Parcel spend management software helps shippers audit carrier invoices, analyze and reduce total parcel spend, monitor carrier contract compliance, and model cost decisions before they reach the budget. It goes beyond one-time refund recovery and treats shipping cost as an ongoing discipline rather than a periodic cleanup. The strongest parcel
Parcel spend management is the process of analyzing, optimizing, and controlling parcel shipping costs across carriers, services, contracts, surcharges, and individual shipments. For enterprise shippers and small businesses alike, effective parcel spend management goes beyond reviewing carrier invoices or negotiating rates once a year. It combines parcel spend visibility, cost
Most enterprise shippers struggle to control parcel costs not because they lack technology, but because carriers change pricing faster than their teams can respond. The research backs this up. Three out of four enterprise shippers have standardized or automated carrier selection, yet only 10% use dynamic, real-time optimization that adapts
Next year it will be 20 years since Chad and I founded Reveel. When I reflect on the past two decades and consider the current shipping landscape, one thing stands out: Even for an industry as dynamic as logistics, these are truly transformative times. Change of course is nothing new.
A UPS billing audit is a systematic review of UPS invoices that recovers overcharges, service-failure refunds, and misapplied surcharges before the claim window closes. The money at stake is rarely small, and it’s routinely left behind. According to Reveel’s State of Enterprise Shipping 2026 research, only 10% of shippers automatically
Parcel spend visibility is complete, real-time transparency into every cost driver behind every shipment, from base rates and surcharges to accessorial fees and delivery performance. It lets shippers track, analyze, and act on parcel costs at the package level, rather than reacting to a total that lands on the next
We commissioned Incisiv to survey leaders of multi-model transportation networks across six industries to find out what they are seeing, what they are doing to manage shipping costs, where gaps lie, the future, and more. Download the “State of Enterprise Shipping 2026” to learn more. Last year we conducted our
FedEx’s Data Center Shipping and Logistics Services reflect the important role that shipping intelligence plays in large data center projects. They also underscore the importance of shipping attributes relevant to any large capital project. As we see AI applied to more use cases across industries, it’s no surprise that we
Carrier management is the practice of selecting, contracting, monitoring, and optimizing the carriers that move a company’s freight, including UPS, FedEx, USPS, and more. For parcel shippers, it covers the full relationship with each provider, from negotiated rates to performance and billing accuracy. Yet many organizations still treat carrier oversight
When a direct-to-consumer health and wellness brand saw a viral moment push orders to 1,600 a day, carrier-level reporting could no longer answer the questions that mattered: where orders were going, what each shipment truly cost across zones, surcharges, service levels, and dimensional weight, and whether margins would hold at
For years, parcel shipping was treated as a tactical line item, an operational expense to be negotiated annually and audited periodically. If costs crept up, the response was predictable: renegotiate carrier contracts, tighten compliance, and look for billing errors. That approach worked when parcel spend was simpler and less strategically
USPS introduced several pricing, dimensional measurement, and manifest reporting changes effective July 12, 2026. These updates may impact how USPS Ground Advantage, Priority Mail, Priority Mail Express, and Parcel Select shipments are rated, particularly for shippers with lightweight packages, oversized packaging, or incomplete dimensional data. With this move, USPS is
As Investments in Fulfillment Operations Continue to Increase, Shippers Have an Opportunity and an Obligation to Bring Parcel Spend Under Management. E-Commerce Growth Isn’t Slowing Down On May 18, the U.S. Census Bureau announced its quarterly retail e-commerce sales numbers for the first quarter of 2026. The estimate was $302.3
In this episode of the Let’s Talk Supply Chain podcast, recorded live at Home Delivery World 2026 in Nashville, Sarah Barnes-Humphrey sits down with Gabrielle Murabito, Senior Manager, Customer Experience at Reveel, and Gloria Seckler Osana, Director, Operations Data and Strategy at GOAT Group, to explore how proactive anomaly detection
For years, shipping strategy has often been framed as a simple choice: parcel or freight. One handles small, fast-moving packages. The other moves goods in bulk. The distinction is clear (and on the surface, logical). But for today’s logistics and operations leaders, that binary thinking is becoming increasingly outdated. As
Independent Study | 2026 We put a frontier AI model up against real parcel audit data. Here’s why “just use ChatGPT” doesn’t work — and what the evidence actually shows. LLM accuracy when prompting directly ~ 0 % Accuracy with a deterministic rules engine + clean inputs 0 % Average
