Supply chains can be complex. Some organizations have shipments coming and going at all hours and, often, this can make managing budgets and maintaining timelines difficult.
What Asking For a "Truck in Hand" Means For Receiving Coverage From a Broker
Posted by Christopher Matuska on May 3, 2021 10:00:00 AM
You can’t trust just anyone with your shipment. Your deadline is important and your customer is waiting. And so, you’re asking if we have a “truck in hand” for your freight.
The Disadvantages of Using Drop Trailers for Freight Shipping
Posted by Cody Wolhart on Apr 30, 2021 10:00:00 AM
If you’re having trouble keeping up with your loading/offloading deadlines on your shipments, you’re likely wondering what you can do. Will working drop trailer service into the contracts you sign with your..
The Advantages of Using Drop Trailers for Freight Shipping
Posted by Tyler Gregory on Apr 28, 2021 10:00:00 AM
Let’s face it, transportation is unpredictable. Deadlines get missed, budgets get overextended and partnerships are put to the test. You're falling behind on your loading times and you’re looking for a..
Dry Van vs. Reefer Trailers: Which is Best for Your Freight?
Posted by Blake Ryan on Apr 26, 2021 10:00:00 AM
When moving freight across the country, the volume of equipment types available can seem endless. What each is used for and which is best for my commodity are common queries asked by shippers far and..
What’s Causing the Truck Driver Salary Increase? [And How It Benefits You]
Posted by Joe Goering on Apr 8, 2021 9:40:00 AM
It's been tough balancing the increased shipping costs lately. Yet, it seems like you keep reading about another trucking company increasing pay for their drivers.
Accessorial Charges 101: Defining Trucking Industry Surcharges
Posted by Mike Zarns on Mar 5, 2021 9:30:00 AM
If you've ever received an itemized quote from your transportation provider, you've probably come across a few surcharges you've never heard of. Like any trade, there are a lot of industry-specific terms..
How Does Freight Seasonality Impact Shipping Costs?
Posted by Crystal Lahr on Jan 18, 2021 9:05:34 AM
Whether or not you, as a shipper, move goods that have changing demand depending on the season, you are affected by those that do. Before getting into the why, let’s define seasonality and talk through a few..
How the Truck Driver Shortage Is Impacting Shipping Capacity
Posted by Ben Delong on Jan 5, 2021 9:59:53 AM
Without truck drivers, your supply chain — and everyone else’s — would come to a screeching halt. Not only are they a critical component in moving shipments from one point to the next, but their expertise and..