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Navigating the Shift: How to Lead Your Drivers Through Change

Posted by Jeff Walczak on 2/9/26 10:52 AM

The only constant in logistics is change, but let’s be honest: the current environment feels more like a perfect storm than a simple shift. Between the massive operational restructuring of FedEx Network 2.0 and the volatility of package volumes, stability is hard to find.

Now, add the technology shake-up to the mix. With PackageRoute being absorbed into GroundCloud and subsequently sunsettled, many contractors are facing a forced migration. You are likely asking yourself: How do I move an entire team of creatures of habit—my drivers—into a new environment without losing productivity or my sanity?

It is not just about swapping one app for another. It is about leadership. Here is how to navigate your team through the transition to ezRoute and the eTruckBiz ecosystem.

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Topics: FedEx, Management, coaching, change, consulting, Ground Cloud, Package Route, Network 2.0, ezRoute, Route Optimization

Moving Beyond PackageRoute: A Pro Contractor’s Guide To Software Selection

Posted by Jeff Walczak on 1/27/26 7:31 PM

The January 31st deadline isn’t just a date on the calendar—it is a "Zero Hour" for your operation. As GroundCloud sunsets the PackageRoute application, many FedEx contractors feel like they are being herded toward a single, expensive alternative.

When a critical tool disappears, the natural instinct is to scramble for the nearest replacement. However, panic often leads to expensive mistakes. This transition isn't just an operational headache; it is a strategic opportunity. You have the chance to reassess your tech stack, cut unnecessary overhead, and align your business with the financial realities of 2026.

But as a business owner, you know that forced decisions are rarely the most profitable ones. When you are pushed into a corner, the best move is to step back and apply a logical framework to ensure your choice protects your margins in 2026.

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Topics: Ground Cloud, Package Route, routing app, Sunset, Descartes, Business Growth & Support System, ezRoute, Route Optimization

PacakgeRoute Sunset: Don’t Let the Jan. 31 Deadline Force Your Hand

Posted by Jeff Walczak on 1/21/26 10:08 AM

For many FedEx Service Providers, the last six months have been filled with uncertainty. Since Descartes acquired PackageRoute, the clock has been ticking. Now, with the January 31 deadline looming, that ticking has turned into a loud alarm.

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Topics: Business Tools, FedEx, Package Route, Network 2.0, Plan, Descartes, ezRoute, Route Optimization, AI

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