5 characteristics of reliable freight shipping services.
When you're vetting online freight shipping services, the sheer number of available options can present a challenge. However, with adequate research, you can easily narrow it down. To simplify this process, we've outlined what we see as the key attributes of a dependable freight shipping service.
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20+ Twitter profiles to follow for logistics and freight shipping news.
The way we consume daily news has certainly changed in the new millennium. While we used to rely on the 6 o'clock news and morning paper to keep us up to speed, we now have 365/24/7 access through online news channels, blogs and of course, Twitter.
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A day in the life of an American trucker.
We are celebrating Truck Driver Appreciation Week by talking about the trucker's crucial role in our lives, transporting goods businesses and people depend on. Driving a truck calls for a unique skillset that helps to ensure those items arrive efficiently and safely.
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Freightquote by C.H. Robinson checklist for freight shippers.
There are a number of factors to keep in mind when planning a shipment. With adequate research and preparation though, seamless shipping is a breeze. We have put together a quick checklist to help you when it comes time to ship.
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How to manage the weight adjustment process.
Though we provide the most accurate information possible on the bill of lading (BOL), freight shipping adjustments happen on occasion. A freight shipping adjustment occurs when the carrier corrects shipment specifications, resulting in additional charges due to the inaccurate information.
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Truck driver shortage: The current state and how to fight it.
This is not a new conversation, but it is a relevant one. The freight industry still does not have enough truck drivers.
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What is LTL Shipping?
The U.S. transportation system ships a reported daily average of 54 million tons of freight worth almost $48 billion each day or about 63 tons of goods per person per year - a total expected to grow.
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Estimated freight classes of commonly shipped goods.
Freight class - one of those things you must know when shipping LTL freight. The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) organized a system of groupings that include freight classes and their definitions to provide shippers and carriers with a practical and standardized means to base rates for shipments.
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Freight shipping trends from the second half of 2015.
As the second half of 2015 comes to an end, shippers and carriers alike are planning for the new year. Let's take a look back to prepare for what's ahead. This helps us understand what has happened and gauge the next market patterns - similar to what we did in the first part of the year.
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How to navigate LTL General Rate Increases (GRIs).
Companies that rely on LTL carriers to move products across the country are beginning 2016 with nearly a 5 percent increase in their shipping budgets. That's because last fall, the major carriers announced General Rate Increases (GRIs) averaging 4.9 percent, most of which have already taken effect.
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Free white paper: Demystifying freight classification
A complete discussion of the freight class system coupled with a detailed explanation of dimensional rating.
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