Headhaul vs. Backhaul: Definitions & Their Effect on Shipping Costs

Posted by Eric Olson on Mar 8, 2024 10:00:00 AM

Line hauls and tankers and BOLs, oh my! The transportation industry has a lot of lingo. As a shipper, if trucking isn’t your first language, you might struggle to keep up in conversations with your carrier. 

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How Does a Trucking Company Determine Your Shipment’s Route?

Posted by Stacey Thielen on Apr 5, 2023 10:00:00 AM

It’s your job to understand the intricate details of the trucking marketplace: its cycles and the factors influencing freight rates. This knowledge helps you adjust your logistics strategy, better collaborate..

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4 Ways To Avoid The Price Hikes of Short-Mile Weekend Shipping

Posted by Josh Rivers on Nov 1, 2021 10:16:29 AM

Look, we get it. You want to make the most of your shipping dollars in the most convenient way possible. It’s not your fault that short-mile shipments are so expensive over weekend days. 

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How To Route Your Own Freight in 4 Easy Steps

Posted by Crystal Lahr on Oct 25, 2021 10:00:00 AM

As one of your company’s core decision-makers, you’re constantly looking for ways to improve. The business world is competitive and there are companies in your industry that are excellent at what they do. But..

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Shipping Freight Around a Holiday: 3 Critical Planning Tips

Posted by Jordan Sandstrom on Sep 8, 2021 10:00:00 AM

Predictable as always, another national holiday is rapidly approaching. Last time, you were caught off guard by the impact these nationwide break periods have on the transportation industry. And, without..

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What Does Heavy Haul Trucking Cost?

Posted by Ben Delong on Aug 13, 2021 10:00:00 AM

Heavy haul trucking couldn’t be more important to your supply chain. And, no matter how big or what it is, that boiler, generator, tank or piece of large machinery, needs to get to its destination — preferably..

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How Many Miles Is a Truck Driver Allowed to Drive in One Day?

Posted by Andrew Beckmann on Mar 29, 2021 8:45:00 AM

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How Does Lead Time Impact Freight Shipping Cost?

Posted by Crystal Lahr on Mar 16, 2021 2:59:17 PM

You want to get the most from your transportation budget but just don’t know the best way to do so. In an industry as nuanced as the transportation industry, we know that maintaining your bottom line..

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The Intricacies of Route Planning in Oversized Shipping Explained

Posted by Joanna Jungels & Leah Kuechle on Sep 8, 2020 8:10:08 AM

Shipping heavy items from point A to point B is always more complex than it appears. Behind every successful oversized shipping project, you’ll find dozens of shipping and transportation professionals working..

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