Sunday, March 27, 2011
The UPS Store Honors Unsung Heroes of College Basketball
San Diego, March 14, 2011
NCAA Basketball Team Managers Featured in Social Video Contest
The UPS Store® today tipped off its Print Madness promotion in celebration of NCAA® March Madness®, featuring Facebook-hosted video contest recognizing the unsung logistics heroes of college basketball as well as a month-long special on color copies.
Taking center court of Print Madness are the unsung heroes of the NCAA - the team managers who handle the logistics of making their teams great. The UPS Store is paying tribute to the young men and women in its "Masters of Logistics" team manager contest.
Through April 15, the videos of five managers representing four universities will be posted on The UPS Store Corp Facebook page. The public can vote for their favorite team manager story by "liking" the video on Facebook. The school represented in the video that receives the most "likes" will receive a $10,000 scholarship in the team manager's name to the university's general scholarship fund.
The finalists are: Sarah Helfer and Pat Thompson, Duke University; Leslie Johnson, Elon University; Adam Gierlach, Rice University, and Adam Satz, Seton Hall University.
Each of these five students is inspirational in one way or the other, from overcoming obstacles to demonstrating the true essence of teamwork and friendship.
"We often hear about the coaches and the star players but rarely do we hear about the team managers," said Michelle Van Slyke, who oversees marketing for The UPS Store network. "These team managers all have a tale to tell and we are happy to help them tell it. Logistics brings everything together. Adam G., Leslie, Sarah, Pat and Adam S. are the glue that holds their respective basketball team together."
In addition, through April 15, participating The UPS Store locations are offering basketball fans, small-business owners and general consumers four color copies for $1, or just $0.25 each.
"Everyone knows us for our packing and shipping services," said Stuart Mathis, president of Mail Boxes Etc., Inc. (MBE), franchisor of The UPS Store. "Print Madness allows our franchisees to showcase their full-service printing and document services capabilities during the excitement of March Madness."
The UPS Storenetwork's professional printing services include: color and black-and white prints; binding; lamination; finishing, and folding. Customers can select from a variety of print products, including presentations, flyers and brochures, business cards, menus and more. In addition, participating locations offer online printing and wide-format printing.
For more information on The UPS Store or to find a location near you, please visit www.theupsstore.com/logistics.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
2011 Rate Change Information
The published rates for our services have increased, however, the value we offer through our innovative products and logistics know-how can help you be more competitive, serve your customers better, and grow your business.
Package
UPS Ground services has increased a net 4.9% through a combination of a 5.9% increase in rates and a 1% reduction in the UPS Ground services fuel surcharge.
UPS Air and International services has increased a net 4.9% through a combination of a 6.9% increase in rates and a 2% reduction in the UPS Air and International services fuel surcharge.
Dimensional Weight Calculation Change
Beginning January 3, 2011, the divisor used to calculate dimensional weight has changed.
U.S. Domestic UPS Air services has changed from 194 to 166.
U.S. Domestic UPS Ground services has changed from 194 to 166 (applies to packages 3 cubic feet or larger in size).
Export services from the U.S. (all services) has changed from 166 to 139.
UPS Standard to Canada has changed from 166 to 139 (applies to packages 3 cubic feet or larger in size).
Import to the U.S. from Canada and Virgin Islands has changed from 166 to 139.
Dimensional weight for international multiple package shipments is based on the greater of the actual weight or dimensional weight of each package in the shipment.
Learn about UPS services that may help with the effect of the Dimensional Weight Divisor change:
Package
UPS Ground services has increased a net 4.9% through a combination of a 5.9% increase in rates and a 1% reduction in the UPS Ground services fuel surcharge.
UPS Air and International services has increased a net 4.9% through a combination of a 6.9% increase in rates and a 2% reduction in the UPS Air and International services fuel surcharge.
Dimensional Weight Calculation Change
Beginning January 3, 2011, the divisor used to calculate dimensional weight has changed.
U.S. Domestic UPS Air services has changed from 194 to 166.
U.S. Domestic UPS Ground services has changed from 194 to 166 (applies to packages 3 cubic feet or larger in size).
Export services from the U.S. (all services) has changed from 166 to 139.
