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.
How Do Freight Rates Affect Service Failures?
Posted by Reid Eggen on Jul 15, 2024 9:00:00 AM
Does it seem like your freight shipments are failing more lately? You’re not alone — and you’re not imagining things.
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..
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.
The Trucking Industry in January 2024: What you should know
Posted by David Brix on Dec 15, 2022 2:54:36 PM
January has a long reputation as the month of fresh starts. As we hang up a new calendar, it’s time to think about 2024 and what it can mean for your business.