Small businesses can often struggle with international shipping strategies. On the one hand they are not a large company with a constant flow of imports/exports, on the other hand they are not a simple resident who only ships internationally infrequently. A small business should consider working with a local company that provides logistics and packing services. Consolidation for example is a great way to decrease shipping costs for a small business by finding other businesses that have LTL shipments. And with custom packing and crating, small businesses can decrease risks of damage to their property. LTL shipments do provide a level of increased risk because other shipments will be in the same shipping crate and can move during transit. Getting a custom crate with padding, strapping, and other materials can greatly improve the success of an international shipment.