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How Long Are Spot Freight Rates Good For?

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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 harmful to your bottom line and reputation.  

8 Ways to Save Money on Your Flatbed Freight Shipments

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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 — is likely to continue its upward trend in the years ahead. 

8 Tips For Receiving The Most Accurate Spot Quotes Possible

Posted by Michael Schooler on Jun 27, 2022, 10:00:00 AM

Transportation is intimately intertwined with your business and paying to secure service is a constant reality you face.  

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Why Is Same-Day Freight Shipping More Difficult? (Explanation and Planning Tips)

Posted by Jason Halgrimson on Jun 22, 2022, 10:00:00 AM

Whenever your freight needs to move urgently, things get more complicated. 

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[Podcast] Unpacking Your Open-Deck Freight Rates With the Help of a Transportation Pricing Analyst

Posted by Reid Eggen on Jun 7, 2022, 10:05:00 AM

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Freight Prepaid vs. Freight Collect: What’s The Difference?

Posted by Mike Zarns on May 23, 2022, 10:00:00 AM

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[Podcast] Tips For Saving On Your Freight Rates (Even During Volatile Times)

Posted by Mike Zarns on May 20, 2022, 10:58:16 AM

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How Long Are Spot Freight Rates Good For?

Posted by Justin Werner on May 9, 2022, 10:00:00 AM

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..

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The Pros and Cons of Using a Portal For Transportation Bids

Posted by James Gieske on Apr 27, 2022, 10:00:00 AM

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..

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An Explanation of How Rising Fuel Prices Affect Transportation (+ 3 Budgeting Tips)

Posted by Mark Andres on Apr 4, 2022, 10:00:00 AM

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..

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8 Ways to Save Money on Your Flatbed Freight Shipments

Posted by Tyler Turn on Mar 28, 2022, 10:00:00 AM

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 —..

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Oversized Vs. Legal Freight Shipping Price: Similarities and Differences

Posted by Marty Brix on Feb 25, 2022, 10:00:00 AM

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

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