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Trending Transportation Update: April 2022
We saw rejection rates continue their rapid descent in April, pulling rates down with them. In addition, Thermo King rolls out a new trailer refrigeration unit, Transport Topics announces their top 100 brokerage firms and more. Check out March's trending transportation update on the shipping industry if you missed it.
Drone Delivery in the Shipping Industry
Whether it is GPS tracking, mobile apps, or autonomous trucks, technology is significantly impacting the way we ship. There are constantly new technological developments changing the shipping industry each day. One of the latest developments in drone delivery.
How are Fuel Surcharges Calculated?
This past month fuel prices have been a significant discussion among all U.S. citizens. But unfortunately, many industries have felt the pressure on their bottom line due to these increased prices, and the freight industry is no exception.
Why Do Companies Use 3PL Providers?
A third-party logistics provider, or 3PL provider, coordinates and manages functions for better transportation and supply chain efficiency.
5 Key Freight Shipping Trends for 2022
Understanding market trends is one of the best strategies to keep you ahead of your competitors and help you gain and retain customers.
Benefits of IoT for Transportation
IoT is merging our physical and digital worlds to create powerful operative value in every industry, especially freight and logistics.
How to Ship Oversized Loads: Key Points
Shipping oversized loads are not the same as shipping your typical LTL or FTL freight. Learn about heavy haul shipping to ensure successful transportation.
Trending Transportation Update: March 2022
We saw the Biden-Harris Administration plan for FLOW, truck tonnage increase, truckers see little benefits with the diesel tax relief plans, and more. Check out February's transportation updates for the shipping industry if you missed them.
How to Complete a Bill of Lading (BOL)
The bill of lading (BOL) is a legal document that shippers and carriers alike must understand how to accurately complete for a successful shipment.
3 Things To Know About Bill of Lading
A Bill of Lading is one of the most important documents in the world of freight shipping. However, it’s still confusing for many companies and shippers to understand a BOL meaning and what role it plays in the transportation process.
What Is a Bill of Lading (BOL)?
A bill of lading (BOL) is a legal document between a shipper of a particular commodity and the carrier detailing the type, quantity, and destination of the goods. The carrier issues the BOL to a shipper of the goods. Additionally, it is essential that the information on the BOL is accurate.
The Future of Omnichannel Retailing
Omnichannel defines how customers use several different platforms to buy products. It aims to satisfy consumers’ needs immediately, regardless of which shopping channel the consumer uses. But how does omnichannel fulfillment work?
Benefits of Intermodal Transportation
Intermodal freight transportation provides companies with flexible shipping options. It can lower costs and solve capacity issues in your supply chain.
Trending Transportation Update: February 2022
We saw how vaccine mandates affected truck rates, airline transportation purchases, future supply chain predictions, and more. Check out January’s transportation updates for the shipping industry if you missed them.

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