Your open-deck shipping price, although difficult to predict, is important to understand. Budgeting your transportation dollars appropriately is crucial to managing your company’s supply chain logistics. But..
4 Out-Of-The-Box Ways to Save Money on Your Freight Rates
Posted by Joseph Christensen on Sep 10, 2021 10:00:00 AM
Not to be the bearer of bad news but you may be overpaying for your freight. Sure, spending an extra dollar here or there isn’t terribly destructive. You’ve been known to swing an occasional splurge..
How Does Temperature Impact Reefer Shipping Price?
Posted by Blake Ryan on Aug 20, 2021 10:00:00 AM
When it comes to temperature-controlled shipping, reefers make the world go round. And, for the shippers with products that have special temperature considerations, using a reefer simply can’t be..
What to Expect in the Shipping Industry: September 2023
Posted by Eric Metso on Aug 18, 2021 10:13:58 AM
September is a transitional time in many families and many industries. School starts, regular season baseball ends, iced coffee gives way to pumpkin spice lattes and Labor Day marks the unofficial beginning of..
What is Digital Freight Matching? [Definition + Common Problems]
Posted by Troy Heyne on Mar 23, 2021 10:30:00 AM
Finding trucks to pull your freight in the current market is continuing to prove difficult. That’s forcing you to get more creative in the way you find capacity for a reasonable price.
How Are Freight Shipping Rates Calculated?
Posted by Jason Halgrimson on Mar 18, 2021 9:59:35 AM
Keeping a keen eye on your shipping budget can be tricky, especially when you don’t understand where your money is going, how shipping rates are calculated or how to make the most of the dollars you..
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..
The Pros and Cons of Spot Rates Vs. Contract Rates
Posted by Troy Heyne on Jan 12, 2021 10:00:00 AM
Depending on how frequently you ship freight, you've probably had the debate on whether you should use the spot market versus the contract market. After all, they are two of the most common pricing..