Practically every supply chain uses less-than-truckload (LTL) service in its transportation strategy. In the right situation, LTL shipping presents a convenient solution for shippers across industries.
What Is Managed Transportation?
Posted by Andrew Amaro on Jul 12, 2024 9:00:00 AM
To say that freight shippers have a lot on their plates would be an understatement. The constant juggle of schedules, carriers, regulations, costs, and timelines can be overwhelming — not to mention a drain on..
Freight Measurements Matter: Dimensions and Piece Count in Freight Shipping
Posted by Nick Bridenstine on Oct 30, 2023 10:09:37 AM
In some senses, the trucking industry is an information industry. Not an information technology industry (although trucking companies rely on world-class technology). Not a research industry. An industry that..
The Trucking Industry in October 2024: What You Should Know
Posted by Scott Cromer on Sep 20, 2023 8:49:00 AM
October brings the World Series, Halloween, and the start of the fourth quarter. And while it would be easy to write October off as the last month before the busy holiday season, experienced shippers know that..
3 Common Freight Shipping Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
Posted by John Sewell on Sep 6, 2023 11:08:00 AM
Freight shipping is a complex operation with a lot of variables. Basically, you are trusting some of your valuable assets to a carrier to load, transport and unload them at your final destination.
LTL Freight Claims: How to File One and How to Avoid LTL Cargo Damage
Posted by Joe Fisher on Aug 10, 2023 8:08:00 AM
You’ve heard the horror stories: a friend of a friend’s cousin ships a valuable item cross country. The package gets lost for weeks, your friend’s friend’s cousin finally gives up on ever seeing their..
The Pros and Cons of Using a Freight Brokerage to Ship Your LTL Freight
Posted by Jeff Lillibridge on May 8, 2023 10:00:00 AM
Shipping less-than-truckload (LTL) freight can be kind of nerve-wracking. There are a lot of variables at play every time your LTL freight is ready to move.
What Kinds of Pallets Are Used for Freight Shipping?
Posted by Amanda Garner on Feb 1, 2023 10:00:00 AM
Most companies use pallets to ship their goods at some point or another. Be it for a one-off less-than-truckload shipment, or a full truckload dry van load, palletizing your products is a convenient way to..