Articles/Blog Postshttp://compass.ups.com/rss.aspx?fid=88All of our website Articles and Blog PostsSocial media in 2 hours a weekhttp://compass.ups.com/social-media-success-on-two-hours-a-week/How to market your small business in a time-constrained world.

]]>Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT3 ingenious shipping tips from successful small businesseshttp://compass.ups.com/three-ingenious-shipping-tips/These ideas may reduce the load on your staff and save money and time in the process.

]]>Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMTHow to thrive in today's 'intelligent economy'http://compass.ups.com/how-to-thrive-in-the-new-economy/Global opportunities are there for the taking – and your supply chain holds the key.

]]>Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMTImprove cash flow and boost efficiency through 3 smart UPS solutionshttp://compass.ups.com/cashflow/Combining powerful online solutions for shipping, tracking and billing can boost cash flow and improve business processes.

]]>Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT3 ways high-tech companies are lowering costshttp://compass.ups.com/three-ways-high-tech-companies-are-lowering-costs/A little digging can deliver big monetary rewards.

]]>Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMTFaster ocean imports from Europehttp://compass.ups.com/faster-ocean-imports-from-Europe/UPS offers a cost-effective freight alternative into the United States and Canada.

]]>Tue, 02 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMTA surprising way to boost your bottom linehttp://compass.ups.com/a-surprising-way-to-boost-your-bottom-line/A sustainable mind-set can mean greater efficiency and more profit.

]]>Tue, 02 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMTUPS delivers the Final Fourhttp://compass.ups.com/UPS-delivers-the-Final-Four/From tickets to seats, from the trophy to the playing surface itself, UPS plays a critical role.

]]>Tue, 02 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMTA 'recycling machine' expands its business onlinehttp://compass.ups.com/a-manufacturer-expands-its-online-business/After NRI Industrial Sales began using UPS technology to expand its e-commerce site, the company saw an immediate boost in revenue.

]]>Tue, 02 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMTTech tip: Save time with profiles in WorldShip 2013http://compass.ups.com/save-time-with-profiles-in-worldship/Make shipping a one-click simplicity by tapping into this powerful feature.

]]>Tue, 02 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMTGoing 'green' in the NASCAR pitshttp://compass.ups.com/going-green-in-the-NASCAR-pits/UPS introduces additional ecofriendly practices to its trackside operations.

]]>Tue, 02 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT'Little Baby,' big problemhttp://compass.ups.com/blog.aspx?id=8589934746&blogid=95Enjoy an entertaining story of how separation anxiety was eased by a man in Brown.

]]>Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT3 secrets to success from a small businesshttp://compass.ups.com/3-success-secrets-from-a-small-business/Looking to The UPS Store could mean more money in your pocket.

]]>Wed, 13 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMTJ. Hilburn’s speedy, global supply chainhttp://compass.ups.com/blog.aspx?id=8589934691&blogid=95Learn how J. Hilburn and UPS can deliver custom runway styles to your door in under three weeks.

]]>Wed, 13 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMTWant to go global? UPS can helphttp://compass.ups.com/UPS-can-help-you-go-global/UPS's International Trade Tools ease the frustration of international shipping.

]]>Sat, 02 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMTIncrease efficiencies through a logistics makeover of your hotel or resorthttp://compass.ups.com/save-money-through-logistics-makeover-of-hotel/UPS can help you cut your transportation costs, improve the customer service experience and stand out from your competition.

]]>Sat, 02 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMTGlobal expansion for healthcare manufacturers – without growing painshttp://compass.ups.com/healthcare-facilities/If you’re a healthcare manufacturer that hasn’t yet expanded into overseas markets, you could be missing your greatest chance to grow your business.

]]>Sat, 02 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMTUnlock the hidden value in your businesshttp://compass.ups.com/unlock-the-hidden-value-in-your-business/It's right there: untapped opportunity for your company to make more money. The key? These 7 strategies that save time, cut costs and keep customers happy.

]]>Sat, 02 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMTTech tip: Make your brand stand out with WorldShip 2013http://compass.ups.com/worldship-tech-tip-custom-labels/Turn your packages into promotional devices.

]]>Sat, 02 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMTAre procurement savings hiding in your hospitality supply chain?http://compass.ups.com/cut-inbound-transportation-costs-by-35-percent/Take these steps to improve your bottom line.

]]>Sat, 02 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMTFree bird: Saving a beloved 'family member'http://compass.ups.com/pet-bird-mistakenly-shipped/Pet of 15 years mistakenly packed and shipped by customer.

]]>Sat, 02 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMTA Valentine's Day delicacyhttp://compass.ups.com/blog.aspx?id=8589934590&blogid=95Roses and chocolates aren't your only options. Treat that special someone to a lobster dinner right at home.

]]>Sat, 09 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMTBeyond Canada: Expand your business over international watershttp://compass.ups.com/expand-your-business-over-international-waters/Exporting doesn't have to stop in Canada. Discover how to open new markets.

]]>Sat, 02 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMTUpgrading to WorldShip 2013 is easyhttp://compass.ups.com/upgrading-to-worldship-2013-is-easy/Follow these simple steps to take advantage of the lastest version.

]]>Sat, 02 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMTGet the most out of the brand-new, mobile-friendly Compass Online!http://compass.ups.com/get-the-most-out-of-new-Compass/Learn about new features and take advantage of invaluable tips.

]]>Sat, 02 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMTShip faster, eliminate processing backlogs and win more customershttp://compass.ups.com/gamechanger/Three small companies share their game-changing strategies.

