When it comes to really making the most out of your corporate gifting, the key lies in focusing on the whole experience, rather than just the gift itself. From an optimized, easy-to-use order page, to the acknowledgement of privacy, to timely delivery of your orders, the entire experience matters, from start to finish.

Operating on a global scale is no easy feat. From a logistical standpoint alone, the challenge of serving customers, employees and partners on a multinational scale can be an incredibly complex and costly endeavor. Such was the case with one of our customers - a rapidly-growing enterprise software company specializing in data science and AI technology.

Headquartered in the US, with offices located around the world, and serving hundreds of global partners and more than 5,000 organizations worldwide, international shipping and events had become an integral component of business operations.

Each year in January, folks in the promotional distribution industry gather together in Vegas at the PPAI Expo where they get to enjoy a sneak peek at which promo products are going to be available over the coming months. They also enjoy the unique opportunity to witness the latest trends and experience various programs that will be launching next year as well. We are excited to share that the show will be back on again in 2022, for the first time since before the pandemic.

Shipping and fulfillment. Sounds straightforward. Package the product, apply a label, and send it off. Simple, right?

As a marketing, training or human resources professional who’s been asked to perform this task dozens of times, you know better. This seemingly simple process—arguably the most critical component of the supply chain—can actually be quite challenging and costly, especially when scores, if not hundreds, of recipients are involved. 

Fortunately, there are businesses that specialize in shipping and fulfillment. They’ve reduced the process to an efficient and practical science. Best of all, hiring these experts to assist with your shipping and fulfillment needs is much easier and more affordable than you might think. 

It’s certainly no secret that the global supply chain is experiencing some significant disruptions at the moment. Between increasing mobility restrictions, tightening border controls, a shortage of supply and an ever-growing demand for goods, the situation is causing a serious concern for both manufacturers and consumers alike. If you’re planning on purchasing some promotional items for your company, here are a few key tips to help ensure a smooth, timely and uneventful delivery.