UPS Standard to Canada has changed from 166 to 139 (applies to packages 3 cubic feet or larger in size).
Import to the U.S. from Canada and Virgin Islands has changed from 166 to 139.
Dimensional weight for international multiple package shipments is based on the greater of the actual weight or dimensional weight of each package in the shipment.
Learn about UPS services that may help with the effect of the Dimensional Weight Divisor change:
Saturday, February 19, 2011
The UPS Store Lines Up $22.5 Million for Franchisee Lending Program
Press Release
Las Vegas, February 14, 2011
The UPS Store®, (NYSE: UPS) the world's largest retail system of shipping, postal, print, document and business services, today announced a collaboration with a franchisee lending program created by Franchise America Finance™(FAF) and The Bancorp Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: TBBK).
The first franchise network in its category to receive funding through FAF and The Bancorp Bank, The UPS Store network has $15 million available for franchisees through this program for the development of new locations as well as an additional $7.5 million for the transfer of current centers to new owners.
"This collaboration creates a national funding source for franchisees and candidates," said Stuart Mathis, president of Mail Boxes Etc., Inc. (MBE), franchisor of The UPS Store. "By providing prospective small-business owners access to start-up capital, we are able to expand our network while creating jobs in communities across the country."
This announcement comes as franchised brands from around the world gather at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas for the International Franchise Association 51st Annual Convention.
Speaking on behalf of The Bancorp Bank, Arthur M. Birenbaum, executive vice president of commercial lending said, "Our national effort offers the smoothest, most time-sensitive loan approval process available today. This access to capitalization will enable qualified franchisees to build their business, their industry and an employment base to create jobs."
FAF, The Bancorp Bank and MBE worked together to create the qualifications prospective franchisees must meet to gain access to this pool of money.
"We are thrilled to have The UPS Store network as a member of our franchise lending program. The FAF program provides custom lending solutions for franchisees in excellent franchise systems," said Ronald Feldman, CEO of Franchise America Finance. "Since the inception of the program in April 2010, we have allocated more than $200 million for franchisee financing for our member franchise systems."
In 2011, Entrepreneur magazine's annual "Franchise 500," a ranking of franchise opportunities based on factors such as financial strength, growth rate and size, rated The UPS Store franchise opportunity #1 in the postal and business services category for the 21st consecutive year.* Additionally, for the second year in a row, City Business Journals Network ranked The UPS Store network as the top retail brand in its 2010 American Brand Excellence Awards.
Franchise America Finance, LLC (FAF) was formed by a group of franchising professionals to address the void in the capital markets for franchising. FAF can provide senior and subordinated debt, mezzanine financing, and equity for franchisors and franchisees. Franchisors interested in participating in this program should contact: Ronald Feldman or Nate Greenberg at 610-668-9780.
The Bancorp, Inc. is a bank holding company that operates The Bancorp Bank, an FDIC-insured commercial bank that delivers a full array of financial services and products both directly and through private-label affinity programs nationwide. These programs enable members, employees and customers of Bancorp and its affinity clients to access customized online-banking services. To learn more, please visit www.thebancorp.com.
The Government Guaranteed Lending division of The Bancorp Bank specializes in business loans and franchisee financing through programs available from the U.S. Small Business Administration and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. It focuses on government-guaranteed lending and has more than 50 years of combined experience in the field.
About The UPS Store With more than 4,700 locations, The UPS Store and Mail Boxes Etc. network comprises the world's largest franchise system of retail shipping, postal, print and business service centers throughout the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada. In the United States and Puerto Rico, The UPS Store and Mail Boxes Etc. locations are independently owned and operated by licensed franchisees of Mail Boxes Etc., Inc., a UPS subsidiary. In Canada, locations are independently owned and operated by licensed franchisees of master licensee MBEC Communications, L.P. For additional information, visit www.theupsstore.com or www.mbe.com.
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Las Vegas, February 14, 2011
The UPS Store®, (NYSE: UPS) the world's largest retail system of shipping, postal, print, document and business services, today announced a collaboration with a franchisee lending program created by Franchise America Finance™(FAF) and The Bancorp Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: TBBK).
