# Resources

Free expert guides, articles, and more to help you ship smarter, ship faster, and save money.

### [Guides](/content/resources/#guides/index.html)
Download free reports and expert how-to’s.

### [Blog](/content/resources/#blog/index.html)
Discover news, tips and industry best practices.

### [Case Studies](/content/resources/#stories/index.html)
Learn how others use Logistics Intelligence.

## Featured Resources

## How to Run a More Profitable 3PL Business
The 3PL market is more competitive than it has ever been. The 3PLs pulling ahead are working with better information: Faster proposals, visible client performance, margin clarity by brand, and a back office that doesn’t require manual effort.
[Read Blog Article](/content/resources/2024-fedex-ups-demand-peak-season-surcharge-guide/index.html)

## 7 KPIs to Measure Shipping Carrier Performance
This article focuses on the 7 KPIs that measure carrier performance directly. These are the operational and financial signals that determine whether a carrier is worth what you’re paying.
[Read Blog Article](/content/resources/the-2025-general-rate-increase-gri-is-coming-what-we-expect-and-how-to-prepare/index.html)

## How Fortive Reduces Parcel Spend & Increases Visibility with Sifted's AI Insights
By leveraging SiftedAI, Fortive gained clear visibility across carriers and ongoing cost savings through tools like AI-powered Recommendations and Package Modeling.
[Read Case Study](/content/case-studies/how-fortive-reduces-parcel-spend-increases-visibility-with-sifteds-ai-insights/index.html)

## Guides

## 2026 FedEx & UPS GRI Analysis
For the third consecutive year, FedEx and UPS have announced a 5.9% average General Rate Increase (GRI). Download our report for all the details + how to prepare.
[Download eBook](/content/guides/2026-gri-analysis/index.html)

## 2025 Consumer Survey: The Importance of a Positive Delivery Experience
This report outlines the 2025 delivery trends you can’t ignore, plus practical strategies to boost conversions, cut costs, and protect customer relationships.
[Download eBook](/content/guides/2025-consumer-survey-positive-delivery/index.html)

## Prep for Peak Season Now to Avoid Shipping Issues During the Holidays
The time is now to take a hard look at your supply chain, so you can protect your business from disruptions.
[Download Checklist](/content/guides/5-biggest-hidden-shipping-inefficiencies/index.html)

## Customer Stories

## Beddy's Case Study
Learn how Beddy’s used a “virtual sandbox” to revolutionize their distribution strategy and save $493,000 over in shipping fees.
[Read More](/content/case-studies/beddys/index.html)

## Kendra Scott Case Study
Kendra Scott knew there were opportunities to minimize wasted dollars - and they were right. See how they’ve saved $240,000+.
[Read More](/content/case-studies/kendra-scott/index.html)

## Markforged Case Study
How Markforged Maintains Ongoing Parcel Cost Savings and Multi-Carrier Visibility
[Read More](/content/case-studies/how-markforged-maintains-consistent-parcel-cost-savings-and-visibility/index.html)