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Smarter Shipping Solutions: How a GPO Helps Businesses Save

Smarter Shipping Solutions: How a GPO Helps Businesses Save

September 22, 2025
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Shipping plays a vital role in every business, whether you’re moving products across town or across the world. But for many small and medium-sized businesses, managing shipping on their own can quickly become overwhelming.

Sourcing rates from multiple carriers is often slow, difficult, and time-consuming. The process can also lead to missed opportunities for savings and efficiency. That’s why working with a Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) can make all the difference.

Why Shipping Matters More Than Ever

In today’s market, reliable shipping isn’t just about moving goods, it’s about meeting customer expectations, protecting margins, and keeping operations running smoothly.

  • Customers expect fast, affordable delivery.
  • Delays and errors can damage your reputation.
  • Rising carrier costs put pressure on profit margins.

Shipping has become a competitive advantage and companies that manage it well see real benefits to their bottom line.

The Power of a One-Stop Shipping Platform

Instead of juggling multiple carriers and rate sheets, businesses can now access an all-in-one platform through Freightcom an Entegra Partner.

This streamlined system:

  • Provides real-time discounted rates from leading carriers.
  • Lets you choose the best option for every shipment.
  • Saves time by optimizing the entire process.

Every shipment becomes faster, easier, and more affordable without the headache of shopping around.

Wide Range of Shipping Services

The Entegra-backed platform connects your business to top Canadian and international shipping companies, ensuring flexibility for all your needs:

  • Domestic and cross-border LTL freight
  • Domestic, cross-border, and international courier services
  • eCommerce shipping solutions
  • And much more

Whether you’re a growing eCommerce retailer or a medium-sized distributor, these options ensure you’re covered from local deliveries to global shipments.

Why Work With a GPO?

On your own, negotiating shipping discounts can be tough, especially for smaller businesses. But by joining a Entegra, you leverage the buying power of a larger network.

That means:

  • Savings: Access lower rates normally reserved for big shippers.
  • Support: Work with a trusted partner to simplify logistics.
  • Scalability: Ship smarter as your business grows.

With a GPO, you’re not just cutting costs you’re building a shipping strategy that keeps your business competitive.

Final Takeaway

Shipping is essential to customer satisfaction and business growth but it doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated. By working with Entegra, businesses gain access to discounted carrier rates, streamlined processes, and real savings on every shipment.

In an industry where speed and efficiency matter most, smarter shipping solutions deliver more than packages they deliver profits.