How to Get the Best Freight Quote for Small Parcel Shipping
Freight shipping can be expensive. There are many variables involved, such as tax, packing supplies, and carrier fees, all of which increase the shipping cost. What’s more, it’s often hard to find a carrier that can fulfill your needs and offer the best quotes that won’t squeeze your shipping budget. However, you can look into […]
Shipping Cost Comparison: FedEx vs. UPS vs. DHL vs. USPS
Shipping cost is a huge factor you cannot ignore when selling online. It can be manageable, or it can tamper with your business profit margin. This then makes the ability to choose a carrier that does not only offer reliable services but is also affordable very important. The four main carriers, FedEx, UPS, DHL, and […]
15 Ways to Get the Cheapest International Shipping Rates
Shipping internationally is expensive. It requires you to factor in duty, tax, country restrictions, and customs clearance, among other things, which makes the shipping cost shoot through the roof. And like that is not enough, as of July 1, 2020, there was an introduction of added international shipping rates due to countries’ self-declaring postal rates. […]
What Is a FedEx Audit? How Can It Help Me Save Money on Shipping?
If your business relies on small parcel shipping, the carrier you use plays a huge role in your bottom line. That said, small parcel shipping is essentially limited to the UPS and FedEx duopoly. Therefore, despite your years of experience, relational equity, and the effort you leverage towards contract negotiations, the two companies will always […]
UPS Simple Rate: All You Need to Know
Want free commercial shipping audit First Name* Last Name* Email* Phone Company Flat rate shipping has become quite popular among e-commerce merchants. This is because it’s convenient and comes with predictable pricing even if you are shipping heavier packages across the U.S. With flat rate box shipping, you get a fixed price to ship your […]
UPS To Acquire Italy’s Healthcare Logistics Bomi
On August 8th, UPS announced that it plans to acquire industry-leading Italian multinational healthcare logistics provider, Bomi Group. This move will add temperature-controlled facilities in 14 nations and about 3,000 highly skilled employees from Bomi Group to the UPS Healthcare network in Latin America and Europe. If your business uses UPS for deliveries in these […]
FedEx Suspending Sunday Deliveries in Some Markets
FedEx Corp announced that it’s cutting back on Sunday deliveries in some U.S. markets starting August 15th. This suspension will primarily affect delivery in certain low-density, rural areas across the country. The delivery giant plans to allocate the Sunday deliveries to Saturday and Monday. Therefore, if your business relies on FedEx for all the deliveries, […]
Diesel Prices Climb to New Heights
Businesses are facing tough times, with many struggling to recover from the impact of the pandemic. Competition is fierce, there are staff shortages to deal with and customers are demanding value for money. It’s more important than ever for businesses to streamline operations and reduce costs. Unfortunately, that’s easier said than done. Logistics costs significantly […]
Zero-emission vehicle regulations are on the rise
The world is waking up to climate change and companies across the globe are taking steps to become more ecologically friendly. Businesses in all sectors are working hard to reduce greenhouse emissions and the logistics industry is no exception. Companies need to meet crucial sustainability goals and emission regulations are more prevalent than ever. Therefore, […]
UPS Agree to Pay $5.3M to Resolve Postal Fraud Allegation
The Department of Justice has announced that delivery company UPS will pay almost $5.3 million to resolve an alleged case of postal fraud. The U.S. Postal Service for transport and international mail alleged UPS committed fraud by fabricating bar code scans to claim payments. The U.S Postal Service employed UPS to collect mail from several […]
