Really great info on the breakdown of where the gains were made and how the originators of Federal Express brought their company forward contract after contract. To many times history is forgotten and how we got where we are today, the struggle is real. Very insightful for those of us “on the outside looking in” from those who have had skin in the game for a decade and far more.

Our outfit struggles with the same unknown clashes/struggles/tactics of contracts/mergers past and relatively newer folks not understanding how confrontational contract talk can truly be throwing fuel on the fire unceremoniously. We were significantly behind FedEx/UPS but were just above the Majors nearly 10 years ago (not by much and leap frogged quickly thereafter). FedEx/UPS built the foundation for many to chase and while we are still significantly behind it helps to understand how gains were actually achieved in this ever changing environment. I learned a lot of history on decent gains and losses within our outfit from those who actually lived it. Yes, mistakes are made - but your forum is very good at breaking down the steps that were taken to be where your at today. Y’all have a 20 year head start in the business and our folks forget this at times. Definitely gain as much as you can, but be realistic as well and I appreciate the benchmark you have provided for us to shoot for. $ Compensation matters, Work Rules matter; therefore, Lifestyle matters. Well done, keep on keeping on. Thank You for the knowledge.