2019 Holiday/Closure Dates
Please take note of the Holiday closures for Sweetwater Logistics in 2019. As we strive to ensure quick and reliable service to our clients; it is also important to allow our associates well deserved time with their family throughout the year. Jan 1 New Year’s Day Tuesday Jan 21 Martin Luther King Day Monday Feb […]
Read More »2018 Holiday Shipping Deadline
The following are the 2018 date and time shipping deadlines to observe to get your US domestic packages where they need to go prior to Christmas: 12/4, 12pm – last order in by for USPS APO/FPO/DPO (Zip code 093) 12/8, 12pm – last order in by for UPS SurePost / Fedex Smart Post to arrive […]
Read More »Location, Location, Location
The heart and soul of a successful business is a well-designed supply chain. The speed of your product’s movement from the manufacturer to warehouse to consumer needs to be a quick, fluid process. How do you ensure your timeline is as efficient and functional as possible? Select a warehouse that is easily accessible to interstates, […]
Read More »Return Policies: What You Need to Know
When it comes to returns, even the most successful companies have them. The important, and sometimes overlooked, part of starting an E-commerce business is nailing down your company’s Return Policy. A Return Policy can be as strict or liberal as you see fit for your company. Keeping in mind “92% of consumers surveyed said that […]
Read More »Amazon Seller Fulfilled Prime
Amazon marketplace is a fantastic sales channel and one that we recommend nearly all clients to consider. It is relatively easy to setup an account and with the use of FBA the coveted ‘Prime’ designation can be invaluable to gaining market share. Once on Amazon there is a means to reduce costs while also maintaining […]
Read More »2018 Holiday/Closure Dates
Sweetwater Logistics is focused on ensuring our clients orders are delivered timely and efficiently while also respecting our employees time with family and friends. We are closed on the following dates this holiday season, which mirrors the closure dates of the United States Postal Service. Monday, May 28 Memorial Day Wednesday, July 4 Independence Day […]
Read More »What International Companies Need to Know about Choosing a US Fulfillment Company
Looking for a way to sell products to customers in the United States, but don’t have a US-based company? The answer is to work with a US fulfillment company – one that can get your products to your customers in good time. However, there are quite a few things that you’ll need to know here. […]
Read More »2017 Holiday/Closure Dates
Sweetwater Logistics is focused on ensuring our clients orders are delivered timely and efficiently while also respecting our employees time with family and friends. We are closed on the following dates this holiday season, which mirrors the closure dates of the United States Postal Service. Monday, October 9 Columbus Day Thursday, November 23 Thanksgiving Day […]
Read More »2017 Holiday Shipping Deadlines
The following are the 2017 date and time shipping deadlines to observe to get your packages where they need to go: 12/9, 12pm – last order in by for UPS SurePost / Fedex Smart Post to arrive by Christmas 12/14, 12pm – last order in by for UPS/Fedex Ground / Home Delivery to arrive by […]
Read More »2016 Holiday Shipping Deadlines
The following are the 2016 date and time shipping deadlines to observe to get your packages where they need to go: 12/19, 12pm – last order in by for USPS First Class to arrive by Christmas 12/20, 3pm – last order in by for USPS Priority Mail to arrive by Christmas 12/16, 3pm – last […]
Read More »Great news for Sharp Hill Designs
We are thrilled to hear that Sharp Hill Designs has been accepted as an exhibitor at Accessories the Show, the largest juried accessories show in the world. http://sharphilldesigns.com/blog/2012/07/accessories-the-show/
Read More »Answer Connect Interview
We were recently asked to be interviewed by Answer Connect for a blog posting of theirs. Read the interview here : http://www.answerconnect.com/blog/client_spotlight/client-spotlight-sweetwater-logistics
Read More »Why Dim Weight Matters?
Shipping companies generally charge based on weight. It makes sense and frankly is one of the simplest means to do so. On that charge basis, though, they then are interested in being able to convey as much weight as (legally?) possible in a given vehicle. What’s the Challenge? The challenge, though, is the vehicle costs […]
Read More »Welcome
Welcome to our blog. My name is Steve Thomson, the President of Sweetwater Logistics. We cater to small businesses and startups that recognize the value in outsourcing the product handling and order fulfillment tasks to a trusted partner. They do this to free up time, capital and energy that can be focused on selling, developing […]
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