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UPS Vice President on Shipping-Service Upgrades

Ecommerce Conversations · with Jordan Colletta · May 22, 2014 · 14 min

Summary

Even in 2014, shipping was a crucial function for ecommerce. This episode details how UPS upgraded its "UPS Ready" program to help online merchants optimize shipping operations. Key benefits include improved technology integrations for seamless order fulfillment and enhanced customer experiences, directly addressing the evolving needs of online retailers.

Key takeaways

Themes

customer experiencee-commerce technologypartnerships & integrationsshipping & logistics

Topics covered

carrier-platform partnershipscustomer expectations in deliverye-commerce shipping optimizationlast-mile deliveryorder fulfillmentshipping software integrationssupply chain managementtechnology in shippingups ready program upgrades

Episode description

Jordan CollettaThe shipping of products is a crucial function for most every ecommerce merchant. And there’s no company more prominent in the shipping business than UPS, who has recently announced upgrades to its “UPS Ready” program. Jordan Colletta is vice president of customer technology marketing for UPS, and he joins Practical eCommerce’s Kerry Murdock to discuss those upgrades. Mr. Colletta has been with UPS since 1975 and in his current position he’s responsible for all of UPS’s ecommer...

Frequently asked about this episode

What does this episode say about customer experience?
Utilize the upgraded UPS Ready program for improved technology integrations that streamline shipping processes and enhance order fulfillment efficiency.
What does this episode say about e-commerce technology?
Leverage UPS’s focus on customer experience to improve your own delivery promises and meet evolving customer expectations for speed and affordability.
What does this episode say about partnerships & integrations?
Explore partnerships between shipping carriers like UPS and your e-commerce platform to simplify shipping management and gain access to advanced features.
What does this episode say about shipping & logistics?
Prioritize shipping optimization in your e-commerce strategy to reduce costs, improve delivery times, and ultimately boost customer satisfaction and retention.
What does this episode say about customer experience?
Stay informed about new shipping technologies and integrations to continuously adapt your logistics strategy to the changing e-commerce landscape.

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