Freight Resources
5 Tips on Shipping Freight to Big Box Retailers
You did it — you’ve signed a vendor contract with a big box chain of stores. Congratulations! Shelf space in the big leagues can help increase sales and build brand recognition. When you’re done fist-pumping, or passing the bubbly, or however you’re celebrating, it’s time for the next step: Plan how to ship freight to…
Read MoreLTL vs. FTL Shipping Modes: What’s the Difference?
There are a lot of acronyms in the world of freight: BOL, TMS, NMFC, EEI, POD to name just a few. In this alphabet shipping soup, however, there are two freight acronyms that often rise to the top and are crucially important for any SMB (there’s another one!) to understand: LTL and FTL. What does…
Read MoreHow to Avoid Freight Delays & Keep Consignees Happy
“Yay for delays!” is not something you’ll hear a small or mid-sized business owner ever say. Unfortunately, there are many challenges these days to on-time freight shipping. In fact, many industry insiders feel that “peak season” is now year-round, and the volume increase around the holidays just compounds things. The ongoing capacity shortage can translate…
Read MoreCompare LTL Freight Shipping Carriers
What is a less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier? Are there different kinds of LTL carriers? What services do LTL shipping companies offer, and which is best for my business? If you’ve asked yourself any of the preceding questions, have we got an e-guide for you! We’ve put together this comprehensive guide to help you compare and contrast…
Read More7 Ways to Get Ahead of Peak Season Freight Shipping Delays
We’re getting very close to peak shipping season, the time when volumes — and frustrations — can reach their highest levels of the year. The holiday shipping season is expected to see an increased amount of freight crisscrossing the country, which means shippers are competing against greater shipping congestion and higher surcharges. Smart businesses need…
Read MoreHow to Avoid Common Accessorial Fees & Charges
When you’re shipping freight, it’s not unusual for the invoiced amount to be greater than the price originally quoted by a carrier. More often than not, the extra charges are to cover carrier accessorial fees for services or equipment needed to complete a delivery. Accessorial charges vary with every carrier and are typically applied to…
Read MoreFreight Terms & Definitions
The freight industry is full of terminology that’s important to understand. Here are some common freight term definitions that will be helpful to know for your daily shipping operations. Accessorial Charges When shipping via less-than-truckload (LTL) or full truckload (FTL), accessorial charges are the extra fees incurred when the carrier performs additional services or uses…
Read MoreGetting Started With a New Carrier
As any small or mid-sized business owner knows, relationships are everything. Building and maintaining professional relationships with suppliers and vendors, partners and customers is crucial to running a successful business. Another critical on is the shipper and carrier relationship. The business you do with the right shipping carrier (or carriers) can have an enormously beneficial…
Read MoreCargo Theft Prevention
The holidays are the peak season for a lot of things in the shipping world. Volumes are usually at their highest as businesses see their biggest sales of the year. Another thing that peaks during the busy holidays, unfortunately, is cargo theft — and the trend is on the rise. Why are the holidays prime…
Read MoreHow to Avoid Rejected Freight
Let’s face it: no one likes rejection. Whether in your business or personal life, being rejected is never fun. And your freight feels the same way! Every time freight is shipped, there’s a possibility that the consignee (receiver) will reject it. Fortunately, there are some ways for smart businesses to be proactive against their freight…
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