GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2015

Today we finalize our most viewed articles from the Cerasis blog by featuring the most read freight articles published in 2015. As a recap, and for easy to access link, we have showcased the following: Most Read Manufacturing Articles of 2015. Top Supply Chain Articles of 2015. Top Logistics Articles of 2015.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2015

We continue our series on the most read articles from the Cerasis blog for 2015 today by featuring any of the blogs in the transportation management or transportation categories. . We've already listed the top 10 manufacturing articles, the top 10 supply chain articles, and yesterday, the top 10 logistics articles.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

JUNE 29, 2020

Use the right packing materials to fill in empty space inside boxes, so that contents don’t slide around and collide with other objects, or get squashed when packed onto a truck. The post 4 tips to reduce cargo damage and save money on shipping costs appeared first on Shipping and Freight Resource.

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United World Transporation

JULY 2, 2020

In the beginning of June, we wrote an article on Financial Scams. Here are some tips: Verify who you are doing business with. Sign BOLs with your driver name, company name that is on the side of your truck, and MC number at pickup. 7 Theft Prevention Tips You Need to Know appeared first on United World Transportation.

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Women in Trucking

DECEMBER 27, 2022

From recruiting, safety, driver tips and more, Here are the top 10 articles of 2022. As 2022 comes to a close, what topics caught the eyes of our readers over the past twelve months?

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 9, 2024

Need to reduce your road freight costs or improve transport/trucking service? Watch the video below and get some tips! Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them out: 10 Freight Management Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Freight Benchmarking: What Is It?

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Turvo

MAY 4, 2021

For many managers at any carrier or trucking company today, profit margins are their most important metric. Here are a few ways that managers at carriers, trucking companies, 3PLs, and shippers alike can increase profitability: Connect the End-to-End Supply Chain to Improve Visibility. Improved overall performance and ROI.

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United World Transporation

JANUARY 30, 2020

For a good review of commercial truck driver insurance, check out our article: 3 Problems New Truck Drivers Face When Searching for Truck Insurance. In addition, understanding your fuel surcharge is key; it assists you in knowing the rate you need to move your truck.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 2, 2025

So thats the route were taking in this article (no pun intended), we’ll be exploring the evolution of fleet route optimisation from a time-consuming pen-and-paper exercise to a high-tech process that, in some cases, can be completed in minutes. KPI dashboards and reporting: This is linked to tip #3 above.

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 10, 2024

This article will provide a detailed reference to LTL shipping, including the definition of LTL, shipping prices, delivery method, and how to manage your LTL shipment to the fullest. For example, less-than-truckload shipping requires 12 linear feet and pallets ranging from one to six, with a maximum of 10 pallets per truck.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 31, 2015

50 Most Read Articles of All Time From the Cerasis Blog. We will feature the 50 most read articles of all time from the Cerasis blog by covering the 50th most read counting down to the most read blog of all time. Without any more words or ado, here are the 50 most read articles from the Cerasis blog of all time!

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3PL Insights

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Here are a few tips on improving the health and warehouse winter safety for employees this winter. Warehouses can be difficult to keep warm when associates need to load and unload trucks. These safety tips should be used alongside your standard warehouse winter safety practices. Dress Appropriately.

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 14, 2018

Meanwhile, cargo thefts from trucks continue to rise in number as greater quantities of high-value products are hauled along the world’s highways. I originally published this article in April of 2015. In short, the problem of theft from trucks is not going away, and the need for security and vigilance remains high.

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ShipLilly

JULY 7, 2021

Driver dissapointed in cabin of big modern truck. Although cargo theft is an ongoing problem for the trucking industry throughout the season, it makes sense that criminals would escalate their efforts when high value products are being imported and exported. Thefts can also occur on truck stops and in unsecured yards.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Of all the various freight broker sales tips, setting the hook is essential for getting and keeping a prospect’s attention. . 7 freight broker sales tips for building the hook. #1: Setting up Google alerts on prospects is a simple but fantastic tactic in this list of freight broker sales tips. 1: Company website.

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Trux

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

This article provides practical tips to navigate this challenge and ensure efficient operations. Download the accompanying eBook: A Dump Truck Dispatcher's Guide to Efficient Scheduling at the end. Complex scheduling is a major challenge for dispatchers.

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Conger

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

This article explores the different types of forklift attachments and their applications. Calculating the added weight of the fork extensions is vital to prevent exceeding the forklift’s capacity, avoiding potential tip-overs. Fork extensions extend the reach of a truck fork making them very useful for hard-to-reach materials.

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Women in Trucking

JANUARY 5, 2020

Working out of a truck can create roadblocks to healthy living. Typically, drivers don’t have set schedules, rely on truck stops for nourishment and sit for long stretches of time. Here are five tips to help drivers maintain a healthy lifestyle on the road: 1. Prepare your own meals. Like this kind of content? Learn More

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Freightera

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Here are some pro tips and best practices for mporting via less than truckload shipping When it comes to importing goods, Less Than Truckload (LTL) shipping is a cost-effective solution for smaller shipments of about 2-5 pallets that dont require a full trailer.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

SEPTEMBER 13, 2020

Here are some tips to assist you in shipping your first container. Many shippers do not pay attention to this aspect and end up paying truck detention or standing time unnecessarily simply because they didn’t check with the trucker on this aspect or did not convey same to the packing station. Product/Market.

