Trinity Logistics

JULY 12, 2023

There are some common misconceptions out there about less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping. If you fall victim to any of these LTL shipping myths, you could end up thinking this mode isn’t for your freight. Or worse, spending extra time or money that you could have saved with your LTL shipping.

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MTS Logistics

AUGUST 5, 2022

When looking at the overall global shipping industry, the first rule is to know exactly how much you are going to pay for the shipping cost of your products. Regardless of your business size, you need to get a proper and affordable freight quote if you want to be in the international shipping business.

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GoShip Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The accuracy of dimensional measurements is not just a detail—it’s a critical factor that can significantly influence shipping costs. Understanding and accurately calculating cargo dimensions is essential, especially when considering dimensional weight, a standard method carriers use to determine shipping charges.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 6, 2021

Truckload rates have a significant impact on the industry, whether intermodal or single-lane shipping modes get utilized. The transportation of freight not needing the entire space of a truck is LTL freight. Both play a vital role in shipping and the transportation of goods. Download the White Paper.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 14, 2024

Why is it that we could put a man on the moon half a century ago, but it is still insanely expensive and complex to ship an ecommerce order to a customer in Europe? You might as well be shipping it to Mars. How to Get Started Opening your ecommerce business to an international market is no small undertaking.

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GoShip Blog

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Regardless of the purpose, it all comes down to one question: how to ship furniture across the country? Whether you just want to ship furniture without breaking the budget, or if you sell it, you’re probably searching for the best way to shipping furniture. How to ship furniture across the country?

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GoShip Blog

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Setting the appropriate shipping and handling fee for your business is a delicate matter. Set it too high, and your customers will be abandoning their carts at an alarming rate; set it too low, and your bottom line will take a hit. What You Need to Know About Shipping and Handling. Calculate Freight Cost.

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GoShip Blog

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Updated 12/02/2023 Filling out shipping documentation can be exhausting. The bill of lading (BOL) is an essential document in the freight shipping process that acts as the main agreement between a shipper and a carrier. The document is issued by a freight carrier who moves your freight to you, the shipper.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 22, 2021

In this edition of “SONAR Indices & Insights,” readers will learn about FreightWaves SONAR’s Weighted Rejection Index (WRI) to monitor trucking capacity in the freight market and the impact rejections have on shipping rates. The calculation would be: 4 x (5-3) = 8 WRI. The calculation would be: 4 x (5-3) = 8 WRI.

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Trinity Logistics

JULY 12, 2023

There are some common misconceptions out there about less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping. If you fall victim to any of these LTL shipping myths, you could end up thinking this mode isn’t for your freight. Or worse, spending extra time or money that you could have saved with your LTL shipping.

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GoShip Blog

JULY 10, 2023

When it comes to LTL freight rates, there are a variety of factors that can influence the cost. Understanding these factors is essential for businesses looking to determine their shipping costs and plan their budgets accordingly. These all work together to determine the LTL shipping rates.

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GoShip Blog

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Engine Shipping Quote Calculator Load Type Less Than Truckload Full Truckload From To Pickup Get Quote How To Ship An Engine Updated 12/03/2023 – Many people are hesitant to ship engines and transmissions. Despite these concerns, engines are actually one of the easiest items to ship!

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Trinity Logistics

MAY 10, 2023

Logistics optimization strategies such as improving your load planning processes can be an effective way to reduce freight costs by as much as 10 to 40 percent. COMMON LOAD PLANNING TMS MISCONCEPTIONS Before we dive into how a TMS can help you with your load planning, perhaps you’ve thought of one of these common misconceptions.

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GoShip Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2020

For small business owners, shipping freight can sometimes be costly and challenging. You have to wear many hats and with a limited budget, getting the best out of the shipping services can be hard. When should you try using full truckload shipping? Negotiable rates. Faster transit times. More shipment security.

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 11, 2015

Yesterday Freightos announced a private beta version of its online instant freight quote marketplace. So obviously, being freight rate nerds, we got to wondering: How much would the logistics of shipping the iPhone 6s from China to the U.S. Here’s how calculated the iPhone 6S shipping costs.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Each week, you’ll learn about another index found within SONAR, the freight forecasting platform from FreightWaves. This week, learn how freight market participants, especially those freight parties who are executing refrigerated shipping moves, rely on SONAR indices that show reefer freight data and activity.

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GoShip Blog

AUGUST 17, 2021

Whether you own a small eCommerce shop or a fast-growing enterprise, you will need shipping software that’ll set your business up for success. Finding a dedicated shipping software will allow you to easily handle order fulfillment on a single platform. Why do I need Shipping Software? Increase order volume and carrier capacity.

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GoShip Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Now, scale that up to the world of freight shipping, where a small data slip can mean big money lost. In the freight shipping industry, the accuracy of freight data is more than just a detail. Understanding Freight Data Freight data, such as the weight, dimensions, and cargo type, is vital in shipping.

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GoShip Blog

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

For small business owners who wear many hats , it may be complicated to navigate the truckload freight shipping process, especially when it comes to finding the best quotes. While it might seem complicated, a good truckload shipping strategy can improve your customer satisfaction, save costs, and increase business efficiency.

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Ship Monk

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

out comes a shipping price. Wouldn’t it be nice to know how much it’s going to cost before you go? As an eCommerce business owner, you know how expensive shipping can be. There are ways to reduce dimensional weight and, as a result, reduce shipping costs, but first you have to understand how shipping costs are calculated.

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GoShip Blog

JUNE 6, 2022

Modern logistics requires manufacturers and retailers to balance under different circumstances, including changing freight shipping rates. Learn how to do it within your budget. Freight shipping rates cycle. The customer demand highs and lows drive the nature of freight rates from season to season.

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Dedola Global Logistics

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Introduction to FCL Shipping Full Container Load (FCL) shipping is a method of ocean freight where you rent an entire container for your goods. What Is FCL Shipping? FCL shipping means your products exclusively occupy an entire container, whether shipped by air or ocean freight.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 31, 2023

Freight procurement processes have always been noted for their high levels of complexity which increases exponentially during peak shipping season. These busy months demand operational efficiency, agile collaboration, proactive rate management, and a sharp focus on sustainability throughout the transportation management process.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

(Graphics created by Emily Ricks) There are many attributes to consider when considering a truck freight rate. This is particularly important to weigh because of the impacts that freight rates have on the entire industry. Freight managers need to take a few considerations into account with all decisions.

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Locus

JUNE 9, 2023

Want to know how to control transportation costs, and make each delivery profitable? To achieve this, calculating and monitoring transport costs becomes essential. Freight transportation costs Freight transportation costs are incurred from the large-scale movement of products and goods. Click this! They are: 1.

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Locus

JUNE 9, 2023

Want to know how to control transportation costs, and make each delivery profitable? To achieve this, calculating and monitoring transport costs becomes essential. Freight transportation costs Freight transportation costs are incurred from the large-scale movement of products and goods. Click this! They are: 1.

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GoShip Blog

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Shipping is a cost neither business owners nor their customers enjoy having to shoulder. Shipping costs often leave the affected parties no choice but to learn how to deal with it. Fortunately, there are effective strategies you can employ to reduce your e-commerce store’s shipping costs.

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GoShip Blog

DECEMBER 9, 2022

So, if you would love to make your wishes come true, steer clear of making freight shipping mistakes. Shipping errors or mistakes can happen. This post aims to throw light on the ten (10) common mistakes freight shippers make and the steps you can take to avoid these costly errors and ensure your shipment’s safety.

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

If you are shipping goods across the country, you probably look for the lowest freight shipping rates. While many online shipping services offer free quote comparison, it can be tricky to choose the best one for your needs. Shippers are often unaware of how they can reduce shipping costs on their own.

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GoShip Blog

MARCH 14, 2023

Finding a reliable LTL shipping company is a task in and of itself. So, how do you know that you are choosing the right LTL company? Top LTL Freight Carriers As the demand for LTL shipping increases, more and more LTL providers are popping up left and right. We’re here to talk about that! We’re here to talk about that!

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GoShip Blog

JANUARY 23, 2019

Whether you want to ship furniture , appliances , machinery, or the large volume of goods, its likely that your shipment won’t fit into a standard parcel. How big is a large shipment? There are two main categories of shipments: parcel and freight. Therefore, your large items will be classified as freight.

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GoShip Blog

MAY 24, 2021

Just as important as developing your products and tweaking your online store, establishing a clear eCommerce shipping strategy is a critical step to jumpstart a growing business. . What is eCommerce shipping? . eCommerce shipping is more than fast delivery and free shipping. How do I proceed with eCommerce Shipping?

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Forto

JULY 2, 2021

For a long time, air freight was considered as the only option for particularly high- value freight and urgent, special deliveries. However, this way of thinking has become outdated and air freight is enjoying increasing popularity, due to its high reliability and great on-time performance.

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Freightos

DECEMBER 2, 2021

A Freightos survey of 300+ companies sheds light on how importers have been navigating supply chain disruptions. You might not think about shipping containers and ocean freight when you click “buy” on your Amazon order, but there’s a direct connection between the two. When ocean container rates spike, so do the prices we pay.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Big data provides an opportunity to gain those insights, especially during volatile freight markets. Thus, supply chain leaders need to know how to apply that data with these top 10 supply chain KPIs. It is calculated by dividing the existing assets in use by the sum of all used and unused assets. Download the White Paper.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 8, 2021

This week, learn how SONAR subscribers are using these intermodal transportation rates versus truckload tickers and what they tell freight market participants. . The intermodal contract saving indices (IMCSI) show the percent savings on the rates shipping via intermodal rather than via dry van truckload.

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Last year was tough for the shipping industry, causing many businesses to be more considerate than ever when planning for their 2021 transportation budget. One consideration to include in your planning is the general rate increase (GRI) of significa nt carriers like USPS, FedEx, and UPS. . Find the updated rates here: .

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