Hannah Storrs
Hannah Storrs is a Sr. Content Strategist with a passion for making complex topics in e-commerce and logistics accessible and approachable. She develops insightful resources, helping businesses and individuals navigate the ever-evolving world of global trade. With a knack for clear and concise communication, Hannah empowers readers to make informed decisions with confidence. When she’s not writing about logistics, you can find her reading, gardening, or woodworking.
Posts by Hannah
Industry Benchmarks: Cross Border BFCM Review
Cross border BFCM 2025 unfolded within one of the most unpredictable trade environments in years. Many brands expected turbulence due to tariff adjustments, regulatory reform, the removal of de minimis thresholds in key markets, and rising scrutiny on cross border shipping. Instead of a downturn, the season delivered strong global performance. Shoppers remained active, but…
Improving International Shipping Times: A Guide for Online Sellers
Online sellers face the complex challenge of meeting customer expectations for rapid delivery times, even across international borders. For decision-makers at 3PLs and merchants, the stakes are high—slow shipping can erode customer satisfaction and impede repeat business. Customer expectations are the same as domestic, but it is extraordinarily difficult to achieve with cross borders and…
Cross Border Chronicle | November 2025
Checkout November 2025’s edition of the Cross Border Chronicle: PEAK PREPARATION 2025 US Outbound Holiday Shipping Deadlines Now Live Peak Season officially kicks off next week, and we know this time of year can feel intense. Especially with the evolving customs landscape and rising consumer expectations. Our team is here with you every step of…
2025 Holiday Shipping Deadlines for International Shipments
The holidays are right around the corner, signaling the start of the 2025 Peak Season. While this time of year brings global celebrations and record-breaking ecommerce demand, it also introduces a more complex shipping environment than merchants have seen in years. Carrier networks are tightening capacity, new tariff rules are taking effect across major markets,…
The state of global logistics in 2025: Strikes, restructuring, and shifting trade rules
Summary: Global logistics in 2025 is shaped by overlapping disruptions: strikes, carrier consolidation, and fast-changing tariffs. Customs enforcement is stricter than ever, with rising penalties and shrinking de minimis exemptions. Consumer demand is still strong but shifting toward emerging markets and resilient categories like Health & Wellness and Beauty. Merchants that diversify carriers, regionalize…
Understanding duty avoidance and duty recovery (duty drawback)
When you ship orders internationally, duties and taxes are paid when goods are imported into a destination country. But what happens if those goods are returned or re-exported? This article explains two key concepts that help reduce unnecessary costs in those situations: duty avoidance and duty recovery (also called duty drawback). Duty avoidance Duty avoidance…
How to return your Loop return using a FlavorCloud label
TL;DR: You can return your international order using a FlavorCloud return label provided through the Loop Returns portal. For now, returns must be dropped off at a FedEx Depot (not a pickup point or retail partner). The label will only be billed once it’s scanned, so if you don’t use it, you won’t be charged. …
Cross Border Chronicle | October 2025
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How AI is Revolutionizing Cross Border
Summary Artificial intelligence or AI is revolutionizing cross border logistics and what it means to operate globally. Once confined to predictive analytics or warehouse automation, AI now sits at the core of international logistics, transforming how data moves, how networks interact, and how merchants and partners manage complexity at scale. This isn’t about replacing human…
How Localized Market Pricing Drives Global Conversions
Tariffs aren’t going anywhere. With rising landed costs and growing scrutiny on cross-border shipments, many brands are left wondering how to stay competitive internationally without sacrificing margin. In April, after the U.S. imposed tariffs of up to 145% on Made in China goods, FlavorCloud data showed that goods with the Country of Origin China decreased…