For years, parcel shipping has largely revolved around two dominant players: FedEx and UPS. But that dynamic is steadily shifting. Rising costs, ever-expanding surcharges, and increasing delivery expectations have opened the door to a growing ecosystem of regional carriers, last-mile providers, and mid-sized logistics companies. For shippers, retailers, and e-commerce
Data Is The Foundation Of Parcel Shipping Programs At Reveel, we have always intently focused on data, from the company’s early days when we first set out to help shippers level the playing field with carriers to today, when our platform features powerful artificial intelligence (AI) and analytics that make
A major auto parts retailer spending over $150 million annually on parcel shipping was facing three core challenges: limited insight into its own parcel data, rapidly escalating accessorial charges (including increases of up to 116% for oversized items between 2021–2025), and an entirely reactive approach that left marketing, operations, and
For companies such as Veracyte, a leading diagnostics company focused on advancing precision medicine in cancer care, being able to make quick and accurate decisions using real-time data is critical for patient care. Join the on-demand event to learn more about: Why Veracyte selected a best in class, forward thinking partner like Reveel The importance of having visibility and control in
Implementing a multi-carrier shipping strategy restores leverage and flexibility to shippers, but without a strategy in place, a diversified carrier mix can lead to billing confusion, missed volume commitments, and rising costs, instead of savings. This article walks through seven best practices that help shippers manage a multi-carrier strategy and
Every shipping operation runs on two engines. The first is the speed and accuracy of the work happening inside the warehouse. The second is the cost of moving each package once it leaves the dock. Strong internal processes keep orders flowing, but they tell only half the optimization story. Packaging
For years, parcel shippers could rely on a single national carrier and call it a profitable strategy. That era has ended. FedEx and UPS have narrowed the customer profiles they prize most, adjusted pricing more frequently, and shifted much of the annual cost increase into surcharges and definitional changes that
Genesco moves millions of packages each year across a complex multi-channel network that spans retail brands including Johnston & Murphy and Schuh. At that scale, parcel shipping complexity compounds fast. The team was struggling with fragmented data and manual reporting — month-end reports alone consumed up to six hours of
When was the last time a FedEx invoice got reviewed line by line? For most businesses, the answer is never. A FedEx billing audit reviews shipping invoices to catch overcharges, verify carrier service performance, and recover credits FedEx owes. It compares what FedEx charged against what actually happened with each
Reveel IQ is the AI shipping analyst that knows your data. Trained by experts, Reveel IQ understands what your data means in the content of your business. In this webinar the Reveel Customer Success team showcases how customers will be able to utilize Reveel IQ to go from questions to
Choosing the right parcel shipping company is one of the most critical decisions a shipping operation can make. It directly affects delivery speed, customer satisfaction, and the cost to move each package. The parcel carrier market is more competitive than it’s been in years. National carriers like UPS and FedEx
Shipment exceptions can cause a lot of confusion for both shippers and recipients. Whether it appears on a FedEx, UPS, or USPS tracking page, this status immediately raises questions. Is the package lost? Damaged? Stuck somewhere indefinitely? The short answer: probably not. A shipment exception is a carrier’s way of
A parcel shipping invoice is more than just a bill—it’s a detailed breakdown of every cost associated with moving your packages. But between base rates, surcharges, and accessorial fees, these invoices can be difficult to decipher. Carrier pricing structures are complex by design. Carriers like FedEx and UPS factor in
In this episode of the Let’s Talk Supply Chain podcast, recorded live Manifest 2026 in Las Vegas Sarah Barnes-Humphrey connects with Quinn Nelson, Senior Program Manager at Reveel and Tony Villanova VP of Technology Partnerships at Paccurate to discuss the 2026 GRI, parcel shipping landscape and how packaging optimization can
Managing your business’s parcel shipping spend is a logistics-wide effort that analyzes everything from carrier contracts to parcel invoices. And with shipping costs on the rise, every dollar counts. Carriers implement regular rate increases and surcharges every year, but shipping costs have risen significantly. Parcel shipping for FedEx and UPS
In compounding pharmacies, shipping is a direct extension of patient care. When medications are customized, temperature-sensitive, and time-critical, transportation performance can directly impact outcomes. For one fast-growing compounding pharmacy, rapid expansion made it clear that managing high-stakes shipments required more than negotiated carrier contracts, it required intelligence. As volume increases, so does complexity. The
A General Rate Increase (GRI) is the annual percentage adjustment that FedEx and UPS apply to their published base shipping rates. For 2026, both carriers set their GRI at 5.9%, matching the past two years. But here’s the real question: Is the GRI number the one you should be watching?
