Tag: Varsitylogistics

Why Shippers Are Turning to Transborder Consolidation for Cross-Border Success

Discover how automated consolidation and advanced shipping technology streamline cross-border shipping International borders are meant to separate countries, not slow down the movement of goods. However, when it comes to international logistics, those lines on the map can create major complexity and inefficiencies. Additional fees, longer lead times, carrier coordination, and country-specific rules and regulations […]

Simplifying International Shipping Documentation with Multi-Carrier Shipping Software

Discover how a shipping manager streamlined cross-border shipping operations with smarter software solutions If you’ve ever shipped across borders, you’ve probably discovered the real challenge isn’t the distance, but the documentation it requires. Every international shipment comes with a stack of required forms including commercial invoices, certificates of origin, bills of lading (BOL), packing lists, […]

Scoring Big with Smarter Shipping: Kwik Goal and Varsity Logistics

Explore how this leading soccer equipment brand turned shipping complexity into a winning strategy It can take a long time, even decades, for major brands to achieve the success and notoriety they come to be known for. Much of this is built on the trust between the brand and their customers and partners. To maintain […]

[Webinar] Modern Shipping on IBM i: How to Extend the Life (and Power) of Your AS/400

Join us as Varsity Logistics experts break down strategies for maximizing your existing IBM i The IBM i, formerly known as the AS/400, has quietly powered some of the world’s most complex supply chains for over 30 years. With a long-standing proven ability to provide reliable, secure, and scalable operations, the IBM i continues to […]

The Shift Toward Regional: Why Smaller Carriers Are Gaining Ground

Learn what’s driving regional carrier growth and how advanced shipping software can help businesses leverage the benefits For many people, when they think about parcel and freight carriers, their mind goes straight to the big players like UPS, FedEx, or even the USPS. For decades, these logistics giants have played a major role in shaping […]

The 2025 Less-Than-Truckload Freight Class Shake-Up: What It Means for You

Discover how the right technology and support can help you navigate NMFC changes with confidence Shipping less-than-truckload (LTL) freight can feel like playing a game of Tetris. It involves constantly trying to fit different pieces together just right. And lucky for you, 2025 just added a few new pieces. As of July 19th, the National […]

Modern Shipping for IBM i: Extend the Life and Power of Your AS/400 System 

Discover how Varsity can level-up your IBM i shipping without deplatforming Released over 35 years ago, the AS/400 (now known as IBM i) entered the market as a groundbreaking system for the digital work environment. For decades, its powerful and scalable structure has propelled some of the biggest brands and complex supply chains toward success. […]

IBM i (AS/400) Guide: Managing Increased Parcel Throughput

Learn how IBM i (AS/400) Power users can streamline their shipping operations and increase their parcel throughput with ease Up and running since 1988, IBM i (AS/400) operating systems (now Power Systems), are a cornerstone of many businesses’ shipping operations. Today, over 100,000 companies, including numerous Fortune 500 enterprises, continue to rely on IBM i […]

The Truth About Transactional Pricing in Parcel and LTL Shipping Software

Discover why transactional pricing falls short for high-volume shippers and the available alternatives For businesses in the market for a new shipping software solution, most of the focus is on things like features, functionality, integrations, and carrier support. Though vital, it is less often we see shipping software buyers start by questioning the pricing model. […]

Why Back-to-School E-Commerce is Becoming a Supply Chain Stress Test 

Back-to-school season is putting shipping strategies to the test… can yours keep up?  Back-to-school shopping used to be very straightforward. You’d grab the printed school-issued supplies list from the fridge, pile into the car, and grab everything you need in that one trip to the local big-box store. However, this isn’t the same experience the […]