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Shipping Seasonal Products: Timing and Strategy
Plan shipping for seasonal products and holiday items.
January 9, 20261 min read22 views
Seasonal Product Shipping
Time your shipping for seasonal success.
Seasonal Calendar
| Season | Key Dates |
|---|---|
| Spring | Easter, Mothers Day |
| Summer | Graduations, July 4th |
| Fall | Back to school, Halloween |
| Winter | Thanksgiving, Christmas |
Planning Timeline
| Before Season | Action |
|---|---|
| 3 months | Inventory planning |
| 2 months | Supply stocking |
| 1 month | Carrier capacity |
| 2 weeks | Pre-positioning |
Cost Fluctuations
| Period | Rate Impact |
|---|---|
| Off-peak | Baseline |
| Pre-holiday | +5-10% |
| Peak holiday | +10-20% |
| Post-holiday | Baseline |
Strategy by Product
| Product Type | Strategy |
|---|---|
| Decorations | Ship early |
| Gifts | Express options |
| Perishables | Time carefully |
| Heavy items | Avoid peak surcharges |
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