Every industry has unique jargon; terminology, sayings and short-hand specific to that space alone. Over time, as individuals become “insiders,” these terms and phrases become second nature — an..

Sometimes, moving freight can be a frustrating process — a fact you know all too well. Struggling to get solid pricing commitments from your transportation providers is more than frustrating though; it’s..

In pursuit of striking a balance between price and service —  there are several ways to field spot quotes in the transportation world. As companies age and their procedures unfurl, so too do their methods for..

The last few months have been challenging for the world as a whole. Among other things, the impact of international conflicts, continued labor shortages and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, have exacerbated the..

More than $100 billion. That’s how much money shippers — across the U.S. — spent moving their open-deck freight in 2021 alone. This number — which reflects a total that has steadily risen in recent history —..

When it comes to the transportation of your freight, predicting your pricing and budgeting properly can be difficult. 

Your day is full of moving parts. Documents need to be filed, transportation services need to be arranged and, perhaps most importantly, you’ve got a budget to maintain. 

Every month of the year can bring different pressures and challenges to the trucking industry — an industry that’s intricate, sensitive to change and deeply driven by supply and demand.

The way transportation industry services are priced can leave shippers feeling lost.