Shipping Contract Optimization:
How to Reduce Parcel Costs Without Changing Carriers
Shipping contracts are full of fine print, fluctuating surcharges, and vague incentive structures. Shipware helps you manage and renegotiate carrier agreements to reduce costs—without disrupting your operations or switching providers.
Most Shipping Contracts Favor the Carrier
Even experienced shipping teams struggle to interpret carrier agreements. Negotiated rates might seem fair, but without benchmarking or market visibility, many businesses miss critical savings opportunities hidden in their contracts. Our experts bring clarity, leverage, and measurable results.
SHIFTING TERMS TO YOUR FAVOR, NOT THE CARRIER
Know How Carrier Pricing Works — We know Because We’ve Been There
Our team includes former pricing executives from major carriers. We understand how agreements are structured and where flexibility exists. Whether you’re working with FedEx, UPS, or both, we analyze your contracts and shipping profile to negotiate more favorable terms, customized to your actual needs.
Comprehensive Contract Management & Negotiation
Carrier contracts involve dozens of variables—from minimums and surcharges to complex incentive ladders. We review:
Rate tiers and base pricing
Dimensional weight charges and thresholds
Accessorials, fuel surcharges, and DAS
Volume-based rebates and thresholds
We benchmark your terms against market standards and remain in the background while you remain the face of the negotiation.
Optimization Doesn’t End with a New Contract
Post-negotiation, we monitor your invoices to ensure your new rates are correctly applied. Shipware’s audit engine flags late deliveries, billing errors, and refund opportunities—keeping your savings on track long after the contract is signed.
Leverage Your Shipping Data to Drive Better Decisions
Reveal Hidden Costs:
Uncover charges that erode margin—like accessorials and minimums.
Benchmark with Confidence:
See how your rates compare to similar shippers by volume, zone, and service.
Drive Long-Term Savings:
Achieve better contract terms and validate ROI with ongoing invoice audits.
Streamlined Solutions That Save You Money
Shipware saves customers 21% on annual shipping contracts
See where you can reduce shipping costs, risk-free
