Whether you’re trying to cover a load on the spot market or attempting to predict transportation costs for the next fiscal year, truckload capacity has a huge impact on these […]

A number of months ago, we published a blog on the most common myths perpetuated about transportation management software (link). It was so popular that we decided to address each individual myth in its own blog post. Today, we’re going to talk about learning how to use TMS software and the misconceptions about its difficulty.

The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) has recently announced that it has updated the policy regarding filing concealed damage claims for LTL (less-than-truckload) shipments. This will have a significant impact on the shipping and logistics industry, as well as your business, if you ship LTL freight.

You might already know that shipping over the rail is a reliable, consistent, and economical way to get your goods where they need to be, but you should take steps to ensure you’re getting the most efficient service. Here are some insider tips for you to ensure you’re getting the biggest bang for your buck.

On May 5, Freightliner Trucks debuted the first road-legal driverless truck to hit North America. This new advancement has left many wondering where this will take the industry and what it means for both freight carriers and their drivers.

One of the most complex transportation modes in the logistics industry is refrigerated less-than-truckload (LTL), due to its complexity and limitations. While many shipping providers are not able to accommodate these shipments, those that can will be better able to service your requests if you are aware of the intricacies of this mode of transportation.

There’s no easy way to answer the question of whether to go with an asset-based or non-asset based provider for your intermodal needs, because it truly depends on what your business requires to keep components and products moving. So, how do you keep transportation costs low without sacrificing reliability and service? And who do you use to achieve that? In this blog we lay out the facts to help you make the best decision.

The Inland Marine Underwriters Association (IMUA) recently published their study on U.S. truck stop cargo thefts in 2013 and 2014. We were surprised to see which states dominated the total incidents. We go over the hotspots and tips to avoid getting your freight stolen.

New changes are coming in the LTL shipping world. Over the next year, you may need to prepare to say goodbye to LTL rates based on freight class. Dimensional pricing is the future, for better or worse, and we’ve got all the details you need to know.