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Even though it’s been true for years, something more apparent lately is how interconnected global supply chains are. The problem in the Suez Canal and headaches in ocean shipping are not [...]

As we reach the one-year mark of the pandemic in the U.S., the long-term fallout for shippers and the logistics industry is becoming clearer. Yet, many details and the lasting effects are still [...]

With the peak shipping and holiday season behind us, and the GRI’s (hopefully) digested by the marketplace, we’re hoping the relative stability and calmness in the small parcel world [...]

There is a lot going on in the shipping industry right now – from congested ports to the continued impact of the pandemic. To illustrate just how tough the situation is, this recent image [...]

New Year. Changed world. If you’re a small parcel shipper, this means it’s probably time to revisit your carrier agreement(s) and see if it’s still valid for your needs. It not (as is likely), [...]

PROBLEMS “The spread of Covid-19 in the US has triggered such an increase in e-commerce since March that shipping volumes have consistently been at Christmas peak or Cyber Monday levels [...]

To the surprise of no one, FedEx announced an increase to its rates by 4.9% to 5.9% on many services. These changes take effect beginning January 4, 2021. The 2021 FedEx GRI will impact FedEx’s [...]

Logistics technology has never been a more popular topic. The marketplace is filled with innovation, and the industry finally seems prepared to start taking advantage of it. Many early adopters [...]

FedEx has announced the following peak season rate changes which will go into effect June 8, 2020. From the FedEx website: FedEx is an essential business keeping commerce moving and delivering [...]

UPS has made the following announcement regarding additional Peak Season Surcharges that will go into effect May 31, 2020. From the UPS website: Peak Surcharge – Applied to UPS® Ground [...]