Even with today’s best forecasting and routing tech, last-mile delivery (which often involves navigating densely populated urban areas, sitting...
With last year’s holiday season accounting for more than $222 billion in sales, it’s hard to overstate the importance of peak season for both...
The term “ghost lane” refers to routes contracted by shippers as a precautionary measure to cover potential demand (potential being the operative...
Dock scheduling is among those few specific links in the supply chain where the promise of “streamlining logistical operations” really happens.
When consumer demand shifts even slightly, the ripple effect through a supply chain can be surprisingly large. This article covers why the bullwhip effect happens, what causes it to accelerate, and what shippers can do to reduce its impact.
Each spring, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) conducts an annual International Roadcheck to promote commercial motor vehicle safety across North America.
Logistics is a complicated industry tasked with shipping material goods worldwide as efficiently as possible. However, as rising calls for...
Extreme weather threatens to disrupt the lives and economies of millions every year. Even as logistics professionals grow more proficient at...
In a pinch, power-only trucking’s advantages generally serve as a good source of supply chain flexibility...
A successful shipping contract balances reliable services with cost-efficient rates. Shippers need trustworthy carriers to ensure on-time...
