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Parcel delivery performance a tale of two holidays

12/15/2020

 
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​On a sequential week-over-week basis, it would appear that FedEx Corp. (NYSE:FDX) and UPS Inc. (NYSE:UPS) are holding their own in delivering holiday packages on time. Year-over-year, as might be expected, is a different story.


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Make Sure Your Holiday Packages Arrive On Time

12/8/2020

 
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2020 has brought so many surprises, but late holiday presents don't need to be one of them! Follow these guides from the largest shipping carriers to make sure your loved ones get their gifts on time.

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How to Negotiate Shipping Rates with FedEx and UPS in 2021

12/4/2020

 
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Did you know that more than $2 billion, in the form of refunds and credits, are unclaimed every year by U.S. businesses? This means that it is especially important to be aware of parcel shipping costs and how your carrier could be impacting expenses. From UPS refunds to avoiding GSR waivers, you should always make sure to stay up-to-date on ways to save. Keep reading to see some of the top ways to negotiate shipping rates with FedEx and UPS in 2021.


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FedEx Announces 2021 GRI: What You Can Expect

12/1/2020

 
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Did you know that every single second, approximately 2,760 packages are shipped? With ever-increasing parcel shipping, it has never been more important to stay up-to-date with parcel pricing and have reliable and easy-to-use parcel contract optimization. Recently, FedEx announced that service levels will soon increase, beginning in early January of 2021. Keep reading to find out about all of the changes underway.

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