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The State of The Freight : Unique Challenges and Novel Solutions

Shipping and Freight Resource

2020 threw at us a potent concoction of virulent market conditions including a pandemic, skyrocketing freight rates, reduced availability of space and equipment on container ships, unprecedented demand and port congestions along with the usual documentation and visibility issues that we have been facing for years. Take the survey.

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The Power of Print: Why Strategic Communications Drive Lawn & Pest Control Success

WorkWave

While these letters work best as part of a comprehensive customer communication strategy, don’t let digital trends cause you to overlook these proven approaches to customer retention and revenue growth. Do your prepay offers arrive in homes when customers are most likely to consider them?

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How Changing Climate Conditions Affect Project Cargo Transportation and What to Do About It

MTS Logistics

But, keep in mind it is documented that most of our infrastructure was built using the temperature records from the mid-20th century. Project cargo weight on these possible compromised roads and railways should be a concern even with DOT route surveys. Right now, the going trend in the U.S.

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This Week in Logistics News (July 13 – 19)

Logistics Viewpoints

billion in June, up 8 percent year over year for the month, with delivery surging, ship-to-home sales showing strong results, and pickup sales holding steady relative to last year, according to the Brick Meets Click/Mercatus Grocery Shopper Survey. The delivery category jumped to $2.9 billion for college students and $38.8 At least in the US.

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Most Popular Logistics Stories from 2021

Logistics Viewpoints

While we have published predictions about supply chain technology trends at the beginning of the year in past years. 2021 Supply Chain Technology Trends to Watch ; Steve Banker, Chris Cunnane, and Clint Reiser. But we can’t document the ROI or other benefits at this point. But how mature are these technologies?

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What is Delivery as a Service? And Does Your Company Need It?

WorkWave

This not only provides versatility but also aligns with the growing trend of personalized delivery experiences, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty. According to a NielsenIQ survey, 61% of consumers prefer fast deliveries, reflecting a trend towards higher expectations for speed.

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Today’s Freight Transportation Market: Answers to 9 Common Questions

CH Robinson Logistics

Robinson experts provided in-depth analysis of current supply and demand trends, our updated forecast, and the impact of global import volumes on North American freight transportation. This has decreased to 2.5%, which includes ships out of service for compulsory surveys or repairs. During our Q3 Market Insights Live! webinar, C.H.