The first franchise network in its category to receive funding through FAF and The Bancorp Bank, The UPS Store network has $15 million available for franchisees through this program for the development of new locations as well as an additional $7.5 million for the transfer of current centers to new owners.
"This collaboration creates a national funding source for franchisees and candidates," said Stuart Mathis, president of Mail Boxes Etc., Inc. (MBE), franchisor of The UPS Store. "By providing prospective small-business owners access to start-up capital, we are able to expand our network while creating jobs in communities across the country."
This announcement comes as franchised brands from around the world gather at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas for the International Franchise Association 51st Annual Convention.
Speaking on behalf of The Bancorp Bank, Arthur M. Birenbaum, executive vice president of commercial lending said, "Our national effort offers the smoothest, most time-sensitive loan approval process available today. This access to capitalization will enable qualified franchisees to build their business, their industry and an employment base to create jobs."
FAF, The Bancorp Bank and MBE worked together to create the qualifications prospective franchisees must meet to gain access to this pool of money.
"We are thrilled to have The UPS Store network as a member of our franchise lending program. The FAF program provides custom lending solutions for franchisees in excellent franchise systems," said Ronald Feldman, CEO of Franchise America Finance. "Since the inception of the program in April 2010, we have allocated more than $200 million for franchisee financing for our member franchise systems."
In 2011, Entrepreneur magazine's annual "Franchise 500," a ranking of franchise opportunities based on factors such as financial strength, growth rate and size, rated The UPS Store franchise opportunity #1 in the postal and business services category for the 21st consecutive year.* Additionally, for the second year in a row, City Business Journals Network ranked The UPS Store network as the top retail brand in its 2010 American Brand Excellence Awards.
Franchise America Finance, LLC (FAF) was formed by a group of franchising professionals to address the void in the capital markets for franchising. FAF can provide senior and subordinated debt, mezzanine financing, and equity for franchisors and franchisees. Franchisors interested in participating in this program should contact: Ronald Feldman or Nate Greenberg at 610-668-9780.
The Bancorp, Inc. is a bank holding company that operates The Bancorp Bank, an FDIC-insured commercial bank that delivers a full array of financial services and products both directly and through private-label affinity programs nationwide. These programs enable members, employees and customers of Bancorp and its affinity clients to access customized online-banking services. To learn more, please visit www.thebancorp.com.
The Government Guaranteed Lending division of The Bancorp Bank specializes in business loans and franchisee financing through programs available from the U.S. Small Business Administration and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. It focuses on government-guaranteed lending and has more than 50 years of combined experience in the field.
About The UPS Store With more than 4,700 locations, The UPS Store and Mail Boxes Etc. network comprises the world's largest franchise system of retail shipping, postal, print and business service centers throughout the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada. In the United States and Puerto Rico, The UPS Store and Mail Boxes Etc. locations are independently owned and operated by licensed franchisees of Mail Boxes Etc., Inc., a UPS subsidiary. In Canada, locations are independently owned and operated by licensed franchisees of master licensee MBEC Communications, L.P. For additional information, visit www.theupsstore.com or www.mbe.com.
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Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Winter Weather Advisory for Southeastern U.S. Service Update
Severe winter weather in the southeastern United States is affecting UPS operations as many roads throughout the region are treacherous or impassable. With safety as our first priority, we are deploying contingency plans wherever possible to minimize the impact to service.
Due to the weather, there will be no pickup, delivery or on-call pickup service today in the Zip Codes listed below. The UPS package guarantee does not apply when transportation networks are disrupted.
To track your shipments: The UPS Store 4988
North Carolina 27013-28909
South Carolina 29001-29899
Tennessee 37302-37880
Due to the weather, there will be no pickup, delivery or on-call pickup service today in the Zip Codes listed below. The UPS package guarantee does not apply when transportation networks are disrupted.
To track your shipments: The UPS Store 4988
North Carolina 27013-28909
South Carolina 29001-29899
Tennessee 37302-37880
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Safely Packing Batteries Is Critical
Service Update
It is important to be aware of proper shipping processes when shipping batteries, as improperly packaged batteries can short-circuit, overheat, and catch fire while in transportation.
If you ship packages containing batteries, whether by ground or air, it is your responsibility to make sure they are packaged correctly and ensure they comply with all applicable regulations.
