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2026 Peak Season & 2027 GRI Analysis

2027 FedEx GRI Analysis
Breaking Down the 2027 FedEx GRI
2027 FedEx GRI Takeaways
2027 FedEx GRI Announcement Top Takeaways
GRI Prediction
TransImpact's 2027 GRI Prediction
Peak Season Carrier Comparison
Peak Season Carrier Comparison
FedEx 2026 Peak Season Rates
FedEx 2026 Peak Season Analysis
UPS 2026 Peak Season
UPS 2026 Peak Season Analysis
Amazon 2026 Peak Season Analysis
Amazon 2026 Peak Season Analysis
USPS 2026 Peak Season Analysis
USPS 2026 Peak Season Analysis

Our Blog: NextSights 

Explore the insights shaping tomorrow's supply chain.

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2027 FedEx GRI: What the 5.9% Increase Means for Your Parcel Costs
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Fuel Surcharges Hit Record 47.75% as the Diesel Crisis Deepens
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What Five Carrier Reports Tell You About 2026–27 Peak Season Pricing
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Amazon Projects It Will Deliver Nearly 89% of Its Own Packages by 2029

White Papers & eBooks

Go deeper on the two places supply chain margin is made or lost: what you spend moving goods, and how accurately you plan them. Each guide is built on real data and real outcomes.

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How to Negotiate UPS and  FedEx Contracts 

See which discounts are achievable and how experts secure them. Built on years of benchmark data from hundreds of contracts. Know what's achievable before your next carrier negotiation. 

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Beyond the Duopoly:    Alternative Carriers

See how regional carriers lower lightweight, residential costs. Learn when moving parcel volume from the big two (and USPS) makes sense.

Case Studies

Our core focus is simple: Create raving fans with our supply chain team and technology. Check out our case studies for some real-world success stories and innovative ideas.

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Golf Manufacturer Protects $5.5M

 

PCN-PSI Medical Technology Case Study

 Medical Tech Firm Cuts Parcel Costs by $1.8M

 

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Kawasaki Sharpens Forecasting & Cuts Costs

 

Evriholder Products Case Study

Evriholder Cuts $14M in Excess Inventory

 

Apparel Manufacturer_Case Study

 Apparel Brand Saves $3M on Parcel Costs

 

Carrier Updates

Gold = UPS

Purple = Fedex

September 18

FedEx has announced an average 5.9% General Rate Increase (GRI), effective Jan. 4, 2027. 

 

August 27

UPS has released its 2026–27 peak demand surcharges. The flat Ground fee rose 25 percent, and the Air fee rose 22 percent. Meanwhile, additional handling rose 10.2 percent, the Large Package Surcharge 9.8 percent, and Over Maximum Limits are up 9.3 percent. 

August 10

UPS ground and ground saver 0.5%-1% increase on lower bands & lower bands expanded, last FSC update for UPS was 4.13.26  

August 3

US Inbound Processing Fee renamed Inbound Processing Fee, fee extended to all shipments destined for EU member states. The fee will not apply to shipments from one EU member state to another.  

Welcome To Our Podcast: Creating Next

 

Welcome to Creating Next, the podcast from TransImpact exploring the latest
in parcel spend management and supply chain planning.
 
Join our hosts and leading industry experts as they share actionable insights,
proven strategies, and innovative technologies driving business success.
 
Subscribe now to stay ahead of the curve.

 

 

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The Mindset of High Performers: Recruiting, Leadership, and Sales with Brent Orsuga

What separates the best from the rest? In this episode of Creating Next, Jey sits down with Brent Orsuga, founder of Pinnacle Growth Advisors, to uncover the secrets of high-performance recruiting, leadership, and sales strategy in the logistics and supply chain industry.

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Making An Impact: TransImpact's Philanthropic Missions

In this episode, we discuss the charitable arm of TransImpact in a special episode dedicated to the impactful initiatives driving positive change.

Our remarkable guests include Monica Pantoja, the passionate Executive Director of the nsoro Educational Foundation, empowering young minds aging out of foster care;

and Traci Klein, the dedicated leader of True Justice, aiding human trafficking survivors.

 

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Driving Efficiency with OMNIA Partners

In this episode of Creating Next, we take a detailed look at OMNIA Partners, a long-standing TransImpact partner. Chase Hambly, Director of Channels and Private Equity at OMNIA Partners, joins us to share his expertise on group purchasing organizations (GPOs) and their role in driving efficiency and cost savings for businesses

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