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A Resolution Worth Keeping

Happy New Year!  It’s 2023 and we are looking forward to another great year of serving and shipping 5Gstore products to our customers.  Although 2022 had its fair share of shipping struggles (mainly the price of gas), our primary shipper, FedEx, was able to keep the packages moving and even enabled a few new advances. 

One of those advances is PPOD, or Picture Proof of Delivery.  This has rolled out in many areas within the country and will continue to do so throughout the year. Essentially, FedEx is taking pictures at the time of drop off so that any home delivery without a required signature will have visual proof of the delivery.  It’s the goal to have this for all deliveries, business or residential, that do not have a regular pick up or drop off schedule.  

Another exciting change, which kicked off in 2022, is that FedEx has set a goal of having a completely electrical vehicle deployment by 2040. Last year the company was able to start this journey in California. The result was putting over 100 vehicles on the road.  Not only is this good for the environment, but the goal is to cut down the customer cost of fuel and the surcharges that come along with shipping currently. This is a definite win/win.  

Although shipping seems to be a 365 day a year event, the fine workers at shipping companies need their holidays too.  Below is the 2023 Holiday Shipping Schedule.   

  • 4/8 and 4/9-  Easter Weekend
  • 5/27, 5/28, and 5/29 (Monday)- Memorial Day Weekend
  • 7/1 and 7/2- 4th of July Weekend
  • 7/4 (Tuesday)- 4th of July Day
  • 9/2, 9/3, and 9/4 (Monday)- Labor Day Weekend
  • 11/11- Veterans Day
  • 11/23 (Thursday) Thanksgiving Day
  • 11/25 and 11/26-  Thanksgiving Weekend
  • 12/16 and 12/17- Observed Holiday
  • 12/23, 12/24, and 12/25 (Monday)- Christmas Weekend and Day
  • 12/30, 12/31, and 1/1/24 (Monday)- New Years Weekend and Day. 

When shipping around the holidays be aware that Ground Services are occasionally closed. Planning ahead can make a big difference.  Many businesses who rely on shipping, will follow this when deciding what day to observe holidays for themselves. 

If you have any questions about shipping or when your order may arrive, please contact our team via phone, email, or chat!

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‘Tis the Season: How Can the Holidays Effect Shipping?

We all love the changing of the leaves, the cooler temperatures, and the opportunity to enjoy time with family and friends.  Though the season brings many calming and enjoyable things on the surface, behind the scenes it is quite frantic and chaotic trying to make things happen.  

One behind the scenes factor is shipping.  With the way our world’s have changed over recent years we depend more on shipping now than ever and for everything.  From presents and gifts to household goods and groceries, there are more shipping trucks, vans, and even cars on the road than ever before. 

5GStore is no exception to the pains of dealing with high volume shipping.  Although 5GStore strives to ship the same day whenever possible, and usually does, we sadly can’t guarantee that your package will arrive on time once it leaves our warehouse in Illinois.  

Our primary source of shipping does not guarantee delivery by the day promised, unless the package is shipping overnight or internationally.  But at this time of year even those particular shipping methods will be exempt from being able to guarantee for the following dates,  Dec 13th through Jan 2nd.  

So what can you do to ensure you’re getting the products you need in a timely manner?

  • Plan ahead when possible.  Order early and allow extra time for the delivery process. 
  • Upgrade the shipping.  Try 2 or 3-day as opposed to regular Ground. 
  • Map your route.  Consider the distance between your destination and Illinois.  
  • Utilize pick up locations.  Many of the hubs have daily deliveries.  
  • Combine shipments.  Try to get 2 or more purchases to travel together.

As mentioned above, in addition to volume, weather plays a major role in how quickly you can get your products.  Since your package is coming from Illinois you should consider the weather there, where you live, and all points in between.  

Wishing a safe and healthy holiday season to you, your families, and business!

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