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…home stretch in delivery service – to the door, parcel lockers, access points or crowd storage. “Adding Value to Parcel Delivery” identified more than a dozen trends impacting parcel delivery service, an industry segment that is projected to grow 9 percent annually to more than $343 billion globally by 2020. As postal organizations around the world continue to face revenue challenges created by dramatically reduced mail volumes, focusing on competitive parcel delivery products, services and supply chains will help close the revenue gap. “Understanding customer needs and creating solutions aimed at improving their delivery experience is an important aspect of…
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…long-distance air packages. UPS will continue to discourage large parcel packages that require special handling. FedEx Average increase of 4.9% for FedEx Ground and FedEx Home Delivery Average increase of 4.9% for FedEx Express package and freight for the U.S., and export and import services Zone-based shipping rates for FedEx Freight will increase between 4.9% and 5.9% depending on the specific zone FedEx Express, FedEx Ground, FedEx Home Delivery®, FedEx SmartPost®, and FedEx Freight rates will increase FedEx will implement a 6% late fee for Express and Ground invoices not paid within payment terms Changes to how the fees are…
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with a score of 3.24
…this podcast, John Haber, Founder and CEO of Spend Management Experts, provided an overview on the impact of COVID-19 on the parcel markets, as well as related topics, and the takeaways for logistics and supply chain stakeholders. Themes addressed during this podcast included: parcel rates and the concept of free shipping, last mile logistics, peak season prospects, the impact of the parcel duopoly of UPS and FedEx on the market, Amazon's emerging logistics presence, and the state of the United States Postal Service, among others. John Haber has more than 25 years of supply chain experience and has helped some…
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with a score of 3.23
…of manufacturers, omnichannel retailers and 3PLs who all ship parcels, and the number of packages in transit across the world at any given moment is staggering. Transportation teams worldwide face a unique challenge. Multi-carrier shipping is complicated, and organizations often describe their parcel delivery processes as “expensive,” “time consuming,” and “frustrating.” Why? Managing parcel shipping typically includes a wide range of departments inside the organization: procurement, fulfillment operations, customer service and finance. It can also include hundreds of global carriers, each of which have different shipping systems, pricing schemes, terminology and compliance rules. With so many moving parts, the end-to-end…
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with a score of 3.18
…solutions, today announces that it is purchasing the Insured Parcel Services (IPS) business of G4S International Logistics (G4Si), the logistics arm of G4S, the world’s leading global integrated security company. UPS Capital recently acquired Parcel Pro, the leading logistics provider to the high-value jewelry, wristwatch and collectibles industries. With this acquisition, IPS customers will have access to enhanced service offerings through Parcel Pro’s secure logistics solutions, including higher insured value limits, expanded international coverage and superior technology. “G4Si IPS and Parcel Pro are both players in the secure transportation of luxury, high-value jewelry, which is an industry segment that UPS…
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with a score of 3.15
Deliv is a leading crowdsourced, last mile logistics company that powers scheduled, same-day delivery and returns for omnichannel retailers, local businesses, and e-commerce companies. Deliv is focused exclusively on moving goods; it does not sell them. It powers same-day delivery for over 4,000 businesses including leading retailers such as Macy’s, Best Buy, Kohl’s and Walgreens. The company currently operates in 17 markets and more than 100 cities. Deliv is headquartered in Menlo Park, California and is backed by global logistics leader United Parcel Service, financial investors including Upfront Ventures and RPM Ventures, and REIT investors.
