As the summer temperatures start to cool down, the shipping world heats up. Peak season looms. Demand surcharges take effect. And the General Rate Increase (GRI) is announced. Per usual, FedEx and UPS have announced identical average GRIs, this time at 5.9% for the...
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Amazon Prime Day 2022: Seller Checklist
Amazon Prime Day 2022 is Here Get ready for July 12 and 13! For Amazon FBA and FBM Sellers to win sales and boost profits on Prime Day, preparation is everything. The 24-hour countdown is on, and we’re sharing our hottest tips and last-minute strategies for sellers to...
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Make sure you know the playbook as well as your rep at your next carrier optimization.
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A month into the new year and your carrier invoices are, shall we say, a tad higher than expected.
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If you’ve been with your parcel carrier – either FedEx or UPS – for a while, chances are you’re not getting the best rates. But you can change that calculus if you’re willing to engage their competition, even if you’re not sure you’d be willing to switch.