September is a transitional time: School starts, regular season baseball ends, iced coffees give way to pumpkin spice lattes, and Labor Day marks the unofficial beginning of fall.
The Trucking Industry in November 2023: What you should know
Posted by Aaron Winter on Oct 18, 2023 9:23:00 AM
As fall transitions to winter, we turn the calendars to November.
Freight Rate Spot Quotes: How to Get One, How to Compare Them and Negotiation Tips
Posted by Tucker Sexton on Sep 8, 2023 7:56:00 AM
The first step in arranging a shipment is to reach out to a carrier or broker and receive a rate. With just that information, you can decide which provider is best for you based on the competing interests of..
Why Do Contract Freight Rates Change? (2 Reasons Your Rate May Need Adjustment)
Posted by Derik Gertken on Mar 1, 2023 10:00:00 AM
You have a lot on your mind every time a shipment needs to pick up. Mainly, you’re concerned with getting products where they need to go on time and damage free. Maintaining your transportation budget — and..
What is a Layover Fee in Trucking?
Posted by Michael Blumhoefer on Jan 25, 2023 10:00:00 AM
There are a vast array of surcharges in the trucking industry. Commonly referred to as “accessorial” charges, these fees are meant to compensate trucking companies for any extra work they do — or inconvenience..
5 Common Ways to Tender Freight: a Head-to-Head Comparison
Posted by James Gieske on Jan 16, 2023 10:00:00 AM
Negotiating is a huge part of any logistics professional’s job. Though this takes many forms, you probably negotiate most when tendering shipments to carriers.
How to Explain the Cost of Shipping to Your Boss: A Breakdown of the Factors Driving Freight Rates
Posted by Reid Eggen on Dec 7, 2022 10:00:00 AM
Your job, although straightforward (to keep freight flowing to and from your company’s door) isn’t always simple. Logistics professionals are also charged with overseeing their company’s transportation..