There are many types of batteries, including lithium (e.g. computer and cell phone batteries); dry cell (e.g. AA, C, D batteries); and lead-acid (e.g. for cars or wheelchairs). Each type has varying levels of regulatory requirements and packaging needs, and several types must be documented as hazardous materials when shipped.
Please assess your current shipping operation to make sure you are following safe battery packing procedures.
To help reduce the risk of battery-related incidents, follow these guidelines for preparing a package containing batteries:
* For loose batteries, cover the battery terminals (or leads) with an insulating cap or electrical tape, if the battery is not already contained in protective packaging.
* Ensure there is adequate internal protection to keep batteries from contacting metal or other batteries by wrapping them individually, either with bubble sheeting or plastic bags.
* Do not ship damaged, defective, or recalled batteries by air, as such shipments are prohibited by federal regulation. Also, UPS does not accept air shipments of recycled batteries.
* For battery-operated tools, laptops, or other appliances, provide effective protection for the switches to make sure they will not turn on accidentally during transportation.
* Lead-acid batteries contain highly corrosive liquids, making these batteries subject to U.S. and international shipping regulations. UPS hazardous materials restrictions may also apply.
* Package batteries securely to keep them from shifting, being crushed, or otherwise damaged while in transportation.
We appreciate your help in making sure your packages are safe for transport.
It is important to be aware of proper shipping processes when shipping batteries, as improperly packaged batteries can short-circuit, overheat, and catch fire while in transportation.
If you ship packages containing batteries, whether by ground or air, it is your responsibility to make sure they are packaged correctly and ensure they comply with all applicable regulations.
There are many types of batteries, including lithium (e.g. computer and cell phone batteries); dry cell (e.g. AA, C, D batteries); and lead-acid (e.g. for cars or wheelchairs). Each type has varying levels of regulatory requirements and packaging needs, and several types must be documented as hazardous materials when shipped.
Please assess your current shipping operation to make sure you are following safe battery packing procedures.
To help reduce the risk of battery-related incidents, follow these guidelines for preparing a package containing batteries:
* For loose batteries, cover the battery terminals (or leads) with an insulating cap or electrical tape, if the battery is not already contained in protective packaging.
* Ensure there is adequate internal protection to keep batteries from contacting metal or other batteries by wrapping them individually, either with bubble sheeting or plastic bags.
* Do not ship damaged, defective, or recalled batteries by air, as such shipments are prohibited by federal regulation. Also, UPS does not accept air shipments of recycled batteries.
* For battery-operated tools, laptops, or other appliances, provide effective protection for the switches to make sure they will not turn on accidentally during transportation.
* Lead-acid batteries contain highly corrosive liquids, making these batteries subject to U.S. and international shipping regulations. UPS hazardous materials restrictions may also apply.
* Package batteries securely to keep them from shifting, being crushed, or otherwise damaged while in transportation.
We appreciate your help in making sure your packages are safe for transport.
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Photo ID Requirement for UPS services
On December 7, UPS made the following announcement:
The safety and security of our customers, business partners and employees is of utmost concern. Our approach is a multi-layered approach to security, implementing additional security precautions to protect people, shipments or our facilities.
As a result, UPS is enhancing security measures around shipments that originate at retail shipping locations worldwide.
Effective December 7, 2010, consumers who originate and tender a shipment to any retail shipping location will be required to show a government-issued photo ID as a form of identification. The photo must match the person tendering the shipment.
This procedure is already in place in some UPS locations and is being expanded to include all retail shipping locations worldwide, including Mail Boxes Etc. and The UPS Store locations.
Customers who have already prepared a shipping label, for example through their business or personal UPS account, are not currently required to present an ID.
If sufficient verification of identity is not obtained at the retail shipping location, customers will not be allowed to ship via UPS services. Acceptable forms of ID include:
As always we thank you for your business and for helping to enhance safety.
The safety and security of our customers, business partners and employees is of utmost concern. Our approach is a multi-layered approach to security, implementing additional security precautions to protect people, shipments or our facilities.
As a result, UPS is enhancing security measures around shipments that originate at retail shipping locations worldwide.
