitude rings especially true for millennials’ shopping habits, according to an article by Multichannel Merchant, supported by individual survey data from Deloitte, Dropoff, and Moosejaw Mountaineering. And while fast shipping and the instant gratification that comes with it is important, it’s not the only…

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In light of FedEx and UPS’ recent rate increase announcements, which did not mirror each other as they usually do, an article from Parcel Industry explains what the changes mean for shippers and what to expect going into the new year. In the article, Rob Martinez, President & CEO of Shipware weighs in: “The changes…

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DHL recently announced their annual rate increase that will go into effect on January 2, 2017. US customers will experience a 4.9% general price increase. An article from Parcel Industry explains: “DHL Express adjusts its prices annually, taking into account inflation, currency dynamics and other rising costs, such as expenses related to compliance with enhanced…

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For DFW Placenta, their goal is to provide families with quality placenta encapsulation and other add-on services, like tinctures, smoothie drops, and salve, to help make for a happier postpartum experience. When DFW Placenta launched a little over a year ago, little did they know how fast business would grow. They went from having six…

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In our fast-paced world, convenience is key. Here are some ways that, when it comes to convenience, on-demand couriers deliver:  Day-Of and Pre-Scheduled Delivery: You don’t always know in advance when your need for delivery will arise, so using a flexible on-demand courier service can help alleviate the pressure of an already hectic workday. If…

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Austinites, it’s that time of the year again. The temperature is crisp, the holidays are right around the corner, and ACL Fest is in full swing. Restaurants in Austin have spent days or even months preparing for the influx of customers. Retailers are armed with extra inventory. And many businesses are hosting VIP clients for…

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In the age of convenience, it’s no surprise that the e-commerce landscape is growing and evolving. An article by Business.com looks at the future of e-commerce and predicts that same day delivery is one of five trends that will shape the industry. “[Instant delivery] is currently a hot topic in the world of E-commerce, and…

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Today we announced our expansion into Orlando and Tampa. We are excited to grow with our customers and offer Dropoff’s reliable and professional service to local and national companies located in the Central Florida area. Our launch into Orlando and Tampa follows our recent August launch into Miami and Fort Lauderdale. As we set out to…

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This weekend marked round two of delivering for the University of Texas’ Longhorn football VIP. This time it was 10,000 bundtinis from Nothing Bundt Cakes and we were honored to be chosen for the delivery.   Our team delivered 167 bags full of bite-size and full-size white white chocolate and chocolate chocolate chip bundt cakes…

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A new study by Dotcom Distribution proves that fast delivery influences customer’s purchase decisions. This study supports our recent retail survey that showed very similar results: faster delivery speed matters and is a major deciding factor for shoppers. “For nearly a decade experts have insisted that shipping times are key for shopper engagement, and that…

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