Rant: Delayed Shipping on Supply Order

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Discussion Overview

This thread discusses experiences related to delayed shipping on supply orders from the home office, with participants sharing their frustrations and observations about shipping times and methods.

Discussion Character

  • Opinion-based
  • Anecdotal
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant mentions placing a supply order on 11/2, which took two weeks to ship and expressed frustration over the delay.
  • Another participant shares their concern about a bridal shower apron order placed on a Sunday, which was still showing as picked and needed urgently.
  • Several users note that they have experienced quicker shipping times, with one participant receiving their order the day after it shipped.
  • One participant identifies that Smart Post shipping can lead to longer delivery times, especially for small items.
  • Another participant expresses annoyance over the long wait before their order was shipped, highlighting the inefficiency of the shipping method used.
  • Some participants discuss the perceived inefficiency of Smart Post compared to regular USPS, suggesting that it often takes longer.
  • One participant mentions that they have tracked Smart Post shipments that took unusual routes, leading to further delays.
  • Another participant shares their experience of waiting for orders while overseas, indicating that shipping times can be significantly longer in those cases.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the efficiency of Smart Post versus regular mail, with some participants expressing frustration over delays while others report satisfactory shipping experiences. No clear consensus emerges on the overall reliability of the shipping methods.

Contextual Notes

Participants are sharing personal experiences related to shipping times and methods for supply orders, with a focus on the impact of these delays on their business needs.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants who are experiencing similar shipping delays or are considering the implications of shipping methods on their supply orders may find this discussion relevant.

PamperedchefDaly
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What's going on with HO? I placed a supply order on 11/2. It had been showing "Picking" for the last week. It finally went out on 11/9--Smart Post--with delivery expected 11/17. That's TWO WEEKS from the time I submitted the supply order. I remember not that long ago I would place a supply order and practically have it by return mail. Anybody else having this problem?
 
YIKES! I placed one Sunday night for bridal shower aprons that I need on Sunday. It's still showing picked, and I'm getting nervous. (more so now after reading your post!) But I needed to wait until payday to order!
 
YIKES! I placed one Sunday night for bridal shower aprons that I need on Sunday. It's still showing picked, and I'm getting nervous. (more so now after reading your post!) But I needed to wait until payday to order!
 
I placed an order on the 2nd, it shipped on the 4th, and I had it on the 5th.
 
Wow! I placed a supply order over the weekend and is expected to be here tomorrow(11/11).
 
I would call about that. I too placed a supply order on the 3rd and received it very soon. Sounds like it may have been a small item, if they shipped it Smart Post it basically goes out regular mail which can take a while depending on where you are at from HO.
 
I also had to wait a long time when it was something small or lightweight. That's when they seem to use SmartPost.
 
Rec'vd notification overnight that it had shipped and will be here tomorrow. THAT'S what I'm used to and expect!! : )
 
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My biggest annoyance was that they sat on it for over a week before it even went out. It's a good thing I wasn't waiting desperately for my items.
 
I would be very annoyed too! They should ship out supply orders fast big or small. Most of time it's things that we need right away.
 
wadesgirl said:
I would call about that. I too placed a supply order on the 3rd and received it very soon. Sounds like it may have been a small item, if they shipped it Smart Post it basically goes out regular mail which can take a while depending on where you are at from HO.
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Wrong. It is not "regular mail". It is fedex snail and then to your local PO for delivery. "Smart" Post takes over a week to get here but regular mail (USPS) from Milwaukee (north of Chicago) takes all of 2 days.

...can you tell I am not liking this? It is evidently the cheapest way for HO but it is by far not even close to fast. I've even gotten media mail quicker.
 
BethCooks4U said:
Wrong. It is not "regular mail". It is fedex snail and then to your local PO for delivery. "Smart" Post takes over a week to get here but regular mail (USPS) from Milwaukee (north of Chicago) takes all of 2 days.

...can you tell I am not liking this? It is evidently the cheapest way for HO but it is by far not even close to fast. I've even gotten media mail quicker.
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I don't like it either. I've tracked smart post shipments that have traveled all over the country (like shipped to MI via TX???) before making it to me or to a customer. I've also had them lost for days where they couldn't be tracked.
 
Me too, I placed mine at the beginning of the month...thinking it would come in time for this weekend (vendor boutique). I hope it comes before saturday! :O It usually takes 6 days from HO to La Mesa.
 
You'd think it would be cheaper and more efficient (time-wise) to just send the stuff USPS, and forget the Smart Post stuff.
 
esavvymom said:
You'd think it would be cheaper and more efficient (time-wise) to just send the stuff USPS, and forget the Smart Post stuff.
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I'm sure fedex is giving HO a deal for going through them.

My stuff goes up to WI before coming here and often takes wierd routes. lol
 
Try the 4-8 week wait!!! That's what we get to do overseas. :(
 
I'm with ya - I placed an order on Nov 3, it didn't ship until Nov 9 and it's not expected for delivery until Nov 19th!!! SIXTEEN days!!?
 

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