Effective December 7, 2010, consumers who originate and tender a shipment to any retail shipping location will be required to show a government-issued photo ID as a form of identification. The photo must match the person tendering the shipment.
This procedure is already in place in some UPS locations and is being expanded to include all retail shipping locations worldwide, including Mail Boxes Etc. and The UPS Store locations.
Customers who have already prepared a shipping label, for example through their business or personal UPS account, are not currently required to present an ID.
If sufficient verification of identity is not obtained at the retail shipping location, customers will not be allowed to ship via UPS services. Acceptable forms of ID include:
- State-issued driver’s license or Department of Motor Vehicles ID
- U.S. or foreign government-issued passport
- U.S. Permanent Resident Card or “Green Card”
- U.S. military ID
- Native American Tribal Photo ID
As always we thank you for your business and for helping to enhance safety.
Monday, December 6, 2010
UPS Store #4988: Handle the Logistics of the Holidays
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Hiram Andrades
The UPS Store 4988
703.367.8955
The UPS Store helps Customers handle
the logistics of the holidays
MANASSAS/MANASSAS PARK, VA December 6, 2010 – This time of year, customers have a ton on their plates, and we don’t mean delicious turkey and stuffing. The experts at Hiram Andrades’ The UPS Store ® located at Signal Hill Shopping Center, 9532 Liberia Avenue, Manassas, VA 20110 or online: www.theupsstorelocal.com/4988 can ease holiday stress by helping with customers’ holiday logistics.
“Customers are busy running from point A to point B making all the necessary preparations for the holidays,” said The UPS Store franchisee Hiram Andrades. “Whether it’s packing and shipping gifts to loved ones, shipping luggage ahead to grandma’s house, opening a mailbox to receive all those online orders, or printing the family’s holiday newsletter, we’re a one-stop shop that can handle many of our customers’ holiday logistics.”
Andrades and his team offer professional packing and shipping of your gifts so they arrive safe and sound. For the die-hard DIYers, [Andrades and his staff offer customers the following tips to pack like a pro:
- Begin with the proper materials, including: a new cardboard box designed for shipping (no gift boxes); professional-grade packaging tape (no cellophane, masking or duct tape); and packaging material like foam peanuts or bubble cushioning (no newspapers or real popcorn).
l Include a label inside the package with both the destination and return addresses.
l Use a shipping option, like UPS , that provides a package-tracking number.
l Take batteries out of toys, electronics, etc. before shipping.
l Ship wrapped gifts ahead to your destination, especially if traveling by air.
“It’s also important to use the right size box,” Andrades said. “You want to leave at least two inches between your gifts and the walls of the box and fill the space with adequate packaging materials.”
“Of course, if you’re in doubt, it’s always good to turn to the professionals. That’s why we’re here,” [insert franchisee last name] said. “Our assistance is particularly important if you’re shipping fragile or unusually shaped items.”
The UPS Store also offers the Pack & Ship Promise, which reimburses customers the cost of packaging materials and service as well as shipping costs in the event a center-packed item shipped via UPS is lost or damaged (subject to the lesser of actual value, replacement or repair cost).] More information is available at www.theupsstorelocal.com/4988.
In addition, with only 20 shipping days between Thanksgiving and Christmas, good timing is critical. Mondays are typically the busiest shipping days and Dec. 13-17 is expected to be the busiest week of the year.
“But procrastinators need not fear. You can ship as late as Dec. 23 for delivery on Dec. 24,” Andrades said.
Customers also have an opportunity to help the environment this holiday season.
“Don’t hassle with trying to figure out what to do with all of those pesky packaging peanuts,” Andrades said. “Bring them to us. We accept clean packaging peanuts for reuse.”
The UPS Store carries a full array of shipping supplies. They also can assist with printing holiday newsletters, programs and invitations. You can even have more time to shop by getting a mailbox at The UPS Store , where holiday helpers can accept all of your online and catalog orders from any carrier and notify you via e-mail or text when you have a package waiting.
About The UPS Store
With more than 4,300 locations in the U.S. The UPS Store network comprises the nation’s largest system of retail shipping, postal, printing and business service centers. The UPS Store locations in the U.S. UPS subsidiary. For additional information, please visit www.theupsstorelocal.com/4988.
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