Contract and Compliance

How to Master Carrier Contract Negotiation: Tips for Carrier Contract Negotiations for Better UPS and FedEx Contracts

Key Takeaways Prioritize Data-Driven Insights: Conduct comprehensive audits of your shipping profile and use benchmarking data to identify hidden rate opportunities and create a factual foundation for negotiations. Implement a Multi-Carrier Strategy: Diversify your carrier mix to reduce dependence on single providers such as UPS or FedEx, thereby increasing your bargaining power and mitigating the […]

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Shipping Invoice Errors: Why These Common Mistakes Are Costing You Thousands

Key Takeaways Significant Financial Drain: Undetected shipping invoice errors typically drain 3–5% of a company’s annual shipping spend, often stemming from subtle issues such as duplicate billing, incorrect fuel surcharges, and misapplied weight or dimensional data. The High Cost of Manual Processes: Manual data entry is the primary driver of billing inaccuracies; even minor typos

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Managing Accessorial Charges: How to Spend Less On Shipping

Accessorial charges are additional fees applied by freight carriers for services that go beyond standard pickup and delivery, such as packing, unloading, or storage. These fees cover the extra time, labor, and equipment needed to complete a shipment and can significantly inflate your shipping costs if left unmanaged. Shipping is a complex process that has

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Understanding Shipping Contracts

A shipping contract is a legally binding agreement between a shipper and a carrier that details the terms of cargo transport, including responsibilities, shipment handling, and payment. This document is essential for ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of goods and for resolving any disputes that may arise.  This article delves into the complexities and

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