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How to prepare for a new parcel carrier rep

Getting a new parcel carrier rep might feel like a disruption, but the shippers who treat it as a strategic reset often unlock better pricing, stronger service alignment, and more leverage in the relationship.

Kayla Chapman

March 4, 2026

5 minute read

Why most parcel contracts are quietly costing shippers more than they realize

Many parcel agreements look competitive on paper, but hidden changes in shipping profiles, surcharges, and incentive structures quietly drive costs up over time. The companies that control parcel spend best regularly analyze total cost and renegotiate contracts based on real shipping data rather than relying on headline discounts.

Paul Yaussy

December 29, 2025

9 minute read

USPS re-introduces last-mile delivery: Why data readiness matters

USPS’s new bid-based program will allow shippers and carriers to compete for access to its last-mile DDU network, potentially opening new delivery options but introducing significant operational and pricing complexity. The companies best positioned to benefit will be those with dense volume, strong logistics operations, and the data visibility needed to model and manage new last-mile strategies.

Loop Team

December 19, 2025

7 minute read

Beyond the headlines: the real impact of the 2026 GRI

The 2026 parcel GRIs may headline at 5.9%, but real-world shipper costs vary widely once surcharges, minimums, weight bands, and contract structure are applied. The only way to understand your true impact is by modeling your shipment data across carriers, services, and zones rather than relying on the headline rate increase.

Paul Yaussy

December 2, 2025

10 minute read

Beyond the 5.9%: What is new in the 2026 FedEx general rate increase (GRI)?

FedEx’s 2026 GRI may headline at 5.9%, but targeted increases in long-haul zones, middle-weight packages, minimum charges, and surcharges mean many shippers will face far higher real cost increases. Understanding where those hidden increases hit in your shipping profile is the key to controlling parcel spend in 2026.

Paul Yaussy

September 15, 2025

15 minute read

Navigating UPS 2025 peak season surcharges: What shippers need to know

UPS’s 2025 peak season surcharges could add hundreds of thousands in unexpected costs for high-volume shippers, especially with new tiered residential and heavy-package fees. The companies that model the impact early and adjust volume, carriers, or budgets now will avoid painful surprises when peak invoices arrive.

Paul Yaussy

September 11, 2025

5 minute read

Digitization or penalties: How to stay ahead of the new UPS fees

UPS’s new 2025 fees—from payment processing charges to higher surcharges—could quietly drive parcel costs up across invoices, making it harder for shippers to control spend without better visibility. The companies that understand the real impact of these changes early will be far better positioned to mitigate costs and renegotiate smarter contracts.

Loop Team

August 25, 2025

6 minute read

NMFC changes go live July 19 — and your audit tools aren’t ready

The upcoming NMFC overhaul will fundamentally change how LTL freight is classified and billed, shifting to a density-first model that introduces stricter documentation, new packaging rules, and greater risk of costly misclassification. Shippers who continue relying on manual processes or outdated tools will struggle to keep up as classification becomes dynamic and enforcement tightens.

Loop Team

July 7, 2025

5 minute read

Mastering peak season: A guide to managing new parcel surcharges

Peak season surcharges are rising fast, but the shippers who plan early, analyze their data, and diversify carriers can avoid surprise fees and keep shipping costs under control. The difference between chaos and control during peak often comes down to how well you understand and act on your shipping data.

Loop Team

October 24, 2024

7 minute read

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How to prepare for a new parcel carrier rep

Why most parcel contracts are quietly costing shippers more than they realize

USPS re-introduces last-mile delivery: Why data readiness matters

Beyond the headlines: the real impact of the 2026 GRI

Beyond the 5.9%: What is new in the 2026 FedEx general rate increase (GRI)?

Navigating UPS 2025 peak season surcharges: What shippers need to know

Digitization or penalties: How to stay ahead of the new UPS fees

NMFC changes go live July 19 — and your audit tools aren’t ready

Mastering peak season: A guide to managing new parcel surcharges

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