How to ship a mattress – A guide to properly packing and moving your mattress
Follow a few easy steps to properly pack and move a mattress according to all the transportation requirements.
Riley Jerow
- About Riley Jerow
- Introducing Riley, a seasoned marketing professional based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with 2 years of specialized expertise in logistics and a robust 5-year background in B2B marketing. As the Marketing Manager at GoShip for years, Riley plays a pivotal role in steering strategic onsite marketing initiatives. Riley previously served as a Demand Generation Specialist at PLS Logistics Services, contributing significantly to the company's marketing efforts. With a total of 5 years in B2B marketing, she brings a wealth of experience in developing and implementing impactful marketing strategies. Known for her unique voice and deep understanding of logistics, Riley is a trusted and credible figure in the industry. She is dedicated to delivering excellence, making her an invaluable asset in the dynamic field of logistics marketing.
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How To Reduce Moving Stress
Moving is a stressful process that requires thorough preparation. To reduce the moving stress, consider hiring a professional shipping company.
How to Safely Package and Prepare LTL Freight Shipment?
Sticking to a reliable package and prepare method is one of the guarantors of a successful shipment.
5 Moving Scams to Look Out For
It is very important to make sure that you pick a good shipping service to help you deliver avoiding possible moving scams.
Top 5 Freight Saving Tips: Shipping Costs
Have you ever tried to make a shipment and were shocked by the price of the shipping cost estimates? There are many things that go into determining your final shipping cost. Factors like fuel costs are out of your control, but other factors like weight can be controlled. We will go over four freight shipping tips to help you reduce the cost of your shipments:
Tip #1: Consolidate Your Shipment
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Bundling, boxing and palletizing your shipment makes it easier for the LTL shipper to handle and pack your ship
Advanced Strategies to Reduce Your Supply Chain Costs
There is a lot more that goes into choosing the best carrier for your shipment than most people think. When deciding which LTL carrier to work with, many businesses or supply chain managers will only take the upfront cost of transportation into account. There are a few strategies we will explore that you can use when choosing the best carrier for your company. Here are three simple, strategic ways to reduce supply chain costs:
Reduce DSO and Collect Faster
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You can reduce your DSO (days sales outstandin
Freight Insurance vs Freight Liability: What’s the Difference?
No one ever wants to hear that their freight was damaged during the shipping process. Whenever you are shipping, you want to make sure that your shipment is prepared correctly to avoid possible damages during the shipment. When dealing with damages, it is important to know the coverage you might receive from a freight carrier and the difference between freight liability and freight insurance.
Freight Liability
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There are many things you must prove to be compensated for your damaged freight. This can inc
Sustainable Freight Shipping Ideas for the Future
The shipping industry will be facing many rapid changes in the near future. One change, in particular, is to be more sustainable. We have already seen efforts by companies to “go green” and make drastic changes to address climate change. New studies on climate change have promoted businesses all over the world to take measures for reducing the carbon footprint and turn to sustainable shipping. Right now, the trucking industry is far from the “green” industry that authorities are looking for and hoping for.
Top 5 Tips to Effectively Save Money on Shipping
Many businesses, especially small businesses, are constantly looking for ways to make shipping more efficient and cost-effective. Many believe that shipping expenses are fixed costs that cannot be changed, but that is not the case. There are many different ways to reduce the costs that you should know about to make sure that you are using the resources you need to save money and time when shipping.
Know Your Shipment
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You need to be exact when calculating the weight and size of your shipment. Estimating
Package vs Pallet Shipping: What Shipping Pallets Are the Best For You?
Shipment safety is an important concern when arranging the delivery. That’s why packaging and protection play a significant role in your freight’s security. When deciding to ship your items, it is important to know the difference between package and pallet shipping. Depending on what you are shipping, you will need to know whether a package or pallet best fits your shipment.
What is the difference between package and pallet shipping?
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A package is usually a cardboard box that smaller items are shipped i