Mike Zarns

Mike started with ATS in 2011 and was onboarded as a carrier representative covering loads. A year later, he transitioned into sales, and in 2015 he moved into management. Mike has a passion for helping customers and employees by finding unique solutions to their problems.
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Thanksgiving 2024 Oversize/Overweight (OSOW) Freight Travel Restrictions by State

Posted by Mike Zarns on Oct 18, 2024 9:00:00 AM

Moving oversize (OS) and overweight (OW) freight on and around a holiday can be complicated. 

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Why Does Freight Get Rejected Upon Delivery? (And Tips for Avoiding Rejected Cargo)

Posted by Mike Zarns on Dec 4, 2023 9:01:00 AM

It’s a worst-case scenario for most shippers. Your freight arrives on location with the consignee, and they refuse to accept it. 

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What Does Free on Board (FOB) Mean in Freight Shipping?

Posted by Mike Zarns on Mar 15, 2023 10:00:00 AM

The transportation marketplace is full of terminology, documentation and regulations. People who haven’t worked in or around the transportation industry for an extended period can sometimes feel intimidated at..

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[Video] 3 Advantages of Receiving Multiple Quotes For Your Freight Shipments

Posted by Mike Zarns on Jan 5, 2023 10:00:00 AM

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3 Advantages of Receiving Multiple Quotes for Your Freight Shipments

Posted by Mike Zarns on Oct 12, 2022 10:00:00 AM

You value great service. That’s why you constantly strive to build a transportation network of dependable companies. It’s nice to know your bases are covered; that when the time comes, the..

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[Video] A Definition of Freight Prepaid Vs. Freight Collect

Posted by Mike Zarns on Jun 23, 2022 11:52:21 AM

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Freight Prepaid vs. Freight Collect: What’s The Difference?

Posted by Mike Zarns on May 23, 2022 10:00:00 AM

Every industry has unique jargon; terminology, sayings and short-hand specific to that space alone. Over time, as individuals become “insiders,” these terms and phrases become second nature — an..

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[Podcast] Tips For Saving On Your Freight Rates (Even During Volatile Times)

Posted by Mike Zarns on May 20, 2022 10:58:16 AM

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Why Does High-Value Freight Cost More To Ship? [And How To Save]

Posted by Mike Zarns on Jan 10, 2022 10:00:00 AM

Every business cares about the freight they move, the shipments that keep their businesses running and the dollars rolling in. So yeah, it could be argued that every load is “highly valued” by the companies..

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[Video] What is Multi-Stop Truckload Shipping?

Posted by Mike Zarns on Sep 21, 2021 9:19:26 AM

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