FedEx SmartPost has been rebranded as FedEx Ground Economy. There’s more to this rebranding effort than just a simple name change. The naming evolution also means that FedEx will no longer use the US Postal Service (USPS) to fulfill its last mile delivery volume, in most cases. By making this change, FedEx is replicating the model that UPS currently uses with its ...
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2021
Mar 29
2021
LTL Rates & Audit: The Best Tips for Shippers
Posted: Mar 29, 2021
Today we're talking about all things less-than-load, and more specifically, LTL rates and audits. But first, since shipping terms can quickly become ‘acronym soup,’ let’s discuss what LTL really means. What are LTL Rates? When you have a full truckload of things to ship, you essentially ‘buy’ a whole truck. It moves across the country, and that's what you pay fo...
Continue ReadingMar 22
2021
Guaranteed Deliveries: How to Get Guaranteed Deliveries and Shipping Credits
Posted: Mar 22, 2021
There's been lots of conversation about guaranteed deliveries and a shipper's ability to file for credits in 2020 and this year. And if that doesn't quite make sense right now, it will. UPDATE March 29, 2021: Shippers still do not have the ability to file for refunds for late deliveries. Both UPS and FedEx have given no i...
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2021
Comparing Shipping Rates: How to Get the Best Contracts
Posted: Mar 15, 2021
Comparing shipping rates, or performing a shipping rate comparison, is essential for shippers who want to maximize their budgets. Why Comparing Shipping Rates Matters Let's say two people operate similar ...
Continue ReadingMar 08
2021
Negotiation Tips: When Should You Renegotiate Your Shipping Contract?
Posted: Mar 08, 2021
Lots of shippers would benefit from some negotiation tips for getting better UPS and FedEx contracts. We've helped countless companies optimize contracts and negotiate better rates with UPS and FedEx. One of the m...
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