Holiday Shipping

The shipping company cuts its profit forecast, blaming the cost of extra measures it took to ensure deliveries were on time during the 2014 holiday season, and hinted it would start charging retailers more.

Be prepared for the annual race to send packages to all corners by doing the proper advance legwork.

The charges could apply to late, unplanned packages or the shipping giant might turn down the business if it threatens disruptions during the peak holiday season.

Before the deluge of activity, strategize about carriers and packaging. Then help your customers prepare for the rush season, too.