April 15th, 2026
The latest update around UPS RFID technology marks a structural shift in how packages move through the network. UPS is expanding the use of RFID, radio frequency identification, across its operations to improve tracking accuracy and reduce manual…
April 8th, 2026
FedEx slipped a significant mid-year price hike past its shippers over Easter weekend. Here’s exactly what’s changing, who it hits hardest, and what you should do before April 20.
The Timing Was Not an Accident
Carriers have a long playbook for…
April 7th, 2026
UPS is scaling its use of artificial intelligence across core parts of its business. The focus areas include pricing, customs processing, and network operations.
Pricing
UPS is using AI to refine how it sets rates at a highly granular level. The…
April 6th, 2026
The Amazon USPS delivery deal marks another shift in how last mile delivery is structured. Amazon continues to expand its logistics control while still using external partners where it makes sense. In this case, the United States Postal Service will…
March 23rd, 2026
Delivery expectations continue to rise across all regions. Amazon Expands Rural Delivery Network to Reduce Carrier Dependence and Increase Speed. This shift signals a major change in network strategy and competitive dynamics.
Amazon is investing $4…
March 19th, 2026
Amazon reported a significant increase in fast delivery volumes across its network. Same-day and next-day delivery orders reached record levels. The company expanded regional fulfillment and last-mile capabilities, enabling faster delivery to more…
March 18th, 2026
Parcel market dynamics shifted quickly last year according to ShipMatrix’s highlights of its U.S. Domestic Parcel Market Report for 2025.
The states a continued parcel market evolution across carriers. Volume growth slowed, while…
March 17th, 2026
The Postal Service may run out of cash by early 2027. For businesses that rely on USPS daily, that is not an abstract policy problem, it is an operational risk.
A Structural Crisis, Not a Temporary Shortfall
According to a recent Brookings…
February 26th, 2026
UPS has overtaken FedEx to claim the title of the world’s largest express air cargo hub. The shift places UPS Worldport in Louisville, Kentucky ahead of FedEx’s long dominant Memphis hub based on total express cargo volume and…
February 16th, 2026
FedEx used its 2026 Investor Day to reinforce a multi-year plan centered on network transformation, stronger operating performance, and targeted growth. The message for shippers is simple. FedEx is prioritizing profitability, operational…