]]>Sat, 02 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMTPlan ahead: 2013 holidayshttp://compass.ups.com/ups-2013-holidays/Mark the dates when you won't see the brown trucks dropping off or picking up at your business.

]]>Sat, 02 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMTLaw firms: 3 ways to stay competitivehttp://compass.ups.com/blog.aspx?id=6442451864&blogid=95Want to stay ahead of the game with your competitors? Here are three things to consider when shipping sensitive materials.

]]>Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMTTom Bihn bags: All about the red, white and blue, while being greenhttp://compass.ups.com/blog.aspx?id=6442451866&blogid=95Tom Bihn created his first bag when he was 10 years old. Since then, his company has worked to make and ship its American-made bags in an environmentally friendly and energy efficient way.

]]>Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMTWhat's new from UPS in 2013http://compass.ups.com/new-from-ups-in-2013/Technology enhancements and brand-new services in 2013 make your job easier.

]]>Wed, 02 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMTDon’t let processing errors slow down your shipmentshttp://compass.ups.com/do-not-let-processing-errors-slow-down-your-shipments/Take a cue from Save-A-Load. UPS technology has saved the company loads of time and money and made exporting easier.

]]>Wed, 02 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT7 must-know tips from successful entrepreneurshttp://compass.ups.com/7-tips-from-successful-entrepreneurs/Small business owners share hard-learned lessons from the trenches.

]]>Wed, 02 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMTHow to grow your online businesshttp://compass.ups.com/manufacturingonline/Think beyond putting your catalog online. Take a closer look at your front- and back-end processes.

]]>Wed, 02 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMTInside scoop: Why customers visit The UPS Storehttp://compass.ups.com/why-customers-visit-the-ups-store/Why do small business owners and consumers frequent their local one-stop shipping shop? We sent a reporter to find out.

]]>Wed, 02 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMTLights, camera, UPShttp://compass.ups.com/UPS-delivers-movie-premiere/Sigrid Bacher and Andreas Holzinger made sure a blockbuster movie has its premiere.

]]>Wed, 02 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT4 trends helping industrial manufacturers and distributorshttp://compass.ups.com/4-trends-manufacturers-are-leveraging/Successful companies must be savvy in today's marketplace. Here are four considerations.

]]>Wed, 02 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMTSmart upgrade: Download WorldShip 2013http://compass.ups.com/upgrade-to-worldship-2013/Save time, work smarter and even market your business.

]]>Wed, 02 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMTNever Ever Give Up: Supporting kids and families fighting cancerhttp://compass.ups.com/blog.aspx?id=6442451705&blogid=95George Willis, UPS vice president of operations, was at a charity golf tournament in California in 2011 when he met Jessie and Erik Rees.

]]>Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMTWater rescue: A UPS driver helps save liveshttp://compass.ups.com/article.aspx?id=6442451695April 29, 2011, wasn't just another day on route for Arizona Car Driver Mark Verlander.

]]>Sun, 02 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT6 common blunders small businesses should avoidhttp://compass.ups.com/6-common-blunders-to-avoid/Successful UPS customers share mistakes they made along the way – and how they recovered.

]]>Sun, 02 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT7 questions and answers: Tapping international marketshttp://compass.ups.com/7-answers-about-tapping-international-markets/Advice for small businesses on building loyal, worldwide customers.

]]>Sun, 02 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMTMake shipping on a Mac platform easyhttp://compass.ups.com/make-shipping-on-a-Mac-easy/Software gives Apple-based businesses all the power of WorldShip. Try it for free today.

]]>Sun, 02 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMTUPS recognized among top global brandshttp://compass.ups.com/UPS-recognized-among-top-global-brands/Sustainability and consumer services enhance reputation.

]]>Tue, 20 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMTTrucking through the stormhttp://compass.ups.com/blog.aspx?id=6442451615&blogid=95I have had the good fortune to work at UPS for more than 24 years, and over the course of my career I've seen our company do some pretty amazing things.

]]>Fri, 09 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMTAn engineering firm puts UPS to work to save thousands of dollars a yearhttp://compass.ups.com/streamlined-shipping-can-add-to-your-bottom-line/The Louis Berger Group has 3,000 employees in 35 countries, which creates complex shipping and accounting challenges. UPS technology solutions add money to its bottom line.

]]>Fri, 02 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMTHow do you achieve 3,000 percent growth? Ask Southern Tidehttp://compass.ups.com/how-to-achieve-3000-percent-growth-like-southern-tide/The company rose to No. 73 on the Inc. 500. Discover the role shipping played in that astronomical success.

]]>Fri, 02 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT7 tips for turning your online shopping cart into a surefire moneymakerhttp://compass.ups.com/turn-your-online-shopping-cart-into-a-moneymaker/Study reveals why many consumers abandon online purchasing – and offers solutions.

]]>Fri, 02 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMTAnd the winning UPS drivers are…http://compass.ups.com/ups-drivers-praised-for-making-a-difference/Reader responses highlight unique value of UPS drivers.

]]>Fri, 02 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT5 ways: Transform your returns policy for business successhttp://compass.ups.com/transform-your-returns-policy-for-success/Here’s how to develop an effective, customer-friendly process.

]]>Fri, 02 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT3 compelling reasons to start using My UPS todayhttp://compass.ups.com/three-reasons-to-use-My-UPS/Now this Web page with tools for major shipping functions is easy to personalize to your needs. Find out how.

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