Package and Dispatch - where to begin?

[TimW]

I am starting to sell a product online very soon. I haven't got to grips with either packaging or dispatch/transport. What are the options? where would I find a short discussion of pros and cons and gotchas?

I think we can do the packaging without too much trouble and the parcels will all be the same: cylinders about 80cm long and 27cm dia wighing 3kg. What are the options for couriers or post? what options might I offer? How would returns work? or non-delivery? There must be plenty of problems I should be aware of.

 

[masonstone]

I am starting to sell a product online very soon. I haven't got to grips with either packaging or dispatch/transport. What are the options? where would I find a short discussion of pros and cons and gotchas?

I think we can do the packaging without too much trouble and the parcels will all be the same: cylinders about 80cm long and 27cm dia wighing 3kg. What are the options for couriers or post? what options might I offer? How would returns work? or non-delivery? There must be plenty of problems I should be aware of.

you could join facebook groups regarding this and small business owners would guide you.

 

[Flores Xanthe]

Starting a package and dispatch business involves several key steps, from planning and setting up the business structure to establishing operations and marketing your services

 

[virginuso]

Starting to sell a product online involves key considerations for packaging and shipping. Since your product will be cylindrical and relatively lightweight, you have several courier options, including major carriers like UPS, FedEx, and DHL, as well as postal services.

 

[Quinten]

Congrats on starting your online business! For packaging, use cylindrical tubes or custom-sized boxes with padding to protect your items. For shipping, major couriers like UPS, FedEx, and DHL offer reliable options, but local postal services might be cheaper. Use comparison tools like ShipStation or Pirate Ship to find the best rates. Make sure you have a clear returns policy and understand each courier’s procedures for lost or damaged items. Watch out for shipping costs and delivery times, and consider using a shipping calculator on your site to keep things transparent for customers.

 

[GenuineCCELL]

We've been using Moov Parcel for over a year and they reduced our shipping costs compared to going to a delivery company directly. They essentially have access to special rates not usually available to businesses like mine. They pass these savings onto us, while of course taking their small cut.