As the words parcel and package are often used interchangeably, the difference isn’t completely clear cut. However, one way to differentiate between the two may lie in the way an item is shipped. A ‘package’ could refer to a box of items personally delivered to another person, e.g. a ‘care package’. On the other hand, …
So you need to send a package, but you are not sure what the next step is or who to contact to set the process in motion. Maybe you are unsure about differences in terminology. Is a parcel service not the same as a courier?
At Impact Express, we’ve years of experience delivering parcels across the world. Not sure what to expect or how the process works? We’re here to give you some expert advice.
Planning to use a courier service? It is important to know what they can deliver and, more importantly, what they will not.
The world of logistics has many unique terms. Getting to grips with these definitions will help you better understand the shipping process.
Shoe boxes provide perfect packaging for sending smaller packages. Surely it should make sense that a shoe box would automatically be considered as a small parcel?
What makes a courier ‘cheaper’ mostly comes down what you are sending, where it is going and how soon you need it to arrive. But that’s not all. We take a detailed look at some of the factors that affect courier pricing.
When it comes to international delivery, understanding the costs involved is a good place to begin the process of choosing the right service.
When it comes to international delivery, understanding the costs involved is a good place to begin the process of choosing the right service.
Most reputable couriers offer real-time tracking of your parcel by using a scanning process. However, you should always check the details of the tracking service being offered.
