Dimensional Weight vs. Actual Weight: Why Lightweight Packages Costing More?
While shipping a small, lightweight package, have you been surprised by the high cost? Don’t worry, you are not alone. If you are facing unexpected
FedEx vs. UPS: Choosing the Right Domestic Shipping Service for Your Needs
When it comes to small parcel delivery in the U.S., FedEx and UPS are the two dominant players, and for good reason. They offer a
Understanding Fuel Surcharges in Small Parcel Shipping: What You’re Really Paying For
A fuel charge of 20% now applies to your total shipping cost. When you ship a small package, you're not just paying for transportation; you’re
Demystifying Parcel Zones: What They Mean for Your FedEx and UPS Shipping Costs
When it comes to small parcel shipping with FedEx or UPS, few factors influence your costs as significantly and as subtly as parcel zones. During
Understanding the General Rate Increase (GRI): Why Your Parcel Costs Keep Rising?
If you are wondering why your shipping spend seems to climb every January, this is because major carriers like UPS and FedEx impose an annual
Understanding the Additional Handling Surcharge: What Triggers It and How to Avoid It
Are you shipping large, heavy, or irregularly shaped packages? If so, you may be racking up extra fees without realizing it – thanks to the
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The Perils of Port Congestion: How To Mitigate Demurrage and Detention Fees
In 2025, for the first time since the pandemic, cargo flows are under renewed pressure. Some ports face congestion driven by infrastructure constraints, labor dynamics,
Tariffs’ Second-Order Effects: Evasion, De Minimis, and the New Compliance Reality
Tariffs don’t just raise headline rates, they change behavior across oceans, ports, and checkout carts. In Q3–Q4 2025, three threads are defining the new reality
Case Study: Transportation Equipment Manufacturer Cuts Parcel Spend by 18% Without Changing Carriers or Disrupting Operations
Client Overview A U.S based division of a leading European transportation equipment manufacturer, primarily serving the automotive industry, operates a complex supply chain. With inbound
Plug the Leaks. Prove the Savings.
Transportation costs are rising fast, and with General Rate Increases (GRIs), new surcharges, and complex multimodal networks, finance teams are under pressure to prove every