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Logistics must occur at lightning speed. That’s why Amazon has constructed a delivery service that grants it increased ownership over its supply chain operations, greater flexibility getting packages to customers and power over other shipping giants in the field. This should come as no surprise from the e-commerce giant that acquired a high-end grocery chain for $13.7 billion, forfeited $7.2 …
Shipping options are limited when it comes to small parcel carriers, but that doesn’t mean you have to succumb to poor service or uncontrollable rate hikes. It’s easy to get into a routine with a carrier, especially if you have a long-term business relationship dating back many years. At the end of the day, you need to consider your bottom …
In the past, packages were only billed by weight, regardless of the size or shape of the package. Carriers quickly realized they were not making a profit when shipping parcels that were lightweight. A lightweight yoga mat in a package was so cheap to send that, for UPS or FedEx, it wasn’t worth the amount of room it would take …
Think of Share a Refund like a digital detective that initiates a comprehensive audit, submits claims on eligible shipments, and diligently tracks refunds until verified. Share a Refund tracks claims and reconciles credits to secure monetary refunds on your shipping accounts. Unlike some auditors who take a cut of every refund secured, Share a Refund only splits the refunds where actions were taken by …
UPS planned to hire 95,000 temporary seasonal workers yet packages still can’t arrive on time. To make a bad situation worse, the shipper is paying extra for those shipments that don’t arrive when expected due to UPS’ 27-cent surcharge implemented during peak holiday weeks. Even with the additional workforce and seasonal surcharge, UPS is overwhelmed by online orders. Customers using …
Cyber Monday, the kickoff to holiday shipping season, is fast-approaching. The ads are circulating, the deals are being determined, and e-commerce businesses and shoppers are revving their engines for this year’s Cyber Monday sales. Cyber Monday 2016 was the biggest day in the history of U.S. e-commerce, as consumers spent an astounding $3.45 billion online on Monday, according to Adobe …
Common carriers like FedEx and UPS represent globally recognized and trusted names, but their global footprint can be a disadvantage to shippers needing a niche transportation option. Regional shippers are becoming more attractive as businesses look to cut costs and tighten delivery windows. A regional shipper will focus on specific geographic regions, offer more personable service, advanced flexibility and various …
The Share a Refund app is a centralized hub for parcel managed services. The claim submission service is one feature that processes all shipments within a FedEx or UPS account eligible for a refund in near real-time. Claims submitted by Share a Refund for late delivery, duplicate charges, commercial surcharges, and more get refunded quickly and have a high rate …
UPS is delivering a present just in time for Christmas – a 4.9% rate increase. Beginning December 24, 2017, rates for UPS Ground, UPS Air, International services as well as UPS Air Freight rates within and the between the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico will increase an average of 4.9%. UPS also announced additional rate hikes to roll out July …
E-commerce shopping is here to stay. It’s fundamentally shaping the way consumers shop and the way they expect shipments to be delivered. Retailers and carriers are under pressure to push the boundaries in traditional shipping methods as they strive to exceed customer expectations and manage costs effectively. Here are three trends that are revolutionizing the last-mile delivery landscape. Automation in …
