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Aug. 19, 2025

Issue No. 964

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The August issue of Office Technology, the monthly magazine of the Business Technology Association, is now posted on the BTA website.

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Shipping & Freight Discounts

As a BTA member, you are eligible to receive exclusive discounts and preferred pricing with the leading transportation providers in the industry — UPS and TForce Freight. Whether you ship envelopes, packages, crates or pallets, these carriers can provide a solution.

Members now have access to new and improved flat-rate pricing through UPS, no matter how much you ship, when you ship or where it is going.


Members-only savings include:

  • 10% on UPS Next Day Air Early
  • 50% on Next Day/Deferred
  • 30% on Ground Commercial
  • International: 50% on Export/40% on Import/25% on Canada Standard
  • Savings begin at 75% on UPS Freight shipments of more than 150 lbs.
  • In addition, members can take advantage of UPS Smart Pickup service for free.

TForce Freight understands the importance of ensuring your shipments are delivered reliably and on time, even during unforeseen events. It is the only LTL carrier to offer UPS Ground with freight pricing. By using the UPS network, you can quickly compare LTL and GFP rates side-by-side online and choose the one that best fits your budget and needs.

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