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Peak season surcharges are temporary fees imposed by carriers during high-demand shipping periods, such as the holiday season (November–December).
How to Reduce Peak Season Surcharges:
✔️ Ship before peak periods (October & early November)
✔️ Use hybrid carriers like Xparcel for lower surcharges
✔️ Offer in-store pickup or local delivery alternatives
How FirstMile Helps Businesses Manage Peak Season Shipping Costs:
📦 Xparcel dynamically selects the lowest-cost carrier to minimize surcharges
💰 Multi-carrier options allow businesses to shift volume away from costly routes
🚀 Predictive shipping analytics help prepare for holiday demand
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