Businesses of all shapes and sizes utilize shipping services at one point or another. Some businesses struggle with shipping, especially during growth, expansion, or fluctuating busy times of the...
It’s more common today than ever before to use a third-party logistics company or 3PL to help manage supply chain logistics. A 3PL can offer custom solutions that meet...
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...
When you think of a warehouse, you likely picture a big building with rows and rows of shelves and forklifts. While these types of warehouse are still the primary...
Managing your company’s transportation needs is no easy undertaking. Regardless of whether you’re a small startup or large Fortune 500 company, you may find value in outsourcing transportation management....
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,...
Last month, we talked about the difference between supply chain and logistics services. In this article, we’re going to dive deeper into exactly what the warehousing portion of supply...
We’ve written several articles around warehousing over the last year. These have largely revolved around the differences in warehousing types and what to look for when choosing a public...
Are Your Logistics Synchronous or Asynchronous? It may not be an easy question to answer on the fly, so let’s look at exactly what we mean when we’re talking...
By now, you’re likely well versed regarding Third Party Logistic (3PL) companies. But did you know that there’s such a thing as a Fourth Party Logistics company (4PL)? Keep...
Within the supply chain, there are a variety of warehousing options, each designed for different purposes for different sized businesses, and all with different business models in mind. For...
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...
Amware is a third-party freight and logistics provider (3PL). While a good number of our customers understand and take advantage of our freight services, many are still a little...
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...
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...
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...
Public warehouse services make it possible for companies of all sizes to enjoy several benefits not available in other storage facilities. But what is a public warehouse, how does...
One of the biggest mistakes we see in public warehousing is the absence of a warehouse management system. In terms of productivity, loss control, and efficiency, a digital system...
Are you trying to find the best shipping solution for your full truckload (FTL) shipment? Finding the right shipping solutions for your business doesn’t have to be challenging. In...
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...
If you’re searching for a warehousing option to fit your business model, you may find yourself considering several options that all sound suspiciously similar. Public, contract, and 3PL warehousing...
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...
Common Loss Exposures in Public Warehousing Preventing loss or minimizing loss exposure in public warehousing starts with knowing where your exposures are. In warehousing, there are a few exposures...
Public Warehousing is a critical component of the supply chain, and as technology integration of the supply chain continues, so does the role of the warehouse as part of...
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...
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...
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...
Public and private warehousing are two options for storing goods throughout the shipping process. Both offer a convenient storage solution and a variety of benefits, but which is better...
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...
Whether you’re a busy C-level executive working to improve your bottom line, or a Traffic Manager simply looking to improve efficiency, a 3PL company can be a great asset....
A 3PL company offers both logistics and supply chain management services, but aren’t they the same thing? Actually, they’re not. In today’s blog post, we’ll define both, tell you...
The holiday shopping season is in full swing, and busy customers expect to know when their parcel shipments will arrive, where they are throughout the process, and who to...
Shipping in the US can be expensive, complicated, and time-consuming, but 3PL service providers work with shippers to ease the process significantly. 3PL services can assist busy managers and...
Amware freight agents are one of the keys to our business success, which is why we spend so much time and effort developing and improving on our training program...
Whether you’re considering a new career or simply trying to learn more about the industry, working as a freight agent can be rewarding both emotionally and financially. With the...
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...
A distribution warehouse is an affordable option for those looking to save on shipping and storage costs. But what exactly do they have to offer and what should you...
Third-party logistics companies (3PLs) offer an abundance of services. They can provide shipping quotes, shipping route options, storage services, tracking information, and more. But if a 3PL doesn’t have...
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...
3PL software integration saves time and money. Amrate is a 3PL software from Amware that easily integrates with all of the most common platforms including Oracle, SAP, Great Plains,...
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...
If you’ve been thinking about adding a logistics software to your shipping operation, there are quite a few things for you to consider. So today we’re going to help...
Amrate is a 3PL software that makes LTL shipping a breeze. In consumer industries, getting a quote from a variety of sources is easy. There are a number of...
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...
Gathering shipping quotes from a bunch of carriers can take quite a lot of time. Between requesting quotes, following up with your contact, and comparing them, you could spend...
One of the most common questions we get is seemingly simple: Can a 3PL handle parcel services? In terms of logistics, the answer is “no.” But with the team...
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...
While it may not seem like it, parcel shipping can be an incredibly expensive way to distribute your products and parcel carrier contract can be confusing. But the cost...
Fuel surcharges are just one of the many ways that business owners lose money each year on parcel shipments. Expensive, inflexible, and constantly changing, it’s hard to determine how...
One of the biggest challenges facing retail business owners is navigating parcel carrier agreements. In other business situations, you and the other party are on the same page, speaking...
If your carrier isn’t meeting all of your expectations, then you’ve got to take a closer look at the success found by Cleveland freight agents. Perfectly situated for transporting...
If you’re running a business with a complex supply chain, you know that finding a public warehouse with everything you need is the key to survival in today’s competitive...
Companies look for ways to increase profit and productivity without sacrificing the quality of the product or service they provide. Modern technology presents an opportunity to do this through...
Inadequate preparation is of one the biggest mistakes shippers make before parcel agreement negotiations. One of the best things that you can do to prepare as a shipper is...
What is Public Warehousing? A Public Warehouse offers companies the ability to store their inventory on a short or long-term basis. For businesses seeking to work with a public...
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...
While it may not seem so, parcel shipping can be a complicated, time consuming, and often costly operation for many businesses. Substandard planning can result in over payment and...
While the basics of parcel shipping remain the same for both residential and commercial parcel shipments, there are a couple significant differences. Cost – whether it’s a business...
Determining your annual eCommerce shipping and handling fees can be tricky business, with pitfalls on both ends of the spectrum from setting them either too high, or too low....
When it’s time to sit down and take a good, hard look at the overcharges your company is sustaining, it would be wise to take even the smallest, seemingly...
In the familiar story those in the shipping industry know all too well, FedEx and UPS have announced their upcoming annual rate increases, although this year, some parts of...
As we enter the peak of the 2016 year-end shipping season, businesses making parcel shipments would be wise to take stock, literally, and figuratively, to prepare to adeptly handle...
If you’ve ever looked closely at your phone or cable bill, it wouldn’t take long to see the hidden costs. Tariffs, surcharges, USF fund charges, and hidden usage charges...
If yours is a business that has a parcel carrier agreement it typically means all of your parcel packages are shipped daily and billed monthly to the single corporate...
In early September, UPS announced rate increases for 2017. Beginning December 26th, Ground service in the U.S. will increase an average of 4.9%. UPS Air Freight rates within and between...
Your company’s officers arrived at the quarterly shareholder meeting and voiced a concern regarding shipping costs. They’ve recently been made aware of a line item cost called, manifested but...
