This week we celebrate Veterans Day and give thanks to the men and women who served honorably in the armed forces of the United States. Of the approximately 9 million veterans employed across the U.S. economy, 10.3% are in commercial transportation. Today more than ever, the industry needs people who know how to solve problems under pressure. Here are some points to consider if you’re
The North American supply chain has an increasing problem with port congestion, leading to fluctuating consumer goods inventories. The more our team examined this issue; it became clear the problems were taking on a snowball effect spreading through the supply chain from the shipper to the consumer, and everyone in between. There are many questions
Capacity is stretched thin and supply chains are in disarray. To keep assets moving, freight brokers and motor carriers are utilizing new mobile strategies to stay connected with drivers and provide tools they need to work smarter (both inside and outside the cab). Transportation companies have competing interests when choosing mobile technology. For efficiency’s sake, they
Professional truck drivers must be sticklers for detail to stay safe, productive, and compliant. The last thing they should have to worry about is whether they will get paid after completing an on-time delivery. All the planning and awareness it takes to ensure an incident-free workday can seem futile if paper shipping documents are causing delays in payroll and
For years now social media has connected our society together, and during a year of distancing and quarantining, it brought many together when other means weren’t possible. As we move forward, it seems that a new opportunity is arising for truckers to inspire and connect – maybe you’ve heard of it; TikTok. The video-driven social
Supply Chain Technology & Safety have taken a front seat over the last year as the freight industry has continued to remind us just how vital its success is to keep our country running. And a strong Supply Chain needs Brokers and 3PLs who can run a tight ship! They also need brokers who are equipped
A 2021 Spotlight Various new types of technology are available to Brokers and 3PLs today… and while adopting new tech has become crucial for freight brokers to stay successful and competitive, it’s important they implement the right solutions based on the individual brokerage… Watch 3PL Perspectives’ Rob O’Byrne and Sarah Barnes-Humphrey as they discuss the
Many shippers simply don’t have full visibility into which carriers and drivers are hauling their freight when using a freight brokerage or 3PL company… While there are the obvious benefits shippers get by working with brokers (liability, logistics, etc.), many shippers still express a desire to know which carriers are hauling their products, and have
Not only are we seeing silver lining come from the technology advances that 2020 bought, but the the future is looking bright too – So, grab your shades because we’re heading into a new horizon of opportunities. “A common theme runs through this year’s collection of trucking-centric features, it’s that staggering adversity almost always pushes
The switch from paper to digital, and manual labor to automation, requires the right solution matched with a seamless transition. We’ve been in business since 1991 helping freight brokers and carriers implement the latest tech that keeps the supply chain thriving…And to help guide you, we put together the three most common mistakes freight brokers