The parcel shipping industry is undergoing a significant transformation. Ecommerce continues to drive record package volumes, artificial intelligence is reshaping logistics operations, and shippers have more carrier options than ever before. At the same time, rising costs, new surcharge rules, and shifting trade policies are forcing businesses to rethink their
When BrainMD’s Happy Saffron Plus went viral on TikTok, daily orders spiked to 1,600 bottles almost overnight. The surge brought incredible opportunity, but it also revealed a challenge familiar to many fast-growing brands: shipping data that looks clear at a high level can hide serious profit risk at the SKU
Between Black Friday and Christmas, parcel carriers handle unprecedented shipping volumes—often double or triple their typical daily shipments. While this surge drives revenue, it also creates a complex web of deadlines, surcharges, and potential service disruptions that can quickly erode profit margins and damage customer relationships. Understanding carrier-specific shipping deadlines
Uncovering The Accessorial Landscape For Shippers in 2026 Shippers who do business with FedEx and UPS will encounter a 5.9% general rate increase for the coming year, with UPS’ new rates going into effect on Dec. 22 and FedEx’s on Jan. 5. But as most know, many significant cost increases
In home design and construction manufacturing, shipping is not just about moving materials; it is about maintaining margins, timelines, and customer trust. Yet many companies lack the visibility to control rising parcel costs across diverse product lines and carrier networks. That is where Reveel’s Parcel Spend Management 2.0™ makes the difference. By
When a major national furniture retailer shipping everything from small décor to oversized furniture noticed rising costs despite strong carrier relationships, its operations team suspected hidden inefficiencies. What they found with Reveel’s Parcel Spend Management 2.0™ platform was game-changing. Within days of implementation, the company gained real-time visibility into its shipping metrics:
As UPS and FedEx continue to expand revenue beyond the General Rate Increase (GRI), shippers are facing an unprecedented surge in accessorial charges. From oversize package surcharges and additional handling fees to expanding delivery area surcharges and rising fuel costs, navigating this new landscape requires more than just awareness—it demands
When I speak with ecommerce leaders, one theme consistently arises: shipping. It’s the moment of truth in the customer journey. You can have the best product and the slickest website, but if shipping feels too slow, too expensive, or too uncertain, customers will abandon their cart in seconds. That’s why
Peak season 2025 is approaching fast, and the stakes have never been higher for shippers. With consumers expecting faster delivery times and carriers facing unprecedented capacity constraints, preparation isn’t just recommended—it’s essential for peak season (and long-term) success. Last year’s peak season taught us that reactive shipping strategies lead to
In supply chain management, the terms “shipping” and “logistics” are frequently used interchangeably, so it’s easy to think that they address the same subject—but they don’t. While both are essential components of getting products from suppliers to customers, they operate at different scales and encompass different responsibilities within the supply
OverviewMotion Flow & Control Products (MFCP) is a fast-growing distributor of hydraulics and pneumatics components serving over 60 locations across the western U.S. With a mix of large freight shipments and small express parcels, MFCP faced mounting complexity in managing parcel shipping costs, contract compliance, and financial reporting. The Challenge
Did you know that a package weighing just 2 pounds can cost the same to ship as one weighing 15 pounds? This shipping pricing reality is known as dimensional weight pricing (DIM). Whether you’re managing ecommerce fulfillment or optimizing corporate logistics, mastering dimensional weight pricing can unlock significant cost savings
Managing shipping costs is never simple, but for one boutique online retailer using a drop-shipping model, it was especially complex. With dozens of vendors and separate parcel accounts, reconciling invoices and accurately allocating shipping costs had become a major operational burden. That changed with Reveel. By implementing Reveel’s Shipping Intelligence
If you are familiar with Reveel, use our platform, or have relied on our experts to decrease your shipping costs over the past two decades, you know we have very strong beliefs when it comes to parcel spend and the fact that it remains the least understood line item on
