Smaller shippers that have special shipping needs but find they are too small to warrant much attention from the national providers may want to consult a regional carrier. Regional carriers are often quite flexible in accommodating specific needs and concerns. Generally, a company should be shipping about five packages a week to consider working with a regional carrier. Pricing from these carriers at such shipping volumes can be quite competitive with the larger players. Until recently, only the Postal Service's Express Mail has a standard program that delivers on Sundays and Holidays.
Emery uses a different pricing system than other companies.
Prices are quoted for each package based on the firm's current traffic and shipping loads. When sending a package, make sure to ask when in the day the recipient needs to receive it. Next afternoon delivery is significantly less expensive than morning delivery. Some carriers offer heavily discounted overnight shipping envelopes to companies willing to pre-pay for shipping. Check when packages arrive.