There is an easier way for online shippers (like those that sell on Amazon) to print and place their shipping labels on their packages than cutting and taping them on.

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Have you ever thought to yourself, “There has to be an easier way to ship this!” The answer is usually, “Probably.” Thousands upon thousands of people ship products sold online every day. Some of them share their experiences online for others to read.

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There are many customizable programs that print packing slip and shipping labels.

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Why should you combine your packing slip and shipping labels?

Shipping label sheets (a combination packing slip and shipping label) can help you speed up your order fulfillment.

1. You can pick, pack, and ship all from one sheet.
2. Use just one sheet as a pick ticket, packing list, or invoice and a shipping label.
3. Increase your order accuracy and speed.

Peel Out!® Shipping Label Sheets Are Great For:

• Order fulfillment companies
• eTailers
• Parcel shippers
• Companies looking to save on shipping supplies

As mentioned in our post 6 Ways to Pick, Pack, and Ship?Faster!, here are 6 components of an effective shipping system:

• Well-Trained Staff

• Sufficient Product

• High Quality Shipping Supplies

• Flexible Carrier Pickup

• Systematic Procedures

• Smart Technology

What are the steps in shipping products sold online?

1.  Acknowledge order
2.  After charging credit card, provide receipt or paid invoice
3.  Create an effective Warehouse Pick Ticket:

• Order number
• Customer shipping information
• Item # or Part #
• Item description
• Quantity shipped; and
• Other internal information

4.  Create a shipping label, to include:

• Carrier issued barcode
• Shipping Method
• Return Address
• Customer shipping address
• Internal reference #

5.  Advise customer of tracking number and shipment method

6.  Use shipping label sheet (which combines packing list with shipping label)

7.  Attach shipping label to package (Make sure you have these 7 essential shipping supplies)

• Boxes
• Envelopes
• Shipping label sheets
• Packing slip sheets
• Packing tape
• Bubble wrap
• Packing peanuts

8.  Avoid these common shipping errors

• Old shipping address.
• Bad shipping address.
• Incorrect weight.
• Unreliable packaging material.
• Missing international paperwork.
• Barcode doesn’t scan.
• Shipped wrong product.
• Shipped wrong quantity.

How do you ship products you sell online?

Avoid these 8 Common Shipping Errors:

1. Old shipping address.  Verify your customer’s shipping address on every  order.  If not, it can cost you $10 or more per box by your carrier.  Worse, your package may not get delivered and will be returned to you.
2. Bad shipping address.  Use an automated address verification system (like ones offered by USPS, FedEx, and UPS).
3. Incorrect weight.  Weigh packages on a digital scale.  Keep in mind that some carriers round up the weight to the next pound.
4. Unreliable packaging material.  Use high quality shipping supplies including crush resistant boxes, sturdy tape, and shipping label sheets.
5. Missing international paperwork.  Complete the appropriate import/export documentation (ask your carrier).
6. Barcode doesn’t scan. Don’t cover your barcode label with tape and ensure your carrier can scan your labels printed with an inkjet printer or (ask your package pickup driver to test).
7. Shipped wrong product.  Process orders more efficiently by combining your packing list and shipping label on one sheet.
8. Shipped wrong quantity.  Have 2 people review the order before it’s completed.  This is a great way to catch the wrong product or the wrong quantity before it’s shipped.

With shipping label sheets, you print your packing slip or invoice on the same sheet as your shipping & return labels. We have over 27 layouts that are compatible with USPS® Click-N-Ship, UPS®, FedEx®, QuickBooks®, PayPal® as well as Amazon.com® and eBay®.

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Q:  I am looking for shipping labels for our FedEx boxes. I see you have a few different types. Which would go best with the FedEx.com website?

A:  The 2 main shipping label sheet layouts (print shipping labels and packing slip or pick ticket on the same sheet) that are compatible with FedEx shipping are the LS-U (one 7.5″ x 5-1/8″ label) and the LS-6x4BL (6×4″ label).  The LS-U has 1 perforation, so that the top portion can be used as a pick ticket or packing slip, and detached.  The LS-6X4BL also has 1 perforation, so that the top portion can be used as a pick ticket or packing slip, and detached.  In addition, the LS-6X4BL has an area to the right of the shipping label that can be used for marking internal notes.

Another option would be to print the labels 2up or have the entire sheet as the label and combine a packing slip on the bottom portion; both of these options would require special software.  If you want to print the labels 2up, you could use the LLS-8.5×5.5-2up.  The software we use in order fulfillment is Shiprush for FedEx Shippers.

