What Is a Workshare Partner in Shipping?

A workshare partner is a logistics provider that sorts, processes, and inducts packages into USPS or other carriers at a discounted rate. These partners help reduce costs & improve efficiency.

How Workshare Partners Operate:

1. Packages are picked up & sorted by a workshare partner (e.g., FirstMile).
2. Shipments are inducted into USPS closer to the delivery destination.
3. Final-mile delivery is completed by USPS or another last-mile carrier.

Benefits of Workshare Partnerships:

✔️ Lower Shipping Costs – Reduces USPS processing & handling fees.

✔️ Faster Transit Times – Packages enter the USPS network closer to final delivery.

✔️ Scalability for High-Volume Shippers – Supports large ecommerce fulfillment.

How FirstMile Uses Workshare Partnerships:

🚀 Inducts packages into USPS, DHL eCommerce & regional carriers

💰 Reduces postage & last-mile fees for high-volume shippers

📦 Optimizes shipping zones for faster transit