Get ready for peak season
Get ready for peak season
Be prepared for seasonal sales with a delivery network you can trust.
Be prepared for seasonal sales with a delivery network you can trust.
Be prepared for seasonal sales with a delivery network you can trust.
Simplify your holiday season success
With more potential customers coming your way, the holidays are an exciting time for your business. As the season gets underway, make the most of it and get prepared with our handy tips and checklist.
5 tips for smooth holiday shipping
Give your business the best chance of sailing through the season with our five top tips.
Tip #1: Stock up on materials and inventory
Don’t get caught short as the orders roll in. Stock up on packaging supplies ahead of time, and make sure you have enough inventory to meet any rises in demand – then keep an eye on your stock levels and forecasts in case you need to reorder.
Together, this will help you ship goods quickly and give yourself the best chance of reaching customers on time.
Tip #2: Get your packaging and paperwork in order
If your goods aren’t correctly packaged or labelled, this could hold up delivery – especially if you need to get through customs. So that your shipments travel smoothly, check you’ve completed all the right paperwork, and make sure everything is securely packaged and labelled.
If you’re sending goods internationally, solutions like FedEx® Electronic Trade Documents can save you time when you need it most by allowing you to complete and upload customs documents electronically.
Tip #3: Keep your customers informed
Even with the best preparation, delays can happen during peak season. Make sure your customers are fully informed about the progress of their packages – that way, they get peace of mind over their delivery, and you maintain their trust.
And for e-commerce customers, tools like FedEx Delivery Manager® let shoppers track goods and customise their delivery date and location.
Tip #4: Book your shipments early
With lots of businesses shipping more than usual, parcel volumes over peak season can increase beyond their average levels. This means more chances of unexpected delivery delays. One easy way to reduce the risk of longer transit times is to book your shipments as early as you can.
Tip #5: Get organised with returns
Returns may also rise during the holidays, but you can avoid headaches by putting a simple process in place to help you manage them more efficiently. This will get stock ready for resale quickly and help you action customer refunds swiftly.
Look for an automated solution like FedEx® Global Returns, to offer a quick, seamless process for you and your customers.
Your seasonal shipping checklist
Before the holidays begin, ask yourself the following questions to make sure your business is ready to handle the busy season with ease.
✓ Have you got plenty of packaging supplies and stock ready to go?
✓ Are you set up on our online shipping and tracking tools to help you take control of your shipments, speed up your operations and keep your customers up to date with their deliveries?
✓ Do you know what paperwork you need to complete in order to reach different markets?
✓ Have you checked out our full range of delivery services so you’re ready to meet more of your customers’ needs?
✓ If you're an e-commerce business, are you offering a range of delivery options, including fast shipping and returns? With FedEx® Global Returns you can provide a seamless process for your customers.
✓ Do your shoppers understand how duties and taxes are being paid? Visit our website to learn more on how duties and taxes affect a shipment.
Stand out this season
Stay one step ahead over the holidays with easy-to-use shipping tools and delivery expertise.
Ship fast with smart digital tools
Feel in control and get visibility of your goods with solutions and tools to streamline your shipping throughout the season.
Cross borders with confidence
Get access to the expertise you need to help you navigate customs and cross borders smoothly.
Keep moving, all year round
We’re here to support your business for the long run, during peak season and beyond.
