When identifying savings opportunities, parcel shippers need to consider things like carrier mistakes, surcharges, operational improvements, and even their carrier agreement itself. It can be confusing, overwhelming, and intimidating—especially to those who have...
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Best Home Furnishings
When it came time for Best Home Furnishings to reevaluate their parcel carrier agreement, they looked for a company that could provide the data, expertise, and guidance they needed to help them optimize their parcel spend. Although their employees had gained knowledge...
Datto
Prior to partnering with Sifted, Datto’s Director of Logistics Matt Provost and Senior Manager of Hardware Operations Tom Pelillo experienced the painful process of manually generating reports from FedEx’s online reporting and UPS’s billing center. Now, in a moment’s...
Midwestern Sporting Goods Compny
Though this operations manager has spent decades in warehouse operations and distribution, he fully admits he didn’t know a lot about parcel shipping before his current role. His experience was mostly in local and regional distribution of fresh foods, produce and...
Chicago Music Exchange
Musicians take their gear seriously. Very seriously. And when it comes to making great music, they need straight answers, first-hand knowledge, and the best products – delivered fast. Whether it’s a vintage Gibson Les Paul gold top guitar, new Gretsch drum kit, or a...
Large Midwestern Distributor
This Sifted client, a large promotional products company, serves thousands of customers each year, and has grown to include over 850 sales associates, 7,000 suppliers, and 200 home office staff. Through its sales network, eStores, and online catalogs, businesses of...