How to Predict and Analyze the 2022 GRI (Exclusive Access)
Access our exclusive video on predicting the 2022 General Rate Increase, focusing on network and service level forecasts. How did we do it? 11 years of UPS & FedEx rate announcements 1 years of domestic inflation history Predictive regression technology…
FedEx Announces Its Annual GRI and Other Service Changes
FedEx has just announced its annual general rate increase for 2022 and it’s historically high at 5.9%. On the heels of historic inflation in 2021, it’s no big surprise. It’s also in line with our prediction (for better or worse).…
FedEx Signature Requirements Have Returned
The following is copied from a recent email that FedEx sent to its customers. FedEx Delivery Signature Update As we continue to support the global supply chain, we’re committed to keeping customers, team members and your packages safe. We will…
Some Peak Season Clarity for Parcel Shippers on Rates – At Least for the Moment
After a challenging 18 months for the entire supply chain industry, small parcel shippers will appreciate having a clearer view of the rate landscape for the balance of 2021, thanks to the recent Peak Season Surcharge announcements from both carriers.…
FedEx Adds/ Extends Peak Season Surcharges Into 2022
As the carrier usually does this time of year, FedEx has announced several Peak Season Surcharges, with some having start dates as early as October 4th. The types of surcharges, start and end dates, and the shippers who will be…
UPS Increase to Ground Fuel Surcharges, AGAIN
UPS has announced another increase to its ground fuel surcharge table that will take effect on August 16, 2021. This comes barely a month after the company’s last fuel surcharge increase implemented on July 5. Apparently, the last increase which…
We promised Next, now it’s time to deliver.
Next is driving results. Next is transforming businesses through data and technology. Next is working relentlessly to make every client a raving fan of what we do. Today, we proudly launch our new Parcel Solutions to deliver Next. Next Is…
Business Is Booming for UPS: What Large and Small Shippers Need to Know
UPS announced a record quarter on its July 26th earnings call, with consolidated operating profits surpassing $3 billion. Other impressive figures from the carrier included a revenue increase of 10.2% YoY, driven by a 13.4% YoY increase in revenue per…
Crowdsourced Delivery: Changing the Final Mile
The use of crowdsourcing for small parcel delivery is one of the latest trends in the industry. And, it just may be the one way large online retailers can keep up with the service and delivery performance of their biggest…