Parcel Playbook: A ShipSigma Blog

Above 1 cubic ft, all 3 carriers now price empty space the same way, so routing a light, bulky parcel elsewhere no longer saves its dimensional cost.

UPS Shipping rates vary by zone, by weight, and by service.

FedEx Ground, FedEx Express, FedEx International, FedEx Flat Rate Shipping. We'll walk you through the types of shipping FedEx offers and the associated rates.

The 2026 carrier GRI was 5.9%. A FedEx international export invoice moves 7.4% once the new fuel surcharge formula is applied. Here is the math.

Three structural changes in 2026 shrink the effective value of every negotiated parcel discount, even when contract terms have not changed.

UPS and FedEx adjust pricing all year. Your contract doesn't lock you in from doing the same. Average reduction across 350+ shippers: 25.2%.

FedEx and UPS are cutting facilities and chasing per-piece revenue at the same time. That math has consequences for your shipping contract.

Discover how a decade of GRI compounding has significantly increased shipping costs and learn strategies to manage and mitigate these rising expenses effectively.

Unlock the hidden costs of the 2026 GRI and learn strategies to mitigate shipping rate increases without changing carriers. Discover how to protect your margins.

Prepare for UPS's 2026 rate increase with data-driven strategies to manage costs, mitigate impacts, and optimize shipping operations. Discover how to stay ahead in logistics planning.

Stay ahead of FedEx’s 2026 General Rate Increase with strategies to manage costs and maintain competitive advantage. Learn how to navigate rate changes and surcharges effectively.

Learn about freight rate negotiation, its benefits, and strategies for shippers to optimize costs and enhance logistics efficiency. Discover how data-driven insights can transform your supply chain.