High-performing supply chains lead to above-average growth. But what is the difference between supply chain management and logistics management? And how can optimized logistics management—particularly inbound—lead to increased profits...
One of the key ingredients in a healthy bottom line is a smooth logistics and supply chain process. Following is a discussion of four common obstacles increasingly experienced by...
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...
An automated Transportation Management System, or TMS, is a common tool used by traffic managers in logistics departments of larger businesses, providing an efficient and cost-effective way to streamline...
Numerous factors—including demand fluctuations and how much capacity is available—regularly affect the trucking industry, with environmental and political issues adding to the mix. To employ optimal logistics management and...
You’re leaning toward working with a third-party logistics (3PL) provider for your supply chain transportation logistics needs. Now what? Is it better to go with a non-asset-based provider that...
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...
Partial truckload offers an option for that in-between size when your shipment is too big for less than truckload (LTL) yet won’t fill an entire truck. Although it’s not...
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...
While the ultimate impact of COVID-19 on transportation logistics remains to be seen, our global supply chain–with its intricate and overlapping networks–is shifting and adapting to keep goods moving...
Which Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Company Will Best Meet Your Company’s Needs? A basic understanding of the different types of 3PL companies can help you decide. 3PL services are...
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...
Logistics outsourcing is a tried-and-true method for growing your business because it can help lower your bottom line, increase efficiency, and create a competitive advantage. There are several major...
In today’s highly digital space, consumers are looking for quick at-home delivery. Retailers are highly incentivized to make this possible, but many are still using an old distribution model...
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...
In articles past, we’ve 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...
In recent years, more and more businesses have discovered the benefits of integrating with third-party logistics (3PL) providers. With a reputable 3PL provider by your side, you can eliminate...
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...
A third party logistics (3PL) provider has an important role in supply chain. When you work with a reputable 3PL provider, you can expect them to deliver custom solutions...
The reality is that it’s expensive to perform vital supply chain initiatives in-house. In order to do so, you need to invest in servers to support technology and store...
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...
The terms warehouse and fulfillment center often get used interchangeably. But, are they the same thing? While many people believe that a warehouse is the same as a fulfillment...
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...
Where parcel shipping once ruled, LTL and 3PL services are now becoming increasingly common for online retailers. Let’s take a closer look at how 3PLs are improving online fulfillment...
Traditional logistics works like this: You receive an item from a manufacturer or reseller, sell it to a customer directly, and the process ends when the customer uses the...
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...
As the U.S.- China trade war marches forward, its impact is being felt by supply chains across the country and around the world. The Tariff Timeline Earlier this month,...
At first glance, public warehousing might seem pretty straightforward. Manufacturers, distributors, or end user customers deliver pallets of inventory by truck or train to a warehouse. The warehouse personnel...
The benefits of Less Than a Truckload or LTL shipping are many, especially for businesses who need to transport small freight or freight that does not require an entire...
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...
If you are a logistics or supply chain manager, it’s essential to understand the importance of inventory flow and management, especially as it pertains to your warehousing. the efficient...
One of the most important yet underutilized practices in the warehouse logistics industry is cross-docking. Cross-docking is a type of logistics procedure that involves distributing products from a supplier...
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...
When it comes to site selection for warehousing, there’s much more to consider than where the physical building sits. In fact, there are consultants out there who make their...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
