The Complete Cheat Sheet for USPS Shipping (Infographic) First Class? Standard Post? Parcel Select? Tracking? Insurance? This reference breaks it all down.

By Kathleen Davis

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Getting your products to your customers quickly and securely is a crucial element of your business operations. From what type of shipping method is the best and most affordable to what type of packaging materials and insurance you should select, the options can seem daunting.

The infographic below complied by ecommerce shipping site Endicia offers an overview of shipping with the United States Postal Service.

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The Complete Cheat Sheet for USPS Shipping (Infographic)

Kathleen Davis is the former associate editor at Entrepreneur.com.

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