The Watson Weekly - Your Essential eCommerce Digest

August 25th, 2025: Shipping Smackdown: Nate Skiver on the Parcel Industry's Biggest Myth


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Join Rick and special guest Nate Skiver, founder of LPF Spend Management, as they dive into a fiery discussion about the state of shipping in e-commerce. In this spicy wing-eating challenge, Nate debunks a major shipping myth and shares his expertise from over two decades in the retail and consulting world.

In this episode, we explore:

  • The biggest myth in shipping and why it's finally dying a slow death.
  • How the e-commerce market has changed, creating more options beyond the "big three" carriers.
  • The role of regional carriers and why more retailers are turning to them.
  • How shipping technology advancements are making multi-carrier shipping easier to manage.

Grab a glass of milk and get ready for a fast-paced, insightful conversation that will change the way you think about your shipping strategy!

Today's episode is sponsored by Mirakl.

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