Today’s complex supply chains are models of efficiency, honed to be resilient and efficient. Yet, there is one component that remains largely unmanaged despite being a high-impact area that dramatically impacts bottom and top-line results. If you read this blog, you know I’m speaking of parcel shipping – a mission-critical
Regardless of whether you serve consumers as an omnichannel retailer, an e-commerce site or provide businesses with the supplies, parts and tools they need, you are probably feeling the impact of the tariffs and the uncertainty associated with them. Of course, no one knows what the long-term impact of the
When you’re the nation’s largest family-owned supplier of landscape and irrigation products, shipping operations can get messy, and fast. With more than 500 individual FedEx and UPS accounts spread across independently run branches, Ewing Outdoor Supply struggled with visibility, control, and cost containment across its parcel network. That changed when
With over 70 distribution centers and daily shipments ranging from tires to small specialty parts, U.S. AutoForce faced growing challenges managing its parcel shipping operations. Rising costs, invoice backlog, tedious GL coding, and claims left unfiled were all symptoms of one big issue: a lack of visibility and control. That changed with Reveel’s
Retail and ecommerce returns usually make the headlines in the days following the holiday shopping season, when it’s clear that however well-intentioned some gifts are better enjoyed by someone else – you know, the ugly sweater that’s not holiday-themed or the slippers that defy regifting. But as all shippers, retail,
Stop Leaving Money on the Table With Poor Vendor Selection Get Our Professional Parcel Spend Management RFP Template (Free) Most companies waste thousands annually by choosing the wrong parcel spend management vendor. A poorly structured RFP process leads to inadequate requirements, missed savings opportunities, and vendor relationships that don’t deliver
We here at Reveel wanted to understand what’s really going on behind closed doors in the shipping and logistics industry – so we asked. Our new “Parcel Shipping Intelligence Market Survey Report” gathered insights from supply chain finance and logistics leaders, and the results were eye-opening. While it’s no secret
Your logistics and shipping operations are the heart of your business. Without an efficient parcel spend management system in place, you risk incurring unnecessarily high shipping costs, experiencing poor customer satisfaction, and underperforming shipping operations. The first step is to find the right parcel shipping partner. The shipping partner you
Spot the Trends. Cut Through the Noise. Take Control of Your Spend. Parcel shipping is no longer just a line item — it’s a fast-moving, complex part of your business that demands strategic attention. Reveel’s 2025 Parcel Shipping Intelligence Report, developed with Supply Chain Dive, uncovers the latest trends shaping
In this episode of the Let’s Talk Supply Chain podcast, recorded live at Manifest 2025 in Las Vegas, Sarah Barnes-Humphrey connects with Marc Aliotta, VP of Partnerships at Reveel and Jack Margeson, VP of Alliances at Deposco to discuss innovation and the strategic partnership between Reveel and Deposco. Listeners will
In a logistics landscape defined by complexity and cost pressure, data-driven clarity can be the difference between margin erosion and scalable growth. This on-demand session features Reveel, Deposco, and BrainMD as they explore how one fast-growing health and wellness brand gained end-to-end control of its fulfillment and shipping operations. Watch
Temperature-Controlled Logistics & Regulatory Compliance Excellence Pharmaceutical and life sciences companies face unique and critical challenges in managing parcel shipping. The need for timely, secure, and compliant shipments is essential to ensure patient safety, regulatory adherence, and operational efficiency. Rising shipping costs, regulatory requirements, and the complexity of global supply
Access our informative webinar recording that reveals how U.S. AutoForce transformed its logistics operations through advanced shipping optimization strategies. In this on-demand session, you’ll explore the significant impact of automation and actionable insights in driving both efficiency and cost savings. Learn about U.S. AutoForce’s successful implementation of shipping optimization solutions,
