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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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UPS Announces Higher Rates in 2021

11/10/2020

 

AFMS Breakdown of 2021 UPS Rate Increase Announcement
More rate increases coming from UPS in 2021

  • 4.9% Higher Rates for UPS Shippers in 2021
  • Accessorial Increases continue at a blistering pace
  • UPS to re-shuffle deck on DAS zip codes. 
United Parcel Service unleashed their 2021 General Rate Increase on Friday, October 29th. Overall, UPS Ground, Air and International rates, will increase an average of 4.9%. Remarkably similar to increases set by FedEx last month. Accessorials, fees and surcharges will see an increase of 4.84% -9.82%. While base freight rates mirror last year’s rate increase of 4.9%, Accessorial fees and surcharges will continue to add to the company’s coffers. SurePost service increases have yet to be posted.
For all the details around the UPS 2021 Rate Increase announcement. Click here (AFMS White paper & analysis)
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