How to Handle Returns in Cross-Border E-Commerce Without Losing Money
Selling across borders is a powerful way to grow your business—but managing returns? That’s where many e-commerce brands hit a wall. In the U.S.–Mexico corridor, cross-border returns can become a logistical nightmare: high shipping costs, customs complications, refund delays, and unhappy customers. But with the right partner, returns don’t have to cost you your profit—or […]
What Happens at the Border? A Day in the Life of a Cross-Border Shipment
For many businesses, moving freight across the U.S.–Mexico border feels like sending cargo into a black box: you know it leaves the warehouse, and you hope it clears customs, but the in-between is a mystery. At PCR, we believe transparency is key to building trust. That’s why we’re pulling back the curtain and walking you […]
Are You Overpaying? New 50% Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Require Strategic Documentation
As of June 4, 2025, the U.S. government implemented a 50% tariff on specific steel and aluminum products, under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act. This update represents a significant shift in trade enforcement, with major implications for importers throughout North America. What Are the Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum? The new rule increases […]
Cross-Dock entre México y Estados Unidos: La Clave para una Logística Ágil y Fronteriza
Cuando se trata de mover mercancía entre México y Estados Unidos, la eficiencia no es opcional: es una necesidad competitiva. Entre tiempos de espera en aduana, trámites regulatorios y diferencias operativas entre países, muchas empresas enfrentan cuellos de botella en la frontera. Ahí es donde entra el cross-dock binacional, una solución logística diseñada para agilizar […]
Reverse logistics: Managing returns and defective products
Reverse logistics, or the management of returns and defective products, has become an essential part of the supply chain in the era of e-commerce. It is the process of moving products from their final consumer destination back to the manufacturer or distribution center for repair or proper disposal. In this article, we will explore the […]