May 6, 2025
- Written By
Ben Emmrich
The big carriers built the system to benefit themselves, not the businesses footing the bill.
They promise convenience – but the reality is rising rates, unpredictable surcharges, and complex contracts that eat into your margins. For shippers, sticking with the status quo isn’t just inefficient, it’s expensive.
If you're shipping 1,000+ parcels a month and looking for smarter ways to manage costs and improve performance, this playbook is for you.
Understand how national carriers structure rates to maximize their margins, and how alternative carriers offer a different model built for flexibility and savings.
Cut through the confusion. Learn the difference between in-region carriers and linehaul-based models, and how to combine them for full national coverage.
See where you’re overspending, what questions to ask, and how to spot the signs that it’s time for a change.
From onboarding and technical integration to pickup coordination and delivery management, this playbook outlines exactly how to make alternative carrier shipping work inside your operation.
Managing multiple carriers can feel daunting. We break down what to expect when it comes to tracking, claims, invoicing, and support, and how to simplify it all with the right infrastructure.
Shipping isn’t just about delivery speed anymore, it’s about owning the experience. Learn how alternative carriers can improve customer communication, reduce support escalations, and give your team full visibility into what’s happening in-flight.
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