10 Tips for Driving in Winter Weather

January 8, 2015

              While most people dread their commute to work during inclement winter weather and try to avoid the roads if possible, truck drivers have no choice but to drive through these winter storms.  Obviously, safety is critical for these drivers and we’ve developed a...

What Are Fuel Surcharge Costing You?

January 6, 2015

A fuel surcharge is an extra fee that trucking companies (or third parties) charge to cover the fluctuating cost of fuel. It is calculated as a percentage of the base rate and is usually added to a shipper’s freight bill to cover the cost of operations. The fuel surcharge depends...

Supply and Demand: Carrier Capacity

December 30, 2014

The trucking capacity crunch is a major concern for shippers in need of transportation services. With less trucks, less drivers, an aging workforce and HOS rule changes, carriers’ capacity is limited. Shippers are demanding more capacity than carriers can supply. The capacity crunch is a challenge for carriers and shippers...

Industry Expectations: 2015

December 23, 2014

  The New Year is quickly approaching, which means new challenges and opportunities can be anticipated; specifically in the supply chain and logistics industry. The predicted trends for 2015 include everything from optimizing Big Data to maintaining relationships and updating strategies. Overall, supply chains have to prioritize objectives to make...

Key Factors That Impact the Transportation Industry

December 22, 2014

  Transportation is one of the most important elements in determining an organization’s overall logistics costs.  Companies are constantly trying to figure out the most efficient and cost-effective way to get their products from Point A to Point B.  What factors and trends determine the best way to deliver your products? ...

What You Need to Know: 3PL Protection from GRI

December 18, 2014

Carriers apply a General Rate Increase (GRI) to all or specific trade routes in order to balance the costs of their business. The rate increase is deemed necessary by carriers in order to provide paramount services, compensate labor, improve equipment and advance operations. A handful of carriers have recently raised...

How Does My Tree Get to Me?

December 17, 2014


The Keys to Omni-Channel Success

December 11, 2014

Even if you’re not familiar with the term omnichannel, I’m sure you have enjoyed the perks of it. Just remember the last time you saw a product online, scanned its barcode for online price-comparison and then ordered it from a website for a substantial discount. Or when you have chosen an...

How to Choose a 3PL

December 9, 2014

  Third Party Logistics (3PL) companies started to spring up in the 1980s as a viable method of outsourcing logistics needs. 3PLs make it easy for large companies to get rid of various functions and assets. This is made in order to focus more heavily on their core business objectives....

Are You Ready for the Holiday Rush?

December 4, 2014

Holiday shopping is in full swing! Consumers spend $12.3 billion at brick-and-mortar stores on Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday, plus billions of dollars throughout the holiday season online and in stores. Manufacturers and retailers have to optimize planning strategies all year long for their supply chain in order to effectively...