Fast, efficient deliveries without adding costs or seasonal surcharges
Real-time tracking including SMS communications
Proof of deliveries, and more…



During the upcoming Peak Season, online shoppers will demand fast deliveries for free or low costs. However, if you’re using a traditional carrier like UPS or FedEx, for same-, next-, or two-day delivery rates can be 2-3 times the rate for ground shipping. Add in any number of Peak Season surcharges, and deliveries get expensive in a minute. Not to mention adding in fuel and residential surcharges, too.
But brands have been wary of transitioning to a modern delivery provider, especially for Peak Season, due to concerns including:
These misconceptions are preventing brands from diversifying their carrier strategy or moving to another carrier altogether. But it's time to reconsider in time for Peak Season.
Many modern last-mile delivery carriers have new technologies that help, not hurt, their ability to provide fast deliveries at affordable prices, sometimes at close-to-ground rates. Furthermore, that same technology that supports fast deliveries often scales easily too. Plus, some modern delivery providers, including AxleHire, have built their platforms to provide the most efficient warehouse-to-doorstep experience for not only the customer but the brand.
“Emerging models like independent couriers, crowd-shipping services, and autonomous delivery can be layered into traditional methods to support growth and service performance.”
–Deloitte, Digital Commerce Transformation
Fast, efficient deliveries without adding costs or seasonal surcharges
Real-time tracking including SMS communications
Proof of deliveries, and more…