Expedited Freight Shipping: When to Pay the Premium

Expedited freight shipping costs 40-200% more than standard service, but specific business scenarios make the premium worthwhile. Production line shutdowns where each hour of downtime costs thousands make expedited parts delivery highly cost-effective. Product launches with hard deadlines, trade shows requiring exact timing, and supply chain disruptions threatening customer commitments all justify [expedited freight](/services/expedited). Service levels include same-day hotshot for critical needs within 500 miles, overnight service using team drivers covering up to 1,000 miles, time-definite with specific delivery commitments, and exclusive-use service dedicating vehicles solely to your freight. Cost analysis must consider not just freight premiums but business impact: lost production, missed deadlines, customer satisfaction, and competitive positioning. A $2,000 expedited freight charge is negligible compared to $50,000 in lost production or losing a major customer. Strategic use of expedited freight maintains business continuity and customer satisfaction while standard freight handles routine shipments, optimizing the balance between cost and service across your freight program. MPS Freight Management offers [expedited cross-border shipping](/services/expedited) with priority customs clearance. Contact (866) 200-9989.