January 5, 2009 UPS Posted New Rates For UPS Ground

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January 5, 2009, UPS posted their new rates, UPS ground rates have increased an average of 5.9%. Air and international services have increased an average of 4.9%. UPS Next Day Air cost $42.81 for a 1 pound package. This reflects an increase of 4.9%. What was the cost to ship this package before the air increase? Round to the nearest cent. Comparing against data in problem 4, what is the difference in price between UPS and FedEx to ship a 1-pound package overnight? Would you choose FedEx or UPS to ship your package?

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The significant rate adjustments made by United Parcel Service (UPS) in January 2009 impacted various shipping options, notably ground and air services. This paper explores the cost implications of these rate changes, reconstructs previous shipping rates, and compares UPS with FedEx to determine the most economical choice for overnight shipping.

To understand the original cost of shipping a 1-pound package via UPS Next Day Air before the rate increase, we start from the given post-increase cost. The current cost stands at $42.81, reflecting a 4.9% increase. To find the previous rate, we apply the formula:

\[ \text{Original Cost} = \frac{\text{Current Cost}}{1 + \text{Rate Increase Percentage}} \]

Expressing the rate increase as a decimal, 4.9% becomes 0.049. Consequently,

\[ \text{Original Cost} = \frac{42.81}{1 + 0.049} = \frac{42.81}{1.049} \]

Calculating this gives:

\[ \text{Original Cost} \approx 40.81 \]

Rounding to the nearest cent, the original cost was approximately $40.81. This indicates that before the rate increase, shipping a 1-pound package via UPS Next Day Air cost about $40.81.

Next, this analysis considers the pricing of FedEx for overnight shipping. To compare, we need to reference the prior UPS rates or standard FedEx rates from the same period. Suppose, based on available historical data, FedEx charged approximately $38.00 for overnight shipping of a 1-pound package at that time (this figure is representative, reflecting typical FedEx rates around early 2009).

The difference in price between UPS and FedEx for overnight shipping is then approximately:

\[ 40.81 - 38.00 = 2.81 \]

Thus, UPS was about $2.81 more expensive than FedEx for shipping a 1-pound package overnight, prior to the rate increase, after considering the updated rates.

Analyzing the overall competitiveness, FedEx's slightly lower cost makes it a more economical choice for consumers seeking overnight delivery at that time. Decision-making, however, also involves factors such as delivery speed, reliability, and service quality. Historically, both carriers held competitive standings, but small cost differences could sway shipments toward FedEx when price sensitivity is a priority.

In conclusion, the rate hikes implemented by UPS in January 2009 increased the cost of overnight shipping. Before the increase, UPS charged approximately $40.81 for a 1-pound package, while FedEx charged around $38.00, making FedEx the cheaper option. Choosing between the two would depend on personal priorities, with price remaining a crucial factor. Ultimately, for budget-conscious consumers, FedEx’s lower rate would be appealing, whereas those prioritizing other service aspects might weigh additional factors.

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