Freight Resources
Freight Density Calculator for LTL Shipping
As one of the four main characteristics used to evaluate a commodity (alongside stowability, ease or difficulty of handling and liability), the correct calculation of your LTL shipment’s density, and the selection of the corresponding freight class on your bill of lading, can help you avoid unwanted surprises on your freight shipping invoice. Some classes…
Read More4 Steps to Getting your Freight Quote Right
Getting accurate quotes is critical to your freight shipping planning. But there’s a lot that goes into the quote process. And even a small omission or mistake on your part can leave you staring at a final shipping invoice that’s way higher than you expected. Get your freight quote right the first time This quick-start…
Read MoreStandard and Specialty Freight Services Guide
Shipping freight is a complicated business. And of all the factors to consider, finding the right service could be the most important decision you’ll make. Our freight services guide will help. It walks you through 10 freight service types. Plus it serves up key tips and special requirements and restrictions to help you make the…
Read MoreFreight Shipping Insurance with UPS Capital
For some shippers, relying on the carrier’s limits of liability is an acceptable way to protect their freight shipping in transit — even if it may not cover the full value of lost or damaged goods. But don’t forget that carrier liability is not the same as shipment insurance! In our downloadable tip sheet, we’ve…
Read MoreGet Freight Shipping Relief
As a business owner, we know that your time is precious. You have enough to worry about without the added stress of trying to navigate common freight shipping challenges. Luckily, WWEX can help make your freight shipping logistics pain-free. Download this quick and helpful guide to learn how WWEX can ease even the biggest freight shipping…
Read MoreHow to Improve your Inbound Freight Management
A well-crafted inbound freight program can make a powerful impact on your business – and your overall shipping program. But it’s also something that many business owners tend to overlook when they search for ways to optimize their shipping operations. This guide lays out why it pays to focus on inbound management. It also provides…
Read MoreCarrier Liability vs Cargo Insurance: Are you Covered?
While carriers do their best to protect your freight shipment from damage or loss, it’s bound to happen at some point. When it does, are you relying on carrier liability to make you whole again? If so, you might be in for a shock if you’re not able to recoup your full loss. Take our…
Read MoreLTL Shipping: Top Questions Answered
So your business has freight to move, but you don’t necessarily ship enough products to warrant a full truckload. Sounds like less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping is right up your alley! LTL shipping is a fantastic option for small- to medium-sized businesses that don’t need to ship a full truckload but still want to take advantage of the…
Read More9 Freight Terms All Shippers Should Know
New to freight shipping? Then you’ve probably puzzled over some of the industry terms and acronyms you’ve no doubt encountered so far. LTL. FTL. BOL. NMFC. What do they all mean? And how will they affect your day-to-day shipping operations? It’s enough to make your head spin. This freight terms infographic will help get you started.…
Read MoreScale from Parcel to LTL Freight in Times of Business Growth
Parcel or less than truckload (LTL) freight – when does it make sense to use one shipping method over the other? Your decision doesn’t have to be set in stone. In fact, fluctuating between the two based on business volume and shipping needs can benefit your bottom line. When orders increase, you can save money…
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