Reveel’s Annual GRI Rate Guide provides shippers with the transparency and insights needed to navigate the complexities of carrier General Rate Increases (GRIs). For one leading retailer, Reveel’s analysis transformed a daunting rate hike into an opportunity for strategic cost management and negotiation.
The Challenge
Each year, carriers like FedEx and UPS implement rate increases, surcharges, and fees that uniquely affect shippers based on their shipping profiles. Without clarity into these changes, businesses often face unexpected cost surges. For this retailer, the lack of visibility into the GRI’s specific impact threatened to derail budgeting, carrier negotiations, and internal planning.
Solution
Reveel’s team analyzed the GRI reports in detail, running simulations to assess the precise impact of rate changes and hidden fees on the retailer’s shipping operations. Armed with this tailored GRI Impact Analysis, the retailer was able to:
- Negotiate Effectively: Leveraging insights, they renegotiated their carrier agreement to mitigate the impact of rate increases.
- Plan Proactively: They communicated cost changes and strategic adjustments with their finance and planning teams, avoiding surprises.
- Maintain Competitiveness: The analysis empowered them to make informed decisions without sacrificing service levels or profitability.
Customer Perspective
“Without Reveel’s GRI analysis, we would have been blindsided by hidden costs. The insights gave us the data to renegotiate with confidence and ensure our internal teams were fully prepared. This transparency has been invaluable.” — Retail Shipping Manager
Results
- Cost Savings: Identified opportunities to reduce the impact of surcharges and rate changes.
- Informed Decisions: Enabled proactive discussions with carriers and internal stakeholders.
- Strategic Planning: Empowered the retailer to plan effectively for the year ahead.
Reveel’s Annual GRI Rate Guide offers more than transparency—it provides actionable insights that empower businesses to navigate carrier rate changes strategically. Whether renegotiating agreements or exploring new shipping strategies, Reveel equips companies with the tools to control costs and stay competitive.
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