Both UPS and Fedex have substantial overcapacity in their fleets of aircraft. This is not just a matter of their pilot utilization reports but also a concern for air cargo operators and brokers. For now, UPS and FedEx are keeping quiet on their plans, but recent moves indicate that they are trying to adapt to materially lower parcel volumes and opening up space on their fleets could be low-hanging fruit.
Get Maximum Value From Your Transportation Freight Bid
Most shippers drop the ball by not paying enough attention to the post-bid process which prevents them from capturing all of the benefits afforded to them. In our experience working with clients we’ve come up with the top 10 post-procurement activities that will help you extract maximum value from your transportation freight spend. Staying on top of these activities can be a challenge for even the most experienced teams. Don’t let these slip through the cracks and you’ll be able to incrementally improve your processes—and uncover some hidden benefits along the way.