Tag: USPS

USPS service changes and rate increases

The USPS has announced their new service standard effective October 1st for First Class Mail. This impacts “letters” & “flats” (traditional picture order envelopes and upgraded envelopes). They are allowing 1 – 2 additional days for delivery in some areas. Here is a Fact Sheet from the USPS. This states that the impact will primarily be for ...

USPS and FedEx shipping changes

The USPS has announced rate increases for commercial pieces starting on October 18th. As a result, many of the shipments sent to consumers from CCS will see a postage increase that started in October. CCS utilizes a FedEx service called Smart Post to ship many items over 1lb to consumers. Historically, the turn around time ...