The TransImpact team is at it again. Using our market-leading knowledge, historical pricing trends, and cutting-edge data modeling software, we’re ready to present our annual GRI predictions. Here’s a preview: For many companies, the annual GRI announcements from FedEx and…
The general rate increases that just went into effect from FedEx and UPS are not the only reason companies should consider renegotiating their small parcel contracts. Neither is how both carriers have now made their costly demand surcharges open-ended. Taken…
Ground is the most important service level for many shippers. The amount of increase companies will face from the FedEx and UPS 2023 GRIs will vary greatly depending on weights and zones, despite the headline average GRI increase of 6.9%.…
While both FedEx and UPS announced an average General Rate Increase of 6.9% for 2023, there are some differences in the increases shippers will be paying on a service-level basis. Below you’ll find excerpts from our recently published GRI reports…
To no one’s surprise, UPS has matched FedEx’s record 6.9% GRI for 2023. The additional costs will go into effect December 27, 2022. Here are some highlights detailing key charges that are increasing more than 6.9%. The Ground Minimum Charge (Zone 2,…
There’s a point for every online retailer when tough changes are needed to keep your fulfillment and shipping operations up to speed with sales growth. Thankfully, this is actually a good problem to have, and the best solution often comes…
Preparation plays a key role in how well a company is able to negotiate its small parcel rate agreements. It’s important to know there is a big range in the rates carriers are able to offer their customers, but it’s up to you…
There are strong headwinds for manufacturers to deal with right now. But that is nothing new. All businesses have all weathered tough times over the past few years. However, this is no reason for any company to lower the expectations…
TransImpact CEO Berkley Stafford was recently interviewed by FreightWaves on where he sees the logistics industry heading when it comes to technology.
Here’s a big announcement from TransImpact CEO Berkley Stafford. We love it when good things come together.