Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 16, 2014

Freight volumes are growing nicely on a year-over-year basis for most trucking sectors as economic growth remains solid,” said Bob […]. Guest Commentary Logistics Outsourcing Logistics Service Providers Logistics Software Vendors Transportation'

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Trucker Dump

JULY 16, 2020

The post TD146: Personal Safety Tips For Truckers appeared first on About Truck Driving. Not the laughably slow Dawn of the Dead zombies, but those really scary fast ones from 28 Days Later that are infected by some sort. We are living in a world full of nut-jobs. Maybe there’s something floating around in the air beyond COVID-19?

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United World Transporation

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

Continue reading below to find out how to be prepared for liability by following these management tips. However, these tools are useful for new drivers so they won’t develop bad driving habits. For instance, GPS data helps you keep track of trucks and alert you when things go wrong. Prevent Rather Than Treat.

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Penske Move Ahead

AUGUST 11, 2021

When you're moving into a new home, it's important to find the right tools for the job. Each moving situation is unique and requires a different approach, so these tips from. Penske Truck Rental's moving experts will give you a better idea of what you'll need to move with ease. Selecting a Truck. truck – One to two rooms.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Here are three tips to help guide you on how to be a successful freight broker and freight sales and ultimately, freight broker profit. . 3 Tips on How to Be a Successful Freight Broker. These services include much more than finding a truck to pick up and deliver freight. Bundling services. Request a SONAR Demo.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

Today, Carl writes about his 5 tips for success Warehouse and Distribution center management. If you’re looking to improve operations and overall, successfully manage your warehouse or distribution center, consider these 5 tips. A good WMS system has a number of other useful tools for managing orders, inventory, and shipments.

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Morai Logistics

MARCH 18, 2020

Safety in factories is paramount—here are some material handling tips for factory workers. Quality Scales Unlimited is a company that “sells all types of scale equipment, from highly sensitive lab scales to heavy capacity truck scales.” This week our friends from Quality Scales Unlimited are contributing to our blog.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

JUNE 29, 2020

With the right packaging, strategy, and tools, you can cut shipping costs by as much as 60%. 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. Choose Packaging and Pallets Carefully.

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Conger

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Understanding the types of forklift attachments and the vital role they play is necessary to turn a standard forklift into a multi-functional tool. Whether you’re managing a warehouse, construction site, or manufacturing facility, understanding these tools can help you choose the best equipment.

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United World Transporation

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Avoiding big cities at these times will reduce the time you will be sitting in your truck. Don’t get stuck wasting time dealing with truck maintenance issues that can be prevented. There are various trucking focused apps that help with route optimization ( Trucker Tools. Maintenance. Technology.

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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. Digital tools to reduce human error.

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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. For fuel, there are two great tools that will give you good insight into this factor of your operating cost. This great tool will help you understand and track your costs.

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Parade

JANUARY 18, 2022

Parade Tip : High levels of demand, though they can be stressful, present a wealth of business opportunities for brokerages. Employ tech tools like Parade to support the scale-up. The bare fact is that trucking capacity will continue to be very tight throughout 2022. Parade Tip: Once again, this tip is about network-building.

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Penske Move Ahead

AUGUST 27, 2021

Penske has assembled a series of tips and resources to help you prepare before a storm strikes and includes next steps to take after the storm. The Department of Homeland Security, through its Ready national public service campaign, has assembled hurricane preparedness tips for every stage of the storm. Top off your truck fuel tanks.

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Penske Move Ahead

JULY 5, 2024

Penske has tips and resources available to help truck fleet operators prepare for a hurricane and guidance on where to go in the event you need assistance after the storm. The Department of Homeland Security, through its Ready national public service campaign, has assembled some hurricane preparedness tips for every stage of the storm.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 2, 2025

Now imagine doing that with a whole fleet of trucks, each one needing to make 20 or 30 deliveries in a day – that’s essentially what route optimisation is. You know when you’re planning a road trip and trying to figure out the best way to hit all your stops? Let me break down what you really need to consider.

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Penske Move Ahead

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

Penske Truck Leasing is offering some tips and resources to help truck fleet operators prepare for a storm and provides resources in the event you need assistance after the storm. It includes evacuation tips, what to include in a disaster supply kit and how to create a family communication plan. Top off truck fuel tanks.

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Linxup

JANUARY 4, 2024

Below, we’ve outlined 5 key elements of a company safety program, along