United Parcel Service (UPS) is a multinational package delivery and supply chain management company based in the United States. Founded in 1907 as a messenger company in Seattle, Washington, UPS has grown to become a global leader in the logistics industry, operating in more than 220 countries and territories worldwide. The company provides a wide range of shipping and logistics services, including express delivery, ground delivery, freight, and logistics solutions for businesses. UPS is known for its brown delivery trucks and uniforms and is one of the largest employers in the world, with over 500,000 employees globally.