by Brad Mullins | Dec 8, 2020 | 3PL, Less Than Truckload
3PL’s and LTL Carriers are competitors, right? The relationship between 3PL’s and LTL carriers probably isn’t what you imagine it is. 3PL’s that aren’t 100% asset-based typically utilize the larger LTL carrier network to move their...
by Brad Mullins | Nov 24, 2020 | 3PL, Holiday, Less Than Truckload
In many areas of life, preparation is key — an idea that certainly applies to the best shipping during peak seasons, especially the holidays. Being well prepared can help you to avoid service issues and paying higher rates. Extra Pieces in the Holiday Shipping Puzzle...
by Brad Mullins | Oct 29, 2020 | 3PL, Less Than Truckload, Transportation Logistics
Over the last several years, the freight industry has seen steady and impressive growth. Freight tonnage in the U.S. is poised to grow a whopping 35% by 2027. Domestic Freight Shipping, Defined Goods transported in large bulk shipments across the United States...
by Brad Mullins | Oct 16, 2020 | 3PL, Less Than Truckload
What’s a Freight Shipping Quote? We get a fair amount of questions from new customers around freight shipping quotes. A shipping quote is the first step in the shipping process. The shipping quote is generated by the carrier or 3PL and outlines and line-items the...
by Brad Mullins | Sep 24, 2020 | Transportation Logistics, Warehousing
Integrating Warehousing and Transportation There’s a lot to be said for specialization and focus, especially as it relates to business. Dilution of focus can be costly for businesses as they stretch resources too thin trying to be everything to everyone. There...