World Options in Ipswich, Queensland | Packaging supplies and service centre

World Options

Locality: Ipswich, Queensland

Phone: +61 499 914 177

Address: Japonica Court 4305 Ipswich, QLD, Australia

Website: http://worldoptionsaustralia.com.au

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25.01.2022 Many factors can contribute to the damage of goods in transit. The main contributors to a damaged parcel? Shock, vibration, compression, extreme climate conditions and altitude. These five elements can impact how a package will end up from A to B if it isn't packaged well. How can you avoid this? Here are four recommendations to help you avoid any damage during transit. 1. Use a corrugated box that is suitable for the items being shipped. ... 2. Surround each item by at least 5cm of cushioning. They should be at least 5 cm away from the walls of the box. 3. Secure your package with pressure-sensitive plastic or nylon-reinforced filament tape. It should be at least 5cm or more in width. 4. Use proper labelling. Our World Options labels include bar codes and routing codes used to ensure accurate routing for the prompt delivery of your shipments.

24.01.2022 As many businesses are moving their business on line, I thought I would share with your our four tips to avoid damage to your goods while in transit. It also gives you an insight into how parcels move through the small parcel transport system. Irrespective of which transportation system you use your parcel will be subject to various hazards

24.01.2022 "There's more to say after R U OK?" Check-in with your loved ones and friends today and start a conversation. It's a tough question to ask but it could change someone's life. #RUOK

24.01.2022 Today we have been informed from one of our Service Providers stating that the South Australian border will be closing as of midnight tonight. At this stage it will be closed for 6 days with the option of closing for an additional 8 days. They have requested that we do not place any bookings to SA as they will not be collecting any consignments. Any non-essential freight will not be collected as they do not have the capacity to store this freight. ... The supplier was advised that medical equipment and food is the only product that will cross the border and will be accepted into SA. We have written to all of our suppliers requesting an update and at the time of posting we had not received any information. I would venture to suggest similar responses may come our way.

23.01.2022 It's Friday, which means it's Quiz Time! Join in the fun! Can you guess what Smartphone App was used the most by Australians in 2020? Get guessing! The answer will be posted at 5:00pm today on our page.

23.01.2022 Did you guess the correct answer to today's quiz? It was C: Black Friday/Cyber Monday. This week experienced strong growth of 28.7% YOY and was the biggest online shopping week in Australian history. Thank you for playing. Tune in next Friday for our next quiz.

23.01.2022 Following is a snapshot of the current affairs both locally and internationally. Australian Impact The reduction of import volumes is expected to continue for another two to three months at least, as production and export of goods from major trading partners in Europe and North America continues to stagnate. Air Cargo... As lock-downs begin to lift there will be a clamour for collection of export cargoes. Delays should be expected at this time. Airlines have suffered significant stress during the periods of lockdown. Many airlines are beginning to ramp up their cargo schedules in a bid to generate enough cash-flow to sustain operations. If you have any urgent cargo to move from China via air cargo please contact us. Sea Cargo As lock-downs begin to lift there will be a clamour for collection of export cargoes and empty equipment. Delays should be anticipated at this time.By way of example Vessels sailing from China to Australia after 1st February 2020 will not be allowed to enter port within a 14-day window of last being in China. This means for voyages taking 12 days, the vessel will have to anchor offshore for 2 days before being permitted to berth. Export Cargo The change in supply and demand of shipping services has seen some shipping lines implement a Peak Season Surcharge for cargo moving from Australia to most regions (except USA and Europe).

22.01.2022 Are you looking to Export? The Federal Govt has introduced reforms to the Export Marketing Development Grant (EMDG) program. The reforms include cutting red tape, increasing awareness of the scheme, and giving exporters more funding certainty. The reoriented EMDG program, multi-year grants will be available for eligible SMEs at three stages of their export journey:... Eligible SMEs who are new to export will be able to access grants totalling up to $80,000 over two years. For eligible exporters who plan to expand their presence in current markets or enter new markets, grants totalling up to $240,000 over three years will be available. Finally, those exporters who continue to expand into new markets will be able to access further grants totalling up to $450,000 over three years. To be eligible for the EMDG program, SMEs will need to be export-ready and have a turnover of less than $20 million. For more information goto: https://www.austrade.gov.au/Austral//Export-Grants/review #worldoptions #exporting #manufacturing #expansion

22.01.2022 This like a great opportunity to bag a gift or two for Xmas.

22.01.2022 According to the 2019 Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise report, small businesses made up almost 98% of all Australian businesses. Many small businesses have been greatly affected by the pandemic and have also affected the many people that work for a small business. This Christmas, support a small business. I know it's easy to find the gifts you need or want at a large retailer. But, you never know what treasures you might find from a local small business. Are you going to support small businesses this Christmas?