How a Global Retailer Streamlined Shipping and Cut Costs by 30% As you can imagine, managing logistics for a high-end fashion retailer with multiple brands, department store concessions, and hundreds of locations presents a unique set of challenges. Before working with Reveel, this fashion retailer struggled with inefficiencies in their
Shipping for large-scale manufacturing isn’t just about moving products from point A to point B—it’s about maintaining a smooth, cost-effective supply chain that meets customer demands and keeps businesses competitive. And with large, heavy, or oversized packages, efficient shipping isn’t just a necessity—it’s a competitive advantage. However, navigating the complexities
Industry: Aftermarket Parts | Headquarters: Blaine, MN | Shipments: 4M+/year Challenge Arrowhead Engineered Products, the largest North American supplier of aftermarket parts, serves powersports, automotive, heavy-duty, and industrial markets with 99% of orders shipped the same day. Yet, their logistics and finance teams faced major obstacles: limited visibility into parcel
As any business based around shipping goods to customers already knows, optimizing parcel spend is crucial for maintaining a healthy bottom line. There are numerous challenges along the way, including deciphering annual carrier rate increases, determining how to adjust variables to reflect changes in weight or size allowances, and balancing
On-Demand Webinar | Watch Now In today’s volatile shipping landscape, relying solely on FedEx and UPS can drive up costs, create capacity constraints, and limit flexibility. Forward-thinking shippers are diversifying their carrier networks to unlock cost savings, improve service reliability, and reduce risk—but when does it make sense to make
Reliability, cost-efficiency, and data security are non-negotiable areas in healthcare logistics and shipping. As the healthcare industry continues to face increasing demands for faster and more transparent parcel delivery services, UPS has stepped up with its Healthcare Initiative. The initiative is focused on providing specialized logistics solutions for healthcare providers,
As we dive into 2025, the parcel shipping landscape is undergoing significant shifts, and businesses need to stay informed to navigate these changes effectively. From rising costs to evolving carrier strategies, this year promises both challenges and opportunities for shippers. Understanding the Impact of Rate Increases Each year, the big
Auto parts shipping faces unique hurdles, from the urgency of delivery to managing bulky and heavy shipments that incur high fees. Key challenges include: Visibility Gaps: Limited real-time insights into parcel spend. Negotiation Issues: Difficulty securing favorable carrier contracts. High Costs: Heavy reliance on express shipping without alternatives. Inefficiencies: Challenges
Challenge A leading third-party logistics (3PL) provider struggled to manage parcel shipping operations efficiently. Their reliance on Excel spreadsheets for tracking revenue and customer markups led to limited real-time visibility into profit margins and operational performance. The 3PL’s revenue depended on reselling discounted FedEx rates with markups, but outdated processes
General Rate Increases (GRIs) by carriers like UPS and FedEx challenge businesses with complex, customer-specific cost impacts. Reveel’s GRI Impact Analysis provides clear, actionable insights that empower companies to budget effectively, renegotiate terms, and optimize operations in the face of rising shipping costs. The Challenge Businesses often struggle to navigate
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
This article was contributed by ProShip, a key Reveel partner specializing in multi-carrier shipping software solutions. The holiday season is a time for bringing joy and cheer through your brand’s store and shipping operations. Ensuring timely delivery is essential during peak season, navigating carrier pricing complexities, partnering with carriers for capacity
In the life sciences industry, efficient and reliable shipping is not just a logistical challenge—it’s a critical component of business success. Whether it’s delivering temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals, high-value laboratory equipment, or time-sensitive clinical trial materials, companies in this sector face unique shipping complexities. Unfortunately, this area of significant spending has been
Shipping costs are a critical part of the operational landscape in the world of auto parts distribution and logistics. With constant pressures to deliver parts quickly and cost-effectively, automotive companies face the challenge of balancing customer expectations with rising shipping expenses, which is no easy feat. And as the industry
