It used to be that businesses used “lean” practices to streamline processes while increasing value to customers. The goal was minimized waste, increased customer satisfaction, contained costs and continual improvement. These goals are still important but more unpredictable supply and demand, combine…...

It used to be that only the largest enterprises could justify the cost and effort of implementing a TMS in their logistics operations. Today, with so many cost effective options, many SMBs are using them too. With organizations of all sizes looking for ways to contain costs and streamline operations…...

It’s been a few years since the first self-driving semi-truck hit the road. Since then, developers and manufacturers of autonomous truck driving technology have continued to make progress. Yet, they still have a ways to go before they overtake the industry. So, what’s the hold up? How can self-drivi…...

Cost containment is an ongoing effort. Controlling expedited freight costs can be more challenging than some. If you have a tight time frame you need to meet, you essentially have two choices -- pay the higher rates or choose to miss the deadline. That isn’t exactly true. There are other ways to con…...

Previously we discussed different expedited freight shipping options including air charter, hand carry, air freight, and dedicated truck (aka Hotshot). If you’ve decided that you need to use an expedited shipping method, how do you select the best method to meet your requirements? Here are five cons…...