Printer-Friendly FedEx vs. UPS technology

If you’re using	Consider trying	Description and benefits	To learn more	To switch
UPS Internet Shipping	FedEx Ship Manager® at fedex.com	Web-based solution that streamlines your shipping process by allowing you to set preferences and customize your settings.	View the Quick Demo.	Open a FedEx account.
UPS Internet Shipping	FedEx® QuickShip: Microsoft® Office Outlook® Plug-in	Allows you to create and track U.S. shipments, get rates, schedule pickups, and find the nearest staffed FedEx location — all without leaving your Microsoft Office Outlook application.	View the demo.	Get a FedEx account number, then download and install FedEx QuickShip.
UPS WorldShip^® (or integrated UPS Worldship using Crossware)	FedEx Ship Manager® Software (or integrated FedEx Ship Manager using FedEx Integration Assistant of FedEx Integrator)	Ideal for mailrooms, warehouses and businesses that lack high-speed Internet access. Offers a full range of shipping functions. Integrates with most accounting, order-management, warehouse-management and other business systems.	Get more information.	Download the software or contact your FedEx account executive for a software kit.
	FedEx Ship Manager® Hardware	Includes FedEx Ship Manager Software preinstalled on a PC provided by FedEx. Gives you a full range of shipping functions so you can handle large volumes and automate your entire shipping process.	Get more information.	Contact your FedEx account executive to find out if you qualify.
UPS CampusShip®	FedEx Ship Manager® Shipping Administration	Administrative feature that allows users with administrative privileges to centrally manage and control shipments processed by multiple individuals shipping from different locations.	Read the Quick Guide.	Review the Getting Started guide.
UPS Data Exchange Server	FedEx Ship Manager® Server	An integration interface to customer-hosted functionality. Server software is installed in your data center and integrated into your existing business software.	Review information on the FedEx Developer Resource Center.	Contact your FedEx account executive.
UPS XML and APIs	FedEx Web Services	An interface to FedEx hosted functionality that is used by developers to integrate FedEx shipping or document printing and finishing functionality into software programs, Web sites or Web applications.	Review information on the FedEx Developer Resource Center.	Register and access technical services.
UPS Ready^®	FedEx® Compatible Solutions Program	Integrates FedEx shipping capabilities into many of the most popular business software systems. Benefits include: reliable FedEx® shipping within the software system your employees already know and use, no separate hardware or software, and no minimum volume requirements.	Review information about the program and the approved software providers.	Request information through provider links, contact the software provider directly or contact your FedEx account executive.
Tracking on UPS.com	Tracking on fedex.com	Web-based application allows customers to track up to 30 shipments by tracking numbers and references; receive e-mail notifications of shipment exceptions and delivery status; and send the current shipment status via e-mails. In addition to tracking at fedex.com, customers can also request tracking results via e-mail.		Go to fedex.com and enter your tracking number.
Tracking on UPS.com	FedEx Desktop	A free tracking application that displays shipment-status information directly on your desktop. Automatically monitors the status of shipments and automatically notifies you of critical events.	Learn more and view the demo.	Obtain a fedex.com user name and password. Then download FedEx Desktop.
Quantum View^®	FedEx InSight® (Advanced Tracking)	Web-based business tool that offers an advanced level of visibility into your shipping activities. Proactively tracks your inbound, outbound and third-party shipments. Automatically notifies you via e-mail, Internet or wireless connections of critical shipping events. Helps pinpoint customs delays and delivery attempts and recommends actions to speed up delivery.	Learn more and view the demo.	Go to the Getting Started area to start the registration process.
UPS TradeAbility™	FedEx® Global Trade Manager	Web-based tools that help streamline the international shipping process, including document determination and preparation, duty and tax estimation, denied party screening, country profiles, and shipping advisories.	View the demo.	Some tools require a fedex.com user name and password. Register as required from the FedEx Global Trade Manager home page.
UPS Billing Center	FedEx® Billing Online	Web-based solution for reviewing, managing, disputing and paying FedEx invoices online.	Review information and the demo.	Register for FedEx Billing Online. (Click on the "Sign Up Now" link.
Reports available through various UPS Online Tools	FedEx® Reporting Online	Web-based solution for proactively managing reporting needs and making timely, informed business decisions about FedEx shipping activities. Request, view and download standard summary and detailed shipping reports for single or multiple FedEx Express and FedEx Ground accounts. Schedule weekly or monthly reports, as well as invite other users.	View the demo or contact your FedEx account executive to schedule a demo.	Register for a FedEx account number and a fedex.com user name and password. Then go to More Account Tools.
UPS.com Claims	FedEx® Claims Online	Web-based solution for filing loss or damage claims. Gives you the choice to receive claim status e-mails, download claim reports, set-up EFT payments for FedEx Express claims and attach supporting documents.	View the demo.	Register for a fedex.com user name and password then get started at fedex.com/us/claimsonline.
UPS Wireless	FedEx Mobile	Use your mobile device or PDA to create a shipping label, track shipment status, receive e-mail notifications, check rates and find the nearest FedEx location.	View the demo.	Go to fedex.com/mobi.
UPS Online Address Book to Prepare Shipments	FedEx Online Address Book	Online address book that allows you to import your existing contacts from DHL to facilitate your transition with FedEx. The address book will help you to store and update contacts, conduct address verification to confirm whether or not you have a valid address, create groups, import/export address files, import addresses from Microsoft Outlook and customize settings tailored to your needs.		Register for a fedex.com user name and password then get started.