Peel Out!® Shipping Label Sheets are products of Burris Computer Forms®.  They are not endorsed by, or affiliated with FEDEX®.  FEDEX is a trademark of FEDEX.  Shiprush is a product of Z-Firm LLC.

Which label do you use for FedEx shipping?

How do you get labels for FedEx shipping?

I am looking for shipping labels for our FedEx boxes. I see you have a few different types. Is there a type that is specifically supported by the FedEx.com website?

The 2 main labels that are compatible with FedEx shipping are the LS-U (one 7.5″ x 5-1/8″ label) and the LS-6x4BL (6×4″ label label).  The LS-U has 1 perforation, so that the top portion can be used as a pick ticket or packing slip, and detached.  The LS-6X4BL also has 1 perforation, so that the top portion can be used as a pick ticket or packing slip, and detached.  In addition, the LS-6X4BL has an area to the right of the shipping label that can be used for marking internal notes.

Another option would be to print the labels 2up or have the entire sheet as the label and combine a packing slip on the bottom portion; both of these options would require special software.  If you want to print the labels 2up, you could use the LLS-8.5×5.5-2up.  The software we use in order fulfillment is Shiprush for FedEx Shippers.

Peel Out!® Shipping Label Sheets are products of Burris Computer Forms®.  They are not endorsed by, or affiliated with FEDEX®.  FEDEX is a trademark of FEDEX.  Shiprush is a product of Z-Firm LLC.

Small packing list with label

Why should I print my own shipping label sheets?

Shipping label sheets speed up your order fulfillment:

• Pick, Pack and Ship from one sheet
• Use as a pick ticket, a packing list (or invoice), and shipping label.
• Helps perfect order accuracy.
• Fill orders faster.
• Improve customer service.

Advantages of the small packing list with label:

• 1/2 size of 8 1/2 ” x 11″ packing slip
• requires no folding when packing shipment
• Lower cost of order handling & shipping to get your supply. (1/2 weight of 8 1/2 ” x 11″ packing slip)

Description:

• packing slip and label on same sheet
• 8 1/4″ x 5-14/16″ sheet (approximately)
• one 2-6/16″ label (approximately)

Ideal for:

small packages

international shipping (size A5)

order fulfillment

contact lens orders

jewelry orders

CD’s – Music

CD’s – Software

Our small packing list with label is offered with special pricing through May 22.  Order today!

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Question: My company would like to start printing our packing list on the computer but I’m not sure which of your products would best fit our needs. We are using Microsoft Word 2002 and a laser printer.  We will need to be able to hand the customer a copy after they sign. What do you advise?

Any shipping label sheet would work. It’s easy to get started with a  shipping label sheet template for Microsoft Word. A popular label sheet form features a 2 1/2″ x 4″ label (in top right corner or bottom left corner). It fits the need for an address label perfectly, and you can perform a mail merge to print out several orders at once.

If you are using a printer with 2 trays or feeds to speed up order fulfillment, you can print 2 copies of the packing list:

a) one copy printed on a shipping label sheet

b) another copy printed on a sheet of plain paper

If your customer doesn’t need a signed copy, then you can either print out a second copy of the packing slip or simply make a copy for the customer. This last method would work best if the customer needs to have a copy with his signature.

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Label sheets are sheets with one or multiple labels, used for order fulfillment, shipping, mailing, and warehouse organization.

The following conditions are recommended for proper use and storage:

• 72 degrees F (+/- 5 degrees)
• 50% relative humidity (+/- 5%)
• Product should remain in original packaging until ready for use.

***We do not recommend duplex printing when using a laser printer.***

Also see:
My shipping label sheets aren’t feeding properly

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Are you storing your label sheets properly?

If you need to print order fulfillment documents along with internal paperwork to your warehouse, it is helpful to have a printer with 2 trays or feeds.  Typically, if a printer has multiple paper feeds, there is a “standard” and a “bypass” tray.  The standard tray will usually hold more sheets of paper.  While, the bypass is capable of handling heavier papers.

To process orders more efficiently, a shipping label sheet, where you have one sheet for the packing slip and shipping label, is usually sufficient. There are times, such as when you process international orders or need to print internal paperwork, when you need to print additional documents. Having your combination shipping label/packing slip in one tray and plain paper for your commercial invoices or other customs paperwork can make international shipping quite easy.

How do you speed up order fulfillment?

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