Packaging & Shipping Guide
When it Comes to Packaging, Awarding You Understands the Importance of Both Safe Shipping and "White Glove" Presentation.
Packaging Information
Awarding You offers a range of packaging options to elevate the award experience. From custom-designed boxes that showcase sophistication, to foam inserts that secure the awards during transit, every detail is carefully considered.
Additionally, we make sure each award or gift shipment includes a pair of white gloves, adding a touch of prestige and specialty care.
Special Care with All Award Packaging
Small award order shipments: Once your awards, plaques or gifts are packaged in their individual boxes, they will be packaged for shipment. Each award box is carefully bubble wrapped and placed in a larger box for shipment. The size of the shipment boxes depends on the size and number of smaller units being shipped.
Large award order shipments: Individual award packages are bubble wrapped and packaged in larger shipment boxes, and then palletized for shipment. This method adds an extra level of protection and ensures that the entire shipment will arrive together.
In the realm of employee recognition, a healthy award program becomes even more remarkable when supported by specialized packaging and logistics services. By partnering with a company that understands the intricacies of presentation and efficient delivery, companies can truly enhance their award programs.
Packaging FAQ
- What kinds of boxes do the awards come in?
On each product page, there is a tab called Packaging/Shipping where we highlight whether your award or gift choice comes with Standard or Premium Packaging. More information on Packaging is available in our How to Order section.
- Can I get a fancier presentation box?
In most cases, we can offer an upgraded presentation for your award or gift if you'd like one. Most upgraded packaging will inquire additional costs. Please let us know what your requirements are and we will provide options for your review.
- Do you gift wrap?
We offer many types of special packaging services: from special labeling, unique boxes, combined packaging, gift wrapping more. Please let us know what your requirements are and our team will provide ideas and options to meet your requirements.
- Do you offer Product Returns?
Awarding You is dedicated to your complete satisfaction with your order. If your award arrives damaged, or broken, or has a manufacturing defect, we will replace your items at no charge. Please check your shipment upon arrival and notify us within 48 hours of any issues.
- Engraved/personalized products, as well as custom made products are not re-salable and cannot be returned or exchanged.
- Bulk purchases and program orders are special manufacturing runs, and cannot be returned for credit.
- Non-personalized items may be returned for credit within 7 days of purchase if you have gotten approval from our Customer Service Team prior to returning them. Items must be returned in their original packaging, and undamaged. We do not refund shipping costs, or pay for the return shipping costs.
Shipping Information
How long does shipping awards take?
Standard Ground Shipping: Ground shipping takes 1-4 business days to arrive in most U.S. locations. This shipping method is used on 75% of Awarding You orders. Delivery for business locations is Monday – Friday. Delivery to home addresses is Tuesday-Saturday.
Expedited Air Shipments/Rush Orders: We offer a variety of 2-day and overnight shipping options, depending on the shipping locations and date required. There are also options for morning or afternoon deliveries.
Choosing Your Shipping Location
Indicate the shipping location for the awards. This may be a company location or hotel/resort, convention center, or meeting facility.
- If you are shipping products to recipient homes, to multiple addresses, need to ship internationally, or have complex requirements for your shipping needs, please contact our Awards Consultants to assist you with your order.
- Attention of: Who from your organization will be on hand to receive the awards?
Tailored Solutions for Different Customer Needs
Different types of awards require specific packaging and logistics solutions. Whether it's trophies, plaques, or art glass, At Awarding You, we understand the nuances of each and can provide customized solutions such as:
- All awards shipped to a single location to meet an "in hands" date.
- All awards sent to multiple locations to arrive by the same "in hands" date.
- Each award sent to individual office or home locations; when planning this option a single or set of awards is sent to a main company location or event location for photography and presentation purposes, then recipient awards are shipped to homes and offices, so there is no need to worry about transporting awards home, after an event.
- Special labeling for individual award packaging.
- Insertion of customer provided (or we can print for additional fee) letters and/or certificates.
- Palletizing large orders of awards, this is the most cost-effective way for shipping large orders.
- Shipments outside of the U.S. are typically handled on a case by case basis where services are available, it can take up to 2 weeks to ship and navigate through customs.
- Note: Shipments outside of the U.S. will incur additional charges for customs duties and taxes. These charges are not known until 4-6 weeks after shipment and can vary by country. We generally recommend that shipments outside of the U.S. are completed on the customer's provided FedEx account.
FastTrack – Award Logistics Made Easy
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Shipping FAQ
- When will my order be shipped?
Most of our products are ready for shipment in 10 business days. You can find the production time for each product listed on the tab labeled Packaging/Shipping on each product page. Our Available Now products are ready for shipment 8 to 10 days after art approval and payment is made. If you need your product in less time, there is the option to expedite your order and/or expedited shipping options to get your awards to your facility exactly when you need them.
- How much is shipping?
This varies by the product(s) in your order, where they are shipping, and how quickly you need them to ship. Most of our order ship by standard ground freight carriers, but there are many air freight options when you need your items quickly. We can estimate shipping for you, and make recommendations on the most economical and efficient way to ship.
- How will I know that my order has shipped?
When your order ships, our system automatically sends you an email with tracking information.
- Can you Rush my order?
There are a number of options for expediting your order. It depends on the products you need, and the time frame you need them in. In most instances, we can put your order into our FastTrack Production system to decrease the production time for your order. In addition to that, your order can be shipped by 2 Day or Overnight options to reduce your processing time. There are additional fees for these situations, so please contact us as early as possible with your requirements. See more information on Rush Orders.
- Can you ship internationally?
Absolutely. We'll need to discuss what products, your time line, and final destination and then we'll create a plan to insure your products arrive at their international destination in a timely manner. All international shipments require additional forms for customs regulations, and will take longer due to the customs clearing process. Planning ahead is the key to making sure international shipments arrive when needed.
- Can you ship to multiple locations?
We regularly ship orders to multiple locations. Discussing this early in your order process will help our team to make the best recommendations for shipping methods and timing to insure all shipments arrive when you need them.
- Can I have you ship on our shipper number?
Generally we can easily ship on your company shipping account, but please speak with your Awards Consultant to make sure we can use the carrier you are requesting for the type of service and location for your shipment.
- Can you ship to our recipient's home addresses?
Absolutely. We can package and ship your award(s) or gift item(s) to individual home addresses, regional offices, or multiple facilities. There may be additional charges associated with the packaging requirements for this, so please discuss this requirement early on with your Awards Consultant. We'll work with you to make the best recommendations for your situation.
Please contact us directly with any questions about shipping or packaging options for your awards, we are happy to help! 800-753-3384.