January 30, 2026

How Carrier Fees Signal Scaling Friction

Frequently Asked Questions

How do carrier fees reveal scaling problems?

As volume grows, systematic issues compound. Residential surcharges on 15% of packages when volume doubles signals data validation isn't scaling. DAS charges spike when warehousing footprint doesn't match demand geography.

Which carrier fees are early warning signals?

Address correction fees and residential surcharges grow with sloppy data at scale. Dimensional charges spike when packaging wasn't designed for the SKU mix you now ship. Peak surcharges compound when you can't smooth volume across the calendar.

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paul@darrigoconsulting.com

I’m Paul D’Arrigo. I’ve spent my career building, fixing, and scaling operations across eCommerce, fulfillment, logistics, and SaaS businesses, from early-stage companies to multi-million-dollar operators. I’ve been on both sides of growth: as a founder, an operator, and a fractional COO brought in when things get complex and execution starts to break

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