22.01.2022 Each day brings new opportunities. I have always been of the firm belief that sharing what you can do to help other people out can reap rewards in the long run. When communicating don't just communicate to make the sale communicate in way that you are truly trying to help some-one out of their predicament. Thanks Jon

22.01.2022 With Covid-19 placing increasing limitations on F2F contact, moving your business or as much of it as you can on-line will be a challenge. I came across this little starter fact sheet produced by the Tasmanian Government which I thought would be a good conversation piece for new entrants to the e-commerce market

21.01.2022 For a few weeks now I have been posting my usual Friday Quiz. They are designed not only to provide a little light entertainment at the end of a hard week but to help educate a wider audience on various aspects of consumer trends and behaviours. What do you think, I would realy appreciate it if you would jump onto my page and like it as well. World Options - Australia

19.01.2022 Are your in front of the 50% of Aussies looking for businesses online! More than 49% of Aussies are likely supporting local businesses during this global pandemic (Rakuten Advertising) If you are promoting yourself as uniquely Australian you are more likely to win over the online shopper whereas those that seek bargains and lower prices generally shop internationally.... A recent survey across Asia-Pacific region reported 73% of Australians want brands to communicate with compassion and empathy. The same survey indicated that shoppers were less impacted by the offer of vouchers and promotions but were more interested in brands that reach out through the right marketing messages, channels and partners. Interestingly Australians do not rely on social media to discover new brands and content creators are not an important decision-making factor with only 8% of Australians finding new brands through bloggers and influencers. Additionally, 31 per cent of Australians are more likely to choose email as the preferred channel to engage with brands, which is relatively high as compared to the rest of Asia-Pacific. They also like to use search engines to find new retailers. Thanks to small business connections (SBS Online) for this insightful information.

19.01.2022 A further update re our South Australia Covid19 Lockdown All our other carriers are pushing on with business as usual as best they can. They have advised delays, especially with interstate freight, however they will push on as best they can. TNT has advised however, that all TNT freight will be delivered to their Adelaide depots but no further than that during the 6 days of lockdown (other than food, medical, and other essentials). ... There may be some deliveries/collections to/from industry that is allowed to open but that will depend on whether these industries will accept deliveries. TNT’s recommendation is not to send anything into SA until there is an easing of the current lock down.

19.01.2022 This month is Crime Prevention Month. It's important that we raise awareness about the various crimes that affect our communities. The pandemic has lead to a surge in online shopping which has also increased the chance for opportunistic thieves to steal parcels left in the open. This month, let's take "A Bite Out Of Crime".

19.01.2022 The answer to today's quiz? It was C: Discounts, followed by give-aways, product information, tips/advice and entertainment. Did you guess it correctly? Stay tuned for our next quiz next Friday.... #QuizTime

18.01.2022 Another Friday, another quiz! Can you guess why consumers shopped online during the peak of COVID-19 in Australia? The answer will be posted at 5:00pm today on this page. Get guessing!

17.01.2022 Creepy, Interesting, or overreaching: watching "The Social Dilemma" on Netflex. Its actually an eye opener. As a sometimes advertiser on FB user and a user of social media to promote my services I now have a better understanding of the implications. At least we as business owners don't have any intentions to undermind societal issues.

16.01.2022 This is why we do what we do. We love finding solutions for your courier and freight needs. Thank you Boutique Baby Designs for your kind words! It means a lot to us.

16.01.2022 Do you use influencers for your business? Why or why not?

16.01.2022 World Options - Your local courier marketplace - saving money on shipping costs

15.01.2022 Lets Face it... managing multiple shipping provider options, isnt where you want to spend your time. World Options where shipping is made simple can help you. https://www.worldoptionsaustralia.com.au/ #worldoptions #freight #courier #transportation

15.01.2022 If you had a robot in your business, what would you want it to do? Technology is always evolving and improving, making the possibility of having robots in your business very real. In 2018, Alibaba began using robots in its new state-of-the-art warehouse where 700 robots are working 24/7! The use of robots has brought significant time savings to its logistics operations. ... Are robots the future of online shopping?

15.01.2022 Hi come join me. Going live on BSB TV on Thursday to discuss 3 options you can take when shipping your goods for your business.

