The first step in determining the best shipping method for your freight is learning the difference between an LTL carrier and a 3PL. In this post we will explore...
They sound like the same thing, right? Both Partial Truckload and Volume Less Than Truckload (LTL) can apply to shipments that are larger or more voluminous than a typical...
Spot Rates were the lowest they’ve been since the manufacturing recession of 2016, but will they last? Trucking is a key indicator of general US economic health;...
What will the forecast look like for transportation logistics and LTL shipping/carriers post-COVID-19? Keep reading to find out. The effects of COVID-19 are being felt throughout the...
Over the past two months, volatility erupted in the transportation market as supply chain and subsequent market rates were disrupted by the binge-buying of consumers trying to prepare for...
As more businesses close down completely, if temporarily, both shipment and delivery of goods are being strongly impacted by COVID-19 across the United States. In addition, New Jersey recently...
For Less Than Truckload (LTL) shipping, transit times are given in estimates. To keep freight shipments arriving on schedule it’s helpful to know the variables that can affect, and...
There’s LTL shipping, and there’s expedited LTL shipping. Following are guidelines to help you determine when expediting is the best option. What Is Expedited LTL Shipping? Expedited LTL...
In today’s technology-based, on-demand world, transparency and visibility into every aspect of the supply chain has become an expectation rather than an aspiration by most supply chain managers. Cloud-based...
A new customer recently asked one of our sales people the difference between spot and contract rates. We thought it was a great question, and one other people might...
According to Mintel’s Consumer Trends 2030 report, in the next decade consumers will be increasingly interested in personalized solutions for everything from health and wellness to genetics-based meal planning...
Today’s shipping landscape looks a lot different than it did a decade ago, but many businesses are still using the same shipping methods they’ve always used. If it’s 150lbs...
Ensuring LTL shipments arrive on time, undamaged, and to the right destination can be a challenge, especially when your expectations don’t quite align with reality. LTL shipping has a...
As the holiday season gets into full swing, retailers may want to plan ahead for when things go awry. Lost shipments, late deliveries, and damaged goods simply aren’t an...
Consumers today are shopping more online than ever before, which means retailers are looking for ways to increase shipping quantity and speed, while maintaining the bottom line. Less-than-truckload (LTL)...
Your business has its own unique needs. Therefore, it’s important to select the shipping solution that can help it meet (or even exceed) its goals. Since there are so...
Transportation logistics, specifically freight shipping, is riddled with both hard and soft costs which all too often go unaccounted for by corporations. This is especially true in businesses that...
Competition breeds excellence and drives business; it always has. So why, then, do so many traffic managers keep using the same low-quality, high-priced LTL freight carriers when there are...
Your Standard LTL Delivery is Late. Now what? Unfortunately, because a standard LTL delivery isn’t guaranteed to be delivered on a certain date or time, there’s not much you...
Transportation Management Systems (TMS) are more popular today than ever before. This is no surprise as they can simplify the entire LTL shipping process. So, what exactly is a...
These days, many consumers turn to the internet every time they want to make a purchase. While traditional retail still exists, the convenience of shopping online has turned consumers...
Less than Truckload or LTL shipping is a cost-effective way to ship goods throughout the country. You can use it to transport small freight or freight that doesn’t require...
Produce season in the United States typically begins in February and continues through the summer months. It’s when the largest volume of fruits and veggies are harvested and shipped...
Less Than a Truckload or LTL is a cost-effective way to ship goods throughout the United States. LTL is used to transport small freight or freight that does not...
Imagine you’re responsible for managing the logistics functions at your business. It is your job to handle the orders coming in and shipments that must be sent out. After...
Less Than Truckload or LTL shipping is an economical way to ship goods throughout the United States. If you depend on LTL shipping, you may be wondering how LTL...
The concept of the supply chain has been around since the mid-1980’s, but it wasn’t until the mid-1990’s that the supply chain as we know it today became mainstream....
New England Motor Freight, Inc. (NEMF) Announced a shutdown amid a Bankruptcy Filing earlier this month. As the 19th largest carrier of LTL freight, the announcement came as a...
Less than truckload freight shipping or LTL is used to transport a small freight or a freight that does not require an entire trailer. It’s a shipping method often...
Continued rate increases in 2019 isn’t what shipping and logistics managers want to hear heading into the new year, especially after the rate hikes they experienced in 2018, but...
The less than truckload (LTL) industry hasn’t always been fast adopters of technology. But as we enter 2019, it’s striking to see just how much of an impact technology...
The less than truckload (LTL) industry was up in 2018, experiencing growth over 2017. This growth is projected to continue in 2019. 2019 Outlook The demand for LTL services...
Now that the holiday season is finally here, you should know that freight shipments will be slowing down. As a customer, this may not be apparent. Here’s why: When...
During this Thanksgiving season, we wanted to take time to express our gratitude to American truck drivers. After all, everything we own has been on a truck at some...
United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS), is prepping its customers for a potential strike in its freight division. UPS Freight handles Less Than Truckload (LTL) shipping. UPS’s parcel shipping service,...
Whether you’re planning to utilize less than truckload shipping (LTL) or full truckload shipping (FTL), understanding the inner workings of your freight shipping quote is key to leveraging your...
What happens when a freight shipment is lost or damaged? Who pays and what is the claims process? These are just a few of the questions we receive on...
Did you know that your less than load (LTL) or full truckload (FTL) freight quote might not cover the replacement cost of your shipment if it’s damaged while in...
Recent changes in the fee structure of LTL freight shipping, such as cubic minimum capacity (or CMC), has many wondering whether they should be shipping parcel or LTL. In...
It’s every shipper’s worst nightmare: an LTL or FTL freight shipment is damaged. How do you get reimbursed for the damage? How long will reimbursement take? Who’s paying for...
Negotiating shipping contracts can feel a bit like a game of chess. You make one wrong move and the whole game is lost. One of those “wrong moves” is...
While Prepaid & Add is one of the most common shipping payment methods for LTL shipping, an alternative of shipping collect could be the better option for your business....
Tracking in the freight shipping world is most often associated with parcel service. You ship a package, receive a tracking number, and can easily follow online the route and...
For businesses great and small, shipping remains a major component of the logistics process. Generally, there are two good options for those looking to ship product in bulk: LTL...
Freight carriers have come up with many inventive ways in recent years to charge shippers for what would seem to be standard service. Charging heavy weight surcharges makes sense,...
There are several ways in which LTL carriers charge for freight shipping, which we discuss in our post, Do you know the difference between AMC, CMC, and MIN?. But...
To understand the total cost of less than truckload (LTL) shipping, and where you could be saving, it’s important to understand all of the factors that can and can’t...
For convenience and cost, LTL shipping is a common option for businesses who want to get their product from Point A to Point B safely without paying full truckload...
Whether you’re shipping a bundle of parcel packages in one large shipment, or you’re looking for a cost-effective way to move large products over a long distance, understanding the...
Are you looking for a cost-effective way to transport your product throughout the manufacturing and sales funnel? Intermodal shipping is a popular option in the United States thanks to...
If you’ve ever taken a small local plane to a large airport, only to take a larger plane to your end destination, you’ve experienced the brilliance of the spoke-hub...
Do you keep the bill of lading or the freight bill on file? If there’s a legal dispute, which document do you need? These questions are seemingly complicated. But...
Most LTL freight shippers choose this shipping option because it’s affordable and convenient compared to parcel or full-freight. However, there are a variety of factors that contribute to the...
Within the section “Freight Terms” on an LTL freight Bill of Lading, are two phrases that are often misunderstood: Freight Prepaid and Freight Collect. Understanding the meaning of the...
If you’re using LTL freight shipping, you’re already one step ahead of the pack. By using Less than Truckload (LTL) shipping instead of Full Truckload (FTL), you’re taking advantage...
If you’ve been considering whether or not to add a 3PL software to your LTL freight management logistics process, it’s time to stop thinking and take action. As a...
Want to save money on your company’s shipping? The first thing you need to understand is LTL freight class. Less than truckload, or LTL as it’s commonly called, is...
For small businesses, retailers, and companies dealing in a variety of products, navigating the logistics of shipping, warehousing, tracking, and distribution can be a challenge. Between finding the budget...
LTL shipping is a common term used within warehouses and shipping departments of larger businesses. However, new or growing businesses considering this cost-effective shipping method may not truly understand...
Customers return to their favorite businesses time and again because they enjoy the product, experience, and price offered. But when it comes to businesses choosing and sticking with a...
For many small businesses looking for a new LTL carrier, price is just one of many factors that go into the decision-making process. Like many business partnerships, the relationship...
According to a recent article in Logistics Management, the future of the LTL market is looking a little brighter thanks to advancements in technology and networking. Another major boon...
Whether you’re running a small to mid-sized company, or a Fortune 500, you need to feel confident in your full service 3PL provider. Between knowing where your shipment is...
If you’re thinking about using shipping services to get your product from Point A to Point B, there are two things about LTL shipping that can help you save...
Shipping is a complicated business, especially if you’re trying to stick to a tight schedule while navigating the confusing world of carriers. There are two common services used by...
LTL or less than truckload shipping is an alternative to parcel or full truckload freight shipping, which is often used by retailers and small business owners who are shipping...
Whether a retailer, manufacturer, or wholesaler, choosing between LTL and parcel shipping can have huge ramifications on your budget. Depending on your shipping volume, timeline, and budget, LTL could...
As a full-service logistics provider, Amware is part of an incredibly competitive industry that is facing some new challenges in today’s complex world. From finding good workers to continuing...
If you’re regularly shipping high value items parcels or LTL shipments, you may find that Limited Liability Coverage isn’t enough of a guarantee that your products will get to...
As a business owner utilizing shipping services, you know the importance of a high quality partnership in which you can be confident that your product will get to its...
If you’re relying on your goods to get to their destination on time and undamaged to keep your business afloat, then the standard Carrier Limited Liability coverage may not...
As a business owner, you’re used to covering your bases. You’ve built a team you trust to do the hard work that needs to get done. You have insurance...
All package tracking is not the same. LTL tracking is different than parcel tracking. As a small or mid-sized business, sending out individual parcels is relatively easy. You pack...
If you are ready to rein in transportation costs, according to Anthony Pagano, Ph.D., Director and Senior Research Associate at the Center for Supply Chain Management and Logistics, the...
When one thinks of Cleveland, OH, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, world-class orchestra, or the now NBA champion, Cavaliers likely come to mind faster than freight. In...
In today’s fast-paced corporate culture, managers, owners, and employees are always looking for ways to add an edge. Edge is the competitive advantage or value proposition that makes one...
It’s the call no freight shipping, traffic, or warehouse manager ever wants to receive. Their freight shipment never arrived at its intended destination, or it arrived, but there are...
As a Traffic Manager or Warehouse Manager, you know that getting your products from your location to their ultimate destination isn’t always as simple as it might seem. The...
