The Complexities of Shipping & Handling Fees

A freight consultant can help you get a lower rate from the major carriers, often getting 5- to 12-percent cost reductions, Barry continues. Also, a freight consolidator may help you reap economies of scale.

Also explore shipping alternatives. Says Mollo, “You may be able to truck goods to a consolidation point to mail from the BMC or go right to the local DDU.”