14.01.2022 How the majority of us are going to be after Black Friday

14.01.2022 Importing goods into Australia can be a great way to expand what you offer to your customers, especially if you cant find a local manufacturer. Its important to be aware of the challenges, regulations, costs and more that come with importing from overseas. Before you order your first container, read through our handy guide and get the knowledge you need to understand what importing involves. #Worldoptions #Importing #Freight #Courierservices

13.01.2022 Chinas Golden Week 2020 is just around the corner. The country-wide celebrations begin on October 1st and last through October 8th. During this national holiday, most of Chinas suppliers and logistics providers will be off, bringing most manufacturing and freight to a standstill if the goods were not yet picked up. While were still deep in Peak Season and gearing up for Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and holiday shopping we dont want your freight to come to a halt. ... To keep things moving, try to book any new shipments as soon as possible. If youve already booked shipments, no need to worry, theyll still be on their way, even during Golden Week.

13.01.2022 No matter the size of your shipping volume, we will have a solution for you. Inquire today.

13.01.2022 On this day, we remember the heroes that sacrificed their lives for our freedom. To honour the memory of those who suffered and died, dedicate one minute of silence at 11am on the 11th of November. Lest We Forget.

12.01.2022 Being thoughtful Thursday, I thought some good news might brighten your week, instead of the more depressing headline stores confronting us in the last few months. I woke this morning to find my inbox contained this headline story from Power Retail Pulse - RETAIL TURNOVER INCREASES 3.2 PERCENT, ONLINE SALES CONTINUE TO SOAR. This follows a 2.7 percent rise in June. Whilst we are still facing uncertain times, there are however glimmers of hope around the corner. There are op...portunities out there, consumer spending has remained buoyant and households are still spending. Household goods led the monthly rises, with an increase of four percent albeit in larger household items. Turnover in other areas such as clothing, footwear, and personal accessory retailing 7.1 percent. I experienced this rise in monthly turnover in July with a 3-fold increase in monthly B2B and B2C shipment of goods across Australia. While August was slightly down, it remains to be seen if the trend of larger volume in goods being shipped continues. Heres hoping we can all share in somewhat improved consumer spending. Over to you be positive, there is hope. @Worldoptionsaustralia See more

12.01.2022 This week is Queensland Mental Health Week. It's important that we shine a light on mental health and break down the stigma related to mental illness. Take the time to focus on your mental health and wellbeing. Tune in and be present with yourself and the world around you. #qldmentalhealthweek

12.01.2022 You guessed it. It's quiz time! Can you guess which time was the most popular for online purchases. Stay tuned for the answer at 5pm today.

11.01.2022 Did you guess it? The answer was A: Holiday/Travel/Accommodation, which was followed by Entertainment, Movies/T.V Shows and Clothing/Fashion. The ease of restrictions and the possibility to travel domestically might've contributed to the increase in searches.

11.01.2022 Save time doing things that matter to your business with our streamlined process. We're here to make things easier and quicker for you. Thank you Sirk Industries PTY LTD for your kind words.

11.01.2022 A little left field. Did you know that October 1st is National Black Dog Day! It’s a day to get the word out and encourage people to adopt black dogs, who often get left behind in shelters just because of the color of their fur. Black Dog Syndrome is a phenomenon where black dogs are passed over for adoption in favor of lighter-colored animals. Black dogs are more likely to be euthanized in shelters regardless of their breed. Some say it’s because they look scary or angry, ...or you can’t read their expressions as easily, or they don’t look as good in photos. Some say that their black fur hides their distinct personalities. Help break stereotypes and spread the truth on National Black Dog Day, October 1st. These dogs deserve homes just as much as dogs of any other color! See the link fir ten reasons why you should adopt a black dog.https://www.google.com//29385-national-black-dog-day-o/amp

11.01.2022 You know what time it is. It's quiz time. Here's an interesting one for you. What product or service was searched for the most online by Australians in July 2020? Can you guess what the answer is? The answer will be up at 5:00pm today.

11.01.2022 Introducing Quiz Time! We're posting a quiz every Friday. Join in! Let's have some fun on a Friday. Do you know the correct answer? Can you guess? This week's quiz: what device was used the most for online purchase in April 2020? ... Stay tuned for the answer at 5pm today!

10.01.2022 What was the answer to today's quiz? It was C: Point Cook, VIC 3030. You guys spent the most online compared to other Australian suburbs.

09.01.2022 Managing a number of shipping providers isn't easy. At World Options we make shipping easy. Fast reliable shipping using all the major courier companies

09.01.2022 Here is a short history of trade between 1986 and 2019 showing the world’s largest exporters over the last three decades, charted in less than three minutes. A not so surprising outcome. Prior to watching, take a moment to reflect on who out performs who and the reasons why?https://twitter.com/i/status/1320256933815791617

08.01.2022 The 2020 Peak Season for parcel delivery is fast approaching. Is your business ready? Most carriers have a cut off date in order to ensure parcel delivery by Christmas. With large numbers of consumers ordering online our advice would be to get your orders packaged and ready for collection well before any cut off dates. Don't leave it to the last minute.

