Every day, millions of business transactions speed across telephone
wires, computer networks and wireless equipment. From moving
huge cargo containers across the ocean to expediting customs
paperwork at international ports to simply delivering a small
package to a local neighborhood, we synchronize commerce
for 8 million customers around the world each day.
While we delivered a record 3.9 billion packages in 2006, UPS
is much more than a shipping company. By facilitating the flow
of goods, information and funds, we help companies, large and
small, thrive in today's increasingly competitive marketplace. Our
business also benefits employees, shareowners and communities
through wages, taxes, dividends and charitable contributions.
Our goal is to run a financially sound business, in a socially
responsible and financially sustainable manner, to ensure our
ongoing ability to positively impact the stakeholders with
whom we interact every day.
"We believe that running a strong and profitable business leads to greater opportunities for our customers, employees, shareholders and communities."