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with a score of 3.12
Last-mile delivery, especially of parcels, has recently received lots of attention in the media and from investors. The cost of global parcel delivery, excluding pickup, line-haul, and sorting, amounts to about €70 billion, with China, Germany, and the United States accounting for more than 40 percent of the market. And not only is the market large, but it’s also highly dynamic, with growth rates in 2015 of between 7 and 10 percent in mature markets (such as Germany and the United States) and more than 100 percent in developing markets. The biggest driver of this growth, not surprisingly, is e-commerce,…
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with a score of 3.09
Consumer demands push parcel shipping volumes to new heights every year. It’s a global phenomenon, and as a result, both retailers and manufacturers are re-prioritizing the role of parcel shipping in the organization. But good intentions alone won’t get the job done. To understand the implications of parcel shipping on the supply chain, shippers need to re-think distribution strategies and consider the myriad challenges scaling shipping volumes, expanding marketplaces, and same-day/next-day delivery expectations can present. Global Omnichannel Distribution Perhaps you’re looking to implement or revise your omnichannel strategy. Or maybe you want to expand your product offering to another vertical…
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with a score of 3.06
MercuryGate provides powerful transportation management solutions proven to be a competitive advantage for today’s most successful shippers, 3PLs, freight forwarders, brokers, and carriers. MercuryGate’s solutions are unique in their native support of all modes of transportation on a single platform including Parcel, LTL, Truckload, Air, Ocean, Rail, and Intermodal. Through the continued release of innovative, results-driven technology and a commitment to making customers successful, MercuryGate delivers exceptional value for TMS users through improved productivity and operational efficiency. MercuryGate offers business intelligence to improve transportation processes, increase customer satisfaction, and reduce costs. Find out why MercuryGate has set the industry standard…
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with a score of 2.98
…the fastest throughput on the market today, backed by proven customer data. The CVP Impack packs up to 500 parcels per hour and requires only one operator while the CVP Everest auto-boxes up to 1,100 parcels per hour and uses two operators. Q: Why can’t companies afford to ignore their packaging processes? A: Automated Packaging Solutions can be used as a tool for risk management during peak season, when online orders spike, to solve labor issues, and during a crisis. With optimized packaging processes in place, shippers can get orders out the door at a much faster rate and at…
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with a score of 2.97
…insurance and payment services, today announced the acquisition of Parcel Pro, the leading independent logistics provider to the jewelry, wristwatch and collectibles industries. “The synergies between UPS Capital and Parcel Pro will greatly benefit customers shipping high-value products,” said Ronald Chang, president of UPS Capital. “The acquisition enhances our supply chain risk mitigation capabilities, providing global logistics expertise and peace of mind to customers who need to ship their valuable goods. Many jewelry retailers have insurance policies that cover their inventory, but shipping losses are not always covered by these policies.” The market for luxury items has flourished internationally over…
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with a score of 2.96
…provider GEODIS announced the launch of a new multi-carrier parcel shipping solution designed to significantly improve e-commerce fulfillment for businesses across the Americas. As the e-commerce industry continues to evolve, the software will help companies optimize costs, enhance on-time performance, and provide seamless integration with various carriers. The company launched its GEODIS eLogistics platform in January of 2023. More Efficiency and Flexibility The new parcel shipping solution facilitates direct carrier connections, eliminating the need for manual uploads of rates and surcharges. This streamlines e-commerce fulfillment operations, empowering businesses to reduce costs and improve operational efficiency. Additionally, the software offers customers…
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Siemens Logistics provides cutting-edge mail and parcel technology and advanced software for leading global logistics providers. With the acquisition, Körber significantly complements its supply chain offering. As a leading provider in Europe with a strong market presence in North America and a foothold in the fast-growing Chinese market, the mail and parcel business of Siemens Logistics is ideally positioned for further growth. The company provides mail and parcel technology and fully automated solutions for digitized mail and parcel processing for leading global logistics companies. With around 1,200 employees, Siemens Logistics mail and parcel business generates annual revenue of about €500…
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with a score of 2.92
…now realize the benefit of capturing shipping data with parcel shipping technology and using Business Intelligence to streamline shipping processes in order to expedite speed and improve cost efficiency. Moreover, senior leadership at these organizations are adopting digital technologies and implementing digital automation to cultivate shipping as a core business capability. But technology isn’t new to shipping. For example, carriers such as UPS, FedEx, and DHL have long used electronic data interchange (EDI) to transmit information to shippers, and some logistics professionals are using Transportation Management Systems (TMS) to execute complex, multi-modal freight shipments across the globe. However, studies have…
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with a score of 2.86
…expand its operations in Europe, a region where United Parcel Service, Inc. already operates. Bidness Etc estimates that even with the TNT acquisition, FedEx may have a hard time keeping up with UPS. The latter has already started increasing operations in the region by expanding its fleet. FedEx is currently awaiting approval for the deal from the regulatory authorities to proceed to the second step. On the other hand, TNT reported operational losses in its first-quarter fiscal’15 earnings report, and incurred heavy transition charges during the period, leading to increased losses. Analysts related to the industry believe the regulatory authorities…