Resources & Insights
Sometimes peace of mind is difficult to come by in the transportation world. Every shipment comes with a unique set of variables and moving parts — each requiring attentiveness and careful management. Sure, there are plenty of more-than-capable transportation companies across the United States and the world.
You’re good at your job and the work you do is meaningful. You care about your customers; about their goals, their success and their satisfaction. When they thrive, so does your business.
Sometimes, taking a step back is important. Doing so allows us to inventory our strengths and pinpoint other areas for improvement. The ability to do this, to take a step backward and survey your transportation network, is key to your success as a logistics professional.
Your load failed again. Not because of an unforeseen circumstance —like a truck breakdown — or an oversight on your part. No, your freight may be sitting in your loading dock, but it’s not because of anything you did. The due diligence you displayed in finding this newest provider was evident.
Just when you thought selecting the right freight brokerage for your needs couldn’t get more challenging, the plot thickens once again.
“Where’s my freight?”
Whether you’ve worked with a freight brokerage in the past or are thinking about doing so in the future, it’s important to understand how the right broker can help your business. The first step when making any investment or decision that could impact your company is to do your research.