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Women in Trucking

MAY 18, 2020

Put these three tips in practice to help advance your career today. This article was originally featured in Edition 3 of 2018 in our official magazine, Redefining The Road. For more insights, check out Alexander’s book, How Women Can Succeed in the Workplace (Despite Having “Female Brains”). Like this kind of content? Learn More

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Women in Trucking

JANUARY 5, 2020

This article was originally featured in Edition 3 of 2019 in our official magazine, Redefining The Road. And, as with any area of a company, gender balanced teams are more effective and deliver better results. Like this kind of content? Learn More

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GoShip Blog

APRIL 11, 2025

They dont own trucks they own relationships, systems, and experience. In this article, we’ll break down what freight brokers do, what to look for when selecting one, and how to ensure they meet the unique needs of your business. In short: they dont own trucks they create logistics solutions. Why Use a Freight Broker?

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 9, 2017

One of the best ways to get the knowledge you need to excel is to turn for freight broker tips in online groups. Freight Broker Tips and Resources (LinkedIn). The Freight Broker Tips and Resources LinkedIn group offers a ton of free freight broker resources to enrich your knowledge in the trade. Truckers Report (Forum).

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Parade

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

Starting with Location Data A robust carrier intelligence (Link to Article) system uses a mixture of data sources to procure capacity in an intelligent manner. For instance, real-time location data cannot predict which direction the freight is headed, or whether a load is already booked on a specific truck, freight preferences, etc.

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ShipLilly

OCTOBER 10, 2020

This article explores some of the tips that you can use to effectively ship furniture. Moreover, deliveries will likely be transferred between trucks as they make their way to their final destination. This article has highlighted some key considerations including the size, weight, and bulkiness of your furniture.

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Turvo

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Regardless of what markets do and what happens overall in the country, trucking and transportation collaboration remain an essential service. The top trucking influencers will remain a valuable source of information. According to the American Trucking Associations , “America’s trucking industry is the lifeblood of the U.S.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 27, 2018

These are the principles we’ll expand on in the remainder of this article. If you wish, you can implement gamification in inventory management and warehousing, transport management or even into the cabs of trucks if you run a commercial-vehicle fleet. Gamification and Fork Trucks: Beware the Distractions.

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Bringg

APRIL 18, 2021

In this article, we’ll take a look at what green logistics is, the concerns that are still keeping these sustainability solutions from widespread adoption, and best practices that every business can adopt to create an eco-friendly delivery service. . Batch goods together for higher drop density.

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Trinity Logistics

APRIL 24, 2023

Refrigerated trucking can be a complex, but rewarding job. Refrigerated trucking is not only more specialized than dry freight hauling but offers more earning potential, and there are certain times of the year during which you can count on higher freight volumes to keep your company profitable. Cleaning Your Refrigerated Trailer 1.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

What will 2019 bring for the trucking industry? How will the changes in the trucking industry impact a shipper’s business? Knowledge of the existing trends can also provide insight into what one may expect from the trucking industry in the coming year. Will there be a capacity crunch, demand – supply imbalance?

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Freightera

JANUARY 26, 2023

Learn how to reduce one of the biggest expenses for small and medium-sized businesses In this article, we go over some of the often-overlooked practices that can help you and your business save time and money. By sharing a truck with other businesses, you share the costs and save money on shipping.

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Penske Move Ahead

JULY 12, 2019

Due to Tropical Storm/Hurricane Barry, the following Penske Truck Leasing facilities in southern Louisiana will close Friday, July 12, 2019 at 6 p.m. Consumer Truck Rental Reservations: 1-888-996-5415. Commercial Truck Rental Reservations: 1-800-736-7531. Related Article: Hurricane Tips for Fleet Operators.

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GoShip Blog

AUGUST 5, 2022

In this article, we share five expert tips on the cheapest ways to ship your packages in 2022 and save money in your business. Several factors contribute to a hike in shipping costs, such as higher fuel prices , shortage of truck drivers, and increased e-commerce purchasing. Inflation and higher shipping costs .

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Logistics Bureau

JUNE 15, 2020

When I first began planning this article, the most significant impacts of COVID-19 were primarily limited to Mainland China. Below are the statistics as provided by Seabury, and reported in a Flexport article in mid-April: Capacity from Europe to North America is down by 52%. Truck Platooning Tests Prove Positive in Europe.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

We encourage our audience to visit The Catavolt Blog for more relevant posts about mobility in manufacturing for best practices, tips, and great industry insights. Author Malcolm Gladwell defined a “tipping point” as “the moment of critical mass, the threshold, the boiling point.” And the mobile landscape continues to evolve.

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Conger

MAY 28, 2021

By the end of this article, you’ll learn: Why forklift operator safety training is important. What Are OSHA’s Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Training Requirements? In 1984, a study was conducted by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) to determine the effectiveness of a lift truck safety training program.

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