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So, What Is Expedited Shipping, Anyway?
Your business moves fast — and you need shipping services to match that pace. When you have commitments to keep, expedited shipping can be just the ticket. Whether it's highly competitive products, perishable goods and temperature-sensitive shipments, urgent inventory needs, or that timely document your business partner can't wait another day for — use expedited shipping (by ground or air) for delivery overnight or in one, two or three business days.
Our Expedited Shipping Hub is your business's gateway to fast shipping. Check out each section below, where you'll find links to articles providing explanations, expert insights and advice. You'll learn what expedited shipping has to offer, the value it can bring to your business, and what you can do to help keep your shipments in the fast lane. Plus, we'll offer you pointers other third-party logistics providers keep under wraps.
Speedy delivery for urgent parcel shipments
We get it. Sometimes your parcel shipments are so urgent they needed to arrive yesterday. While we can't turn back time, you can get the next-best thing: UPS® expedited parcel shipping. And don't rule out ground shipping. In some areas, UPS® Ground service can arrive just as fast as expedited shipping.
Use these resources to find the best parcel shipping service to fit your budget. Plus, get tips on how to make UPS pickup options work in your favor.
How To Choose UPS® Overnight Services for Parcel
Understanding the nuances of overnight parcel shipping can be confusing. Worldwide Express is a 3PL that can help!
Worldwide Express is dedicated to your success!
Find out how Worldwide Express utilizes its expertise to build relationships that lead to success for shippers like you.
Fast and Flexible: Know Your UPS Options
When you ship with Worldwide and UPS, you have an incredible range of cost-effective delivery options at your fingertips.
Which UPS Pickup Type is Right For You?
Worldwide Express and UPS offer a range of pickup options. Discover which one is right for your business.
Get it there on time with expedited freight shipping
Need fast delivery for your larger freight shipments? That's right up our alley! We'll connect you with carriers that offer fast truckload (FTL) freight shipping from overnight delivery to delivery in just a few days. And if you think speedy shipping it outside the boundaries of less-than-truckload (LTL) freight, think again. A partial load delivery could be just the service to handle your LTL freight.
See the many service types our freight carriers handle and the different modes available to serve your express shipping needs:
Keep Urgent Cargo Moving Forward with Overnight Freight Shipping
Your shipping needs can become urgent overnight. Here’s how overnight shipping can help you meet challenging business obligations.
LTL vs FTL shipping: How Volume LTL and Partial Truckload Compare
Learn the differences between volume LTL and partial truckload and see which is better for your middle-ground cargo.
Air Freight: The Low-Down on Sky-High Shipments
Air freight might be a scramble, but you can be ready with our air-tight tips and details for airborne shipments.
Freight Services Guide
Learn how to effectively manage your shipping by better understanding these 10 types of freight services.
Ensure your expedited shipments are set up for fast delivery
You've heard the saying, "It takes two to tango." You'll find it's even true in shipping. No matter if you need standard vs. expedited delivery, both you and the carrier are responsible for getting shipments delivered on time. Chances are your shipments will get delayed if the bill of lading is inaccurate or your goods aren't properly packaged or your operations need fine-tuning. (You get the picture.)
Here's some insight on what to do on your end to help get your parcel and freight shipments delivered super-speedy fast:
Tips on How To Avoid Shipping Delays
Learn about the most common reasons freight shipments are delayed, and how you can avoid them.
Why was my package delayed in transit?
We answer this, plus give you a look at reasons for package delay, and how to prevent it and cope when it does occur.
Explore Multiple Warehouse Distribution Networks
A multi-warehouse shipping operation could be the best way to cover more ground for your freight customers.
4 Packaging Mistakes You Could Be Making
Don’t let packaging slow down productivity. Save time and ship like a pro with these tips.
Choose top carriers with a capacity for fast shipping
Between UPS for parcel shipments and the high-caliber 75 LTL and 45,000+ FTL carriers in our network, just say the word and your shipments will be on the fast track for successful delivery. Trust us — we know. In fact, we're the largest non-retail authorized reseller of UPS shipping services and a top 10 U.S. freight brokerage. We'll make sure you're taken care of.
There's a lot that goes into choosing shipping carriers. Use this guide to help you make the right decision for your business.
Your Checklist To Finding a New Freight Carrier
Asking the right questions is key to finding a new freight carrier. Learn which ones to ask in our checklist!
What WWEX Looks for in Freight Carriers
Worldwide Express partners only with the best freight carriers. Learn what we look for and what it means for you.
Choose the Right Shipping Carrier: 5 Steps to Success
Do you need help evaluating shipping carriers? These five steps can help you choose the right one.
UPS and Worldwide Express: A Winning Combination for Shipping Services
Learn how our partnership with UPS can help you solve your toughest shipping challenges.
Expect Expedited Shipping Excellence with Worldwide Express
When it comes to the urgent shipping needs of small and midsized businesses, Worldwide Express makes it easy to find shipping services for every speed, scenario and budget.