07.01.2022 Fridays are for quizzes! Can you guess what consumers want from businesses or brands they follow? Come on! Fill in the blank. Answer will be posted at 5pm today. Join in!... #QuizTime

07.01.2022 The answer to todays quiz was E: Mid evening 7-10pm Did you get it right?

07.01.2022 It's Friday, which means it's Quiz Time! Let's have a bit of fun. This week's quiz: which Australian suburb spent the most online in 2019? Stay tuned for the answer at 5:00pm today.

07.01.2022 We are approaching the proposed cut-off dates to ship a parcel overseas for it to get to friends and/or loved ones in time for Christmas. Don't wait until it's too late. Send it early so that it arrives in time for Christmas. These are the proposed cut-off dates by one provider: INTERNATIONAL... To New Zealand Collect by 15 December To Canada Collect by 25 November To UK 11 December To USA 2 December To Rest Of World 2 December DOMESTIC (Australia) To/From (Domestic) Western Australia, Far North Queensland, Interstate Regional 3 December Domestic Capital City to Capital City 14 December Domestic Same State Regional 14 December Domestic Same City 17 December

06.01.2022 It's Friday, which means it's Quiz Time! Join in the fun! Can you guess what payment method was used the most by Australians in 2019? Get guessing! The answer will be posted at 5:00pm today on our page.

06.01.2022 What was the dominant online payment method? It was D: Paypal, accounting for 48.8% of online purchases. It was then followed by Credit Card (24.4%), Debit Card (15.5%) and Buy Now, Pay Later (6.7%). Thanks for playing. Tune into our next quiz next Friday!

05.01.2022 It's never too early to start preparing for Christmas before it begins to peak. What are you doing to get ahead of the busy Christmas period?

05.01.2022 Had a great discussion with Kevin Gammie yesterday about three options you have if you want to ship your products

05.01.2022 Whether you're home or not, how comfortable are you with your carrier leaving your parcel at the front door?

04.01.2022 The Smartphone APP most used during 2020 in Australia was F Personal Email by 17% of respondents - 54% of respondents used this APP on a daily basis. This was closely followed by Facebook (16% - 48% daily use) and Work Email (15% - 34% daily use). TikTok was least used at 3% with 7% use daily. Interestingly there was little change with 2019 results other than TikTok growing in popularity with daily use at +6%. Thanks for playing. Tune into our next quiz next Friday!

03.01.2022 Did you know that every 4 minutes another Australia is Diagnosed with cancer. Make a donation today and help fund life-saving cancer research. I have put together a small piece on the history of Daffodil Day and how we can play our part in raising much needed funds. #Cancer-council #DaffodilDay #TogetherWeCanDoThis #SaveALifeToday

03.01.2022 Austrade launches FTA Advantage for exporters Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Advantage is a new online platform that brings together a range of practical advice and resources to help Australian businesses access the benefits of Australia’s FTAs. It is designed to help new and experienced exporters navigate the FTA process, making sure Australian businesses make the most of all the benefits FTAs have to offer. Visit the FTA webpage for more information on FTA Advantage. https://www.austrade.gov.au/Austra//free-trade-agreements

03.01.2022 I have just listed my business on Brisbane Small Business. This group is truly amazing, I have been fortunate enough to get a number of leads either through members looking for a service or a recommendation from fellow members. https://www.facebook.com/groups/brisbanesmallbusiness/ #brisbanesmallbusiness

02.01.2022 Another Friday, another quiz! What do users want the most from influencers they follow on social media? Can you guess the correct answer? Join in the fun. As always, the answer will be posted at 5:00pm today.... #quiztime

02.01.2022 Since the enactment of a State of Disaster in Victoria, we have had further opportunities to discuss the Victorian Governments response and their likely impact on freight movements in and out of Victoria with our carriers. World Options provide additional information and advice concerning the likely impacts on your freight movements in the coming weeks and months ahead. Please feel free to make contact for further information. @worldoptionsaustralia

01.01.2022 Hi just listed my business on Brisbane's largest Small Business Network. Check it out. Love your work Kevin Gammie this is a great initiative. As you say if every member used the services of other members in the directory, our businesses would grow substantially. Local Business helping local business. #worldoptions #courier #brisbanesmallbusiness.

01.01.2022 The answer to today's quiz? It was D! Laptops were used the most to make online purchases in April this year.