FedEx Partners with OneRail to Offer Two-Hour and End-of-Day Delivery via SameDay Local
FedEx has launched FedEx SameDay Local with OneRail, integrating over 1,000 delivery providers via API to offer two-hour and end-of-day time-definite windows with live tracking. It targets high-margin B2B and specialized B2C segments to lower unit costs and boost profitability by leveraging third-party delivery networks.
1. FedEx Rolls Out SameDay Local with OneRail
FedEx has introduced FedEx SameDay Local through a partnership with OneRail, connecting retail customers to a network of over 1,000 delivery providers. The solution automatically matches orders to drivers, assigns routes, and offers live tracking from pickup to delivery.
2. Time-Definite Delivery and API Integration
SameDay Local offers two-hour and end-of-day time-definite delivery windows at checkout, enabled by OneRail’s last-mile orchestration platform. API integrations allow merchants to embed the service seamlessly and monitor delivery status in near-real-time.
3. Strategic Shift to High-Margin Segments
The initiative targets high-margin B2B and specialized B2C verticals, aiming to reduce unit costs by leveraging third-party carriers. By outsourcing last-mile fulfillment, FedEx expects to bolster profitability while maintaining competitive pricing across its nationwide network.