Being a shipper of choice means that carriers value your working with your business and actually prefer to engage in business activities with you. Once such a relationship is established, being a shipper of choice can prove to be beneficial to everyone who is involved. Not only can it create a friendly and efficient work …
Five steps for trucking companies to become more desirable to a shipper. Part 1 Read More »
Not sure about the difference between a freight broker and a 3PL (third-party logistics) provider? You’re not alone—and the transportation industry doesn’t make it any easier by using the two terms interchangeably. Plus, there are a lot of similarities between the two. Both freight brokers and 3PLs act as intermediaries between shippers and carriers, arranging …
Freight Broker or 3PL: Which is Best For Your Business? Read More »
A good freight broker can solve your shipping dilemmas, save you money, and help your business run smoother. But how do you know if you’re working with the right one? And if you are, how can you make that relationship long-lasting, productive, and lucrative? The tips below can help you to get the most out …
4 Ways to Get The Most Out of Your Freight Broker Read More »
When a national energy company asks you coordinate a hugely important shipment in less than a week, you step it up. At least that’s what happened when a Texas headquartered natural gas utility giant approached us with a rather odd sounding freight: a pig launcher. Turns out, though it may have a somewhat comical name, …
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