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How to Reduce Freight Costs Without Hurting Service Quality
Are rising freight costs cutting into your bottom line? Reducing freight fees without compromising on service is essential for your business's cost efficiency. But, it's easier said than done.
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What Is Shipping Insurance? A Guide for Shippers
Shipping insurance is a service that protects packages from damage, theft, and loss during transit to help reduce the risks of shipping high-value or delicate items. Carriers may include ins...
2025 General Rate Increase: A Guide to UPS and FedEx Changes
Shipping costs are about to get higher – again.
Both UPS and FedEx have announced their General Rate Increase (GRI) changes for 2025 to keep up with an increasing supply and demand chai...
UPS Peak Season 2024: Key Surcharges You Need to Know
The approaching holiday season is exciting for most people who will buy and ship gifts to loved ones. However, for the shippers and carriers working to get those gifts where they need to go, it ...
How to Reduce Shipping Costs: 10 Ways Your Business Can Save
Looking to learn how to reduce shipping costs? Shipping expenses can quickly add up, impacting your profits and increasing your bottom line.
In this article, we’ll share ten proven meth...
8 Freight Audit and Payment Best Practices for Efficiency
Want to make freight audits and payments more efficient? With the right tools, strategies, and partner, you can save time, money, and stress on one of the most important parts of your supply chain.
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Why Is My FedEx Package Delayed? Causes & What to Do
"Why is my FedEx package delayed?" is the last thing you want to be asking yourself when expecting a delivery. Unfortunately, delays are common. But, you have some options.
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