OVERLABELED: Too Many Labels Hurts Your Shipping
Posted on November 29, 2023 by mailomg in memo 691 // 0 Comments

Good labeling is really important in shipping and distribution.
Labels are like messages between the people sending, carrying, and getting packages. They tell important things about what’s inside, where it’s going, and how to handle it.
Putting the right labels on packages quickly and correctly helps sort and send them where they need to go, making everything work better in the shipping and distribution process.
While labeling holds importance, the industry faces an issue known as “overlabeling.” This occurs when parcels get too many labels, leading to numerous problems. It results in higher costs and has negative effects on the environment. Overlabeling presents a significant challenge in shipping and distribution … (click to read more)
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