3PL Insights

MARCH 6, 2023

Her colleague, Joe Porubsky, showed her how to book a load. One relationship she forged was with Giaco Trucking. It’s not just about learning the transportation management system or how to track containers. I’ve lived each role; I know how to train everyone on my team because I developed the process.” She was a natural.

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Locus

JUNE 16, 2023

Fuel costs: Last-mile fuel costs require careful management as they make up 25% of a truck’s operational costs over volatile price fluctuations. Read also: How to Calculate the Cost of Transport 2. Read also: What Makes Every Delivery More Efficient Than the Last How to reduce delivery costs of last-mile?

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 28, 2021

What’s in this article: How to become a shipper of choice. For instance, even if a truck picks up the load on time, if the delivery is a midnight drop, the driver might be forced to idle at the destination—wasting precious hours of service (HoS) which in the carriers/driver’s eyes is lost revenues. Ideal shipment characteristics.

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Locus

JUNE 9, 2023

In the midst of an outdoor movie screening of “Trucks,” a film about a town overrun by driverless trucks, a person from the crowd, who runs a transport service company, jokingly mentioned that while phantoms could handle the task, they couldn’t effectively control transportation costs. They are: 1.

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Locus

JUNE 9, 2023

In the midst of an outdoor movie screening of “Trucks,” a film about a town overrun by driverless trucks, a person from the crowd, who runs a transport service company, jokingly mentioned that while phantoms could handle the task, they couldn’t effectively control transportation costs. They are: 1.

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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. Through the LTL shipping method, you’ll only be paying for the space occupied by the engine in the freight truck.

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MercuryGate

OCTOBER 29, 2020

The post How to Find Trucking Capacity in a Tight Market and Reduce Truckload Freight Costs appeared first on MercuryGate International. As seasonality and disruption continue to redefine the capacity crisis, more companies turn to new […].

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 15, 2023

Knowing about her blogging side hustle, the executive team allowed her to take on the additional responsibility of the company’s digital marketing initiatives where over the course of 5 years, orchestrated two website redesigns, implemented an inbound marketing initiative, and established a sales outreach plan. 00:36:05] Starting a Podcast.

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Freightera

MAY 31, 2022

You’re shipping freight and you’re not sure if you need a whole truck, less than truckload, or a whole smaller truck? Less than truckload means that you’re renting a truck along with other shippers which means that you’ll get better rates than shipping small amounts of freight in a truck of its own. 1) Save up your cargo.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Chuck is the CEO and Co-founder of High Definition Vehicle Insurance (HDVI) , where he leads an experienced team of insurance, technology, and trucking industry experts who deeply understand the challenges of today’s fleets. HDVI delivers modern insurance driven by safety, service and savings to small and mid-size trucking fleet operators.

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Trinity Logistics

JANUARY 2, 2018

As we welcome 2018, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on some of our blogs from the last year that were the most popular among our readers. It probably comes as no surprise that the Electronic Logging Device (ELD) mandate blogs topped the list by far, and will continue to top headlines into 2018.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 6, 2015

We conclude our “Most Popular” Blog posts series, where we have been giving you the most viewed blog posts in 2014 from our main content categories. 2014 was surely a fun year of content on the Cerasis blog. 2014 was surely a fun year of content on the Cerasis blog. Now, why do we blog?

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West Coast and California Logistics

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

In our last blog post , we examined some of the characteristics you should look for in a refrigerated truck carrier – specifically one that specializes in candy and snack products. While most of these characteristics are the same across the country, there are a few West-Coast-specific items to keep an eye on.

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GoShip Blog

APRIL 6, 2021

Usually, such loads are transported with flatbed trucks. Speaking of machinery and equipment, cars, motorcycles, trucks, tractors, cranes, forklifts, large auto parts, and similar items all fall under the category of equipment and machinery. If you don’t know how to pack your freight, consult with your shipping partner.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 7, 2021

What’s in this article: How to gain sustainability through digitalization and technology. For example, human and electric-powered bicycles, droids, combination drones, trucks, and collaborative cargo platforms are technology-based solutions that profoundly impact last-mile shipping. To read the entire blog visit BlueGrace Logistics.

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GoShip Blog

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Through the LTL shipping method, you’ll only be paying for the space occupied by the engine in the freight truck. Individual LTL shipments range from 50 to 5,000 kg, more than enough for motorcycle, automobile, and even aircraft engines. This can significantly cut back costs compared to a full truckload service.

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Ship Monk

JULY 20, 2023

Dimensional Weight Shipping carriers charge for two things: their services and the physical space a package takes on a truck or airplane. Discover the ins and outs of DIM Weight and carrier specific requirements on our ShipMonk blog. Explore the seven types of surcharges and what you can do about them today. Dimensional weight , a.k.a.

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Carter Logistics

JUNE 13, 2018

Blog Topics. 5th Annual United Way Human Truck Pull. Carter Express & Logistics is excited to announce that Saturday, September the 8th at 10:00 am we will be the Presenting Sponsor and Event Sponsor this year at the 5th Annual United Way Human Truck Pull. The Shared Milkrun Mexico & Border Logistics. More Information!

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GoShip Blog

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

It is how the carriers know how much of their capacity is dedicated to your freight. It helps them locate the cargo inside the truck and calculate the shipping price. This information is necessary for shippers to secure your cargo inside the truck so there’s a minimum possibility of freight damage.

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GoShip Blog

AUGUST 16, 2022

Without access to the available carriers’ network, it’s tough to book a spot shipment or find the required truck for later deliveries. How to ship in bad weather conditions? We highly recommend palletizing your crates for better fixation inside the truck. Bad weather undoubtedly causes limited carrier capacity.

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FreightWaves SONAR

AUGUST 13, 2021

Shippers hoping for trucking rate relief in 2022 are going to be severely disappointed. The trucking freight market is one of the most volatile markets on the planet, especially since 2014. If you really want to understand the market’s rate direction, you must understand how supply and demand is structured. You need a driver.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 1, 2016

In each of the blog posts we will include the title, the brief excerpt, and then the link of the top 5 blog posts in that category by the amount of views. . The competition is fierce in each category, as so far this year we have published over 150 blog posts! 5 Most Popular Freight Blog Posts of 2016.So

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Freightera

JUNE 8, 2022

In short, anything that doesn’t fit within a standard 53’ dry van is considered oversized and requires specialized trucks. For a much more detailed description of such trucks and their pros and cons please see our definitive freight shipping guide. . Trucks range from 40,000 lbs capacity all the way up to 92,000 lbs.

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Freightera

AUGUST 7, 2023

LTL carriers specialize in consolidating multiple smaller shipments into one truck, sharing the costs among multiple shippers. This means that you only pay for the space your cargo occupies, rather than the entire truck capacity , making it a more budget-friendly choice for smaller shipments. The post Do You Really Need a Full Truck?

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GoShip Blog

JANUARY 11, 2023

Learning how to work through labor shortages keeps your business competitive and your customers satisfied. . Truck Driver Shortages . The American Trucking Association (ATA) recently reported that the industry is experiencing a shortage of about 80,000 drivers. Warehouse Inefficiencies .

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 24, 2022

Prescriptive and predictive analytics help companies see the proverbial iceberg coming and learn how best to avoid it. How to Implement High-Level Analytics in Logistics. Instead of the ‘How to Do Better in the Future’. High-level analytics can help companies go beyond finding a truck. level of analytics.

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GoShip Blog

AUGUST 30, 2022

How to benefit from spot shipments. For example, it’s better not to risk your products’ quality if you can’t find an available reefer truck. Booking spot transportation allows you to distribute more of your products and satisfy a higher number of customers. Learn what things are worth considering while booking unplanned shipments.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 29, 2015

Editor’s Note: This is a guest blog from Bryant Surety Bonds. Cerasis does work with many freight forwarders who import into the US and need trucks to move from the port inland. Cerasis does work with many freight forwarders who import into the US and need trucks to move from the port inland. How to get started.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Here is a list of the ten most common mistakes shippers make when shipping LTL freight and how to fix them. Although shipping freight will always run the risk of damage, LTL shipments go through multiple locations, being loaded and unloaded from a number of different trucks until reaching their final destination. Going it Alone.

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GoShip Blog

MARCH 9, 2021

As fresh produce is transported only through refrigerated trucks, the temperature-controlled capacity begins to tighten, and freight rates increase sometimes as much as 30%. Tips for shipping fresh produce: How to ship frozen food. Regardless of the circumstances, greenery and veggies are always in high demand during this time.

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GoShip Blog

JULY 6, 2022

How to label a shipment? Thus the carrier will know how to treat your items to avoid freight damage. Even though you might be moving perishables in special reefer trucks , the products can still undergo the effects of temperature shifts. The lack of shipment information can often lead to extended delays, freight damage, or loss.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 28, 2020

When it comes to planning RFPs and figuring out which carrier partnerships to pursue, shipping managers need to be aware of the various trucking carriers with availability. And knowing their differences and how those differences amount to varying service levels, including benefits, are key to success. . Request a SONAR Demo.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 29, 2021

On Monday, nonprofit association Women in Trucking (WIT) announced its annual Top Companies for Women to Work For in Transportation. Transportation companies are judged and voted on by fellow Women in Trucking members in areas including corporate cultures, compensation, benefits, professional development and career advancements.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 11, 2021

In freight, major supply disruptions have turned trucking on its head. Trucking companies are offering financial incentives to drivers who can pick up the pace to mollify the situation. The post The Hidden Cost Of COVID And How To Manage appeared first on The Logistics Blog.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 22, 2020

With that in mind, the trucking RFP has come into play as a more significant undertaking for 2021 contracts as the freight market saw volatility in 2020 on the spot market due to historic tender rejections and volumes adding to increased prices. A confident, data-driven trucking RFP undertaking can make a big difference in freight spend.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 19, 2018

As explained by Chris Brady, 89 percent of carriers have fewer than five trucks, so expanding the number of carriers and drivers a shipper works with is tantamount to accessing 89 percent of available capacity. The Big Picture Figuring out how to procure full truckload capacity is no small task.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 1, 2021

Every inch of space available in delivery vans, trucks, semis and cargo crates is valuable. In the past, calculating freight class depended on the physical weight of an item, as well as what else could be shipped within the same truck to set a cost per hundredweight (CPW). How to track trends developing in long-term pricing agreements.

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