Save Money on Shipping Labels
If your company ships packages on a regular basis, you can save money by purchasing blank shipping and mailing labels in bulk.
Although you can save money, there are some things to consider and some tips to make sure you do it right.
How much to buy
This is a simple calculation. The number of packages shipped per week (PPW) times 52 (PPW x 52)
Laser or inkjet
Inkjet label stock is more expensive than laser label stock.
If you have an inkjet printed do you HAVE to get label stock that was specifically designed for inkjet printers? Not necessarily. For shipping labels, laser stock works fine on inkjet printers.
Shop around
Take time and do research. Prices can and do vary greatly. Find out price break points. Calculate the Cost per sheet INCLUDING SHIPPING. Some vendors attract you with low prices but they inflate the shipping cost. Some vendors offer free shipping. Make sure you know exactly what your cost per sheet will be.
Shop on Ebay
Ebay sellers are not bound by “company policy pricing”. You can occasionally find deals the no one can beat.
Negotiate
If you may be purchasing large bulk quantities, 1,000 sheets or more) definately try to negotiate. Let them know you are looking for a long term vendor relationship. If they know it’s not just a one time purchase, you may be able to negotiate a better price.
Guarantee / Return Policy
What is their Guarantee and Return Policy. This is a deal breaker. Blank label stock is heavy. If the labels arrive damaged, who is responsible? Some companies will replace them at no charge and the damaged ones picked up at their cost. Some suppliers will make YOU pay for shipping the damaged labels back to them. This is the number 1 most important policy to know before you buy.
Wait, we aren’t finished yet. There is still more you need to know. Part 2 will finish things up so you are armed with everything you need to know to get the best price on shipping labels.
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