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Staples conducts fulfillment operations overhaul
The office supplies retailer is implementing a new warehouse management system across its network to support next-day delivery efficiency.
By Philip Neuffer • May 21, 2025 -
Canada Post union issues Friday strike notices
The carrier expects either a nationwide labor disruption or rotating strike activity once current agreements expire.
By Max Garland • May 20, 2025 -
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Here’s how companies are navigating rising costs, network changes and logistics disruptions across global supply chain networks.
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‘Shared pain and gain:’ How shippers, carriers are forging relationship for the last mile
Consistent communication and collaborative performance evaluation are some of the keys to success, said experts from Dr. Squatch, Wayfair and DHL eCommerce.
By Philip Neuffer • May 15, 2025 -
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Canada Post pauses contract talks as progress remains limited
As a potential May 22 strike nears, the carrier said halting negotiations with the Canadian Union of Postal Workers will allow it to prepare more effective proposals.
By Max Garland • May 14, 2025 -
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FedEx, Amazon strike large-package delivery deal
The agreement comes nearly six years after FedEx let its Express and Ground shipping contracts with the e-commerce giant expire.
By Max Garland • May 13, 2025 -
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UPS to levy US-to-Canada fee before possible Canada Post strike
The surcharge’s cost varies by shipping option and it will apply until further notice starting May 18.
By Max Garland • May 12, 2025 -
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Delivery reliability trumps speed for some e-commerce retailers
On-time delivery and clear communication can boost buyer satisfaction more than faster shipping, e-commerce experts said.
By Antone Gonsalves • May 12, 2025 -
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USPS readies July rate hikes for Ground Advantage, other services
The agency said the increases, as high as 10%, will help it grow market share with more profitable volume.
By Max Garland • May 9, 2025 -
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USPS board taps FedEx director David Steiner as next postmaster general
David Steiner, former CEO of Waste Management, is slated to join the agency in July as it navigates Trump administration pressures and advances its transformation plan.
By Max Garland • Updated May 9, 2025 -
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UPS confirms building closures, shift cuts in 4 states
The reductions are part of the carrier’s plan to trim its network footprint in the face of shrinking volume from Amazon.
By Max Garland • May 9, 2025 -
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UPS Mail Innovations hikes rates due to USPS changes
Additional fees will also take effect May 11, according to a letter sent to customers last week.
By Max Garland • May 6, 2025 -
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OnTrac discounts target UPS Ground Saver, tariff-responsive shippers
In a competitive pricing environment, the parcel carrier is looking to attract new customers with its Ground Switcher and Reciprocal Discount programs.
By Max Garland • May 5, 2025 -
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Amazon to invest $4B toward rural delivery expansion by 2026
The e-commerce giant “has a massive advantage over UPS and FedEx” to make the initiative successful, one expert said.
By Max Garland • May 1, 2025 -
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How UPS customers are navigating Trump’s tariffs
Major shippers are frontloading inventory and considering price hikes, while smaller businesses are prioritizing sourcing diversification, UPS CEO Carol Tomé said.
By Max Garland • May 1, 2025 -
Canada Post, union resume talks as contract expiration looms
The first meetings since early March mark a step forward as the carrier's customers prepare for a potential strike next month.
By Max Garland • April 30, 2025 -
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UPS plans 20K job cuts this year as Amazon pullback advances
The carrier also announced 73 facilities would close by June's end as part of “the largest network reconfiguration in our history,” CEO Carol Tomé said.
By Max Garland • April 29, 2025 -
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DHL reinstates service for US-destined B2C shipments over $800
The carrier said it lifted the suspension following discussions with the U.S. government and the return of informal processing for goods under $2,500.
By Max Garland • April 28, 2025 -
Deep DiveCanada Post strike threat: How shippers can limit disruptions
Finding delivery alternatives should be a priority for businesses reliant on the carrier, which could see employees strike next month, experts said.
By Max Garland • April 25, 2025 -
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Amazon and Walmart keep chasing faster deliveries to woo shoppers
The retailers are leaning on their in-house fulfillment capabilities, growing their same-day reach in rural areas and using drones to beat the competition.
By Max Garland • April 23, 2025 -
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FedEx, UPS alternatives grew market share in 2024: ShipMatrix
Walmart and Target's in-house networks, along with smaller parcel carriers, are chipping away at top delivery firms' U.S. volume share.
By Max Garland • April 21, 2025 -
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DHL suspends US-bound B2C shipments over $800
The halt will begin Monday as the logistics provider navigates increased delays due to new customs regulations, per a customer notice.
By Max Garland • April 18, 2025 -
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Ground delivery costs projected to climb despite discounting push
Q1 rates were higher than expected as UPS and FedEx rolled out price increases, per the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.
By Max Garland • April 10, 2025 -
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Walmart, Uber share food delivery innovation strategies
Executives said drones and autonomous vehicles are helping their companies speed up need-it-now delivery trips during Grocery Dive’s virtual event.
By Peyton Bigora • April 9, 2025 -
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4 best practices for logistics managers in 2025
Freight visibility and route optimization are critical to moving cargo in a demanding marketplace, experts say.
By Shefali Kapadia • April 2, 2025 -
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UPS SurePost renamed Ground Saver
The fresh name comes after the economy service's split with the U.S. Postal Service.
By Max Garland • April 2, 2025
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