Contract and spot rates each have their place in the shipping industry — some businesses may even utilize both options, depending on their...
As of 2022, an estimated 38.4 million Americans consume cannabis in some form. Business in this sector is booming, but participating in the...
Less-than-truckload shipping (LTL) is the primary method for moving cargo too large to ship in packages, but too small to fill an entire trailer...
Fresh. Organic. All-natural. Locally sourced. These buzzy marketing terms within the food and beverage vertical are evidence of growing consumer...
There are some universal precautions taken across every industry to ensure shipped cargo arrives intact and unspoiled at its final destination....
Barren shelves, empty produce bins and sprints to grab the last bag of flour during early days of the pandemic are now (thankfully) in the...
Most people assume a truck and trailer always come together, and are each owned and operated by the same company. In the world of shipping, this...
When considering a third-party logistics partner, it’s important to understand your options. Some 3PLs (including First Call) are asset-based,...
“Disruption” hardly begins to encapsulate the state of the global supply chain in recent years. From post-pandemic struggles to international...
Despite continued concerns for the overall stability of the supply chain, there are several exciting technological advancements that have the...
