Peak Season is Back!
It’s time for Black Friday / Cyber Monday and all the fun that Q4 brings for eCommerce.
ShipHero wants to be sure that you’re prepared for Peak Season 2022 – and maybe give you a place to find a bit of sanity when things get really nuts.
Throughout September, October, November and December 2022 we’ll be sending out important updates for SaaS and Fulfillment clients, notifications on dates and surcharges and general advice regarding prepping for peak and crushing it!
Peak Season 2022 Surcharge Rates – Fulfillment
From October 2, 2022 – January 22, 2023, any packages weighing 0-4 lbs. will be charged an additional fee of 13%
From October 31, 2022 to January 15, 2023, any packages weighing over 5lbs.+ will be charged an additional fee of 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why are you increasing prices?
A: These increases are due to inflation which is affecting the carriers who are then passing these additional costs onto us. We are also seeing an increase in labor rates this year and anticipate a much higher volume of shipments.
Q: Why are peak charges starting so early?
A: Carriers have historically started their peak pricing in the middle of November. However this year they are starting in October.
Important Dates
We will update these dates as more information becomes available. Bookmark the page and check back often.
04
NOV
To ship by Black Friday, product must be received at a ShipHero Warehouse by Friday, 11/4
25
NOV
Black Friday
28
NOV
Cyber Monday
09
DEC
Standard orders must be received by Friday, 12/9 for Christmas delivery
16
DEC
Expedited orders must be received by Friday, 12/16 for Christmas delivery
16
DEC
Standard orders must be received by Friday, 12/16 for New Year’s Eve delivery
23
DEC
Expedited orders must be received by Friday, 12/23 for New Year’s Eve delivery
24
DEC
Christmas Eve
25
DEC
Christmas Day
26
DEC
Boxing Day (Canada & UK)
27
DEC
Overnight orders must be received by Tuesday, 12/27 for New Year’s Eve delivery
31
DEC
New Year’s Eve
01
JAN
New Year’s Day
Prepping for Peak Season
eCommerce and Q4 have a special relationship. Check out these ways you can prep for peak season right now.
What Happened in 2021
Despite predictions, retail sales grew in Q4 2021.
What to Expect 2022
Early shopping and increased spending are looking likely for 2022.
Shipping Delays/Costs/Strategies
Supply chain disruptions are still commonplace for 2022.
Returns Management
Learn how to salvage a customer relationship with awesome returns management.
Key Insights for Peak Season
Peak is a big deal. Here are some of the recommendations we’re providing our clients to help them get ready and stay ready.
Inventory Updates
Use Cycle Count to check on your most popular products
Having the inventory your customers want when they want it is the most important aspect of peak season.
ShipHero’s WMS recently updated our Cycle Count feature to make it even easier to keep track of your inventory. You can now even assign counts based on SKU.
- The Best Reasons to Use Cycle Count During Peak
- Streamlined dashboard gives you total control
- Set counts based on your schedule
- Assign users and timelines
- Select cycle counts based on location or SKU
- Set up automatic flags for recounts
Check out this video for a sneak peek at Cycle Count. Or read this blog to find out more.
More Peak Season Content Coming Soon! Stay Tuned!
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