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FedEx Audit: How to Find and Fix Billing Errors

FedEx Audit: How to Find and Fix Billing Errors

Every week, FedEx invoices land in logistics managers’ inboxes and most go unchallenged. But a closer look often ...
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Parcel Audit: What It Is & Why You Need One

Parcel Audit: What It Is & Why You Need One

If your shipping costs keep climbing but you’re not sure why, a parcel audit is often the first solution to ...
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Types of Shipping Surcharges in 2026

Types of Shipping Surcharges in 2026

A shipping surcharge (also called accessorial fees or accessorials) is an additional fee applied to the base shipment costs. These surcharges commonly appear as “service charges” or “handling fees”.
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UPS Shipping Zones Explained: How to Calculate & Reduce Costs

UPS Shipping Zones Explained: How to Calculate & Reduce Costs

If you're shipping with UPS, distance plays a bigger role in your costs than you might think. UPS shipping zones ...
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USPS Announces First-Ever Fuel Surcharge on Packages: What Shippers Need to Know

USPS Announces First-Ever Fuel Surcharge on Packages: What Shippers Need to Know

On March 25, the U.S. Postal Service announced a transportation-related price change that marks a first in its ...
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What Happens If UPS Lost Your Package?

What Happens If UPS Lost Your Package?

If your tracking hasn’t updated and the delivery date has passed, you may be wondering: Did UPS lose my ...
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Parcel Fraud Prevention: Protect Your Shipping Accounts

Parcel Fraud Prevention: Protect Your Shipping Accounts

Parcel fraud isn’t always dramatic. It doesn’t always look like stolen trailers or high-profile cargo theft. More ...
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How to File FedEx Claims and Recover Lost Revenue Faster

How to File FedEx Claims and Recover Lost Revenue Faster

Lost or damaged shipments are frustrating. If you’re searching for how to file a FedEx claim, check your FedEx ...
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Do UPS & FedEx Deliver on Weekends?

Do UPS & FedEx Deliver on Weekends?

Do UPS & FedEx Deliver on Weekends? If your customers are ordering seven days a week, they expect delivery ...
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Carrier Mix Optimization: A Shipper’s Guide for 2026

Carrier Mix Optimization: A Shipper’s Guide for 2026

Carrier mix optimization has become a defining factor in parcel performance. Between annual General Rate Increases ...
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What Are UPS Access Points and How Do They Work?

What Are UPS Access Points and How Do They Work?

As eCommerce volume continues to grow, last-mile delivery challenges increase. Failed delivery attempts drive up ...
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FedEx Additional Handling Surcharge: 2026 Guide

FedEx Additional Handling Surcharge: 2026 Guide

The FedEx additional handling surcharge is one of the most common, and misunderstood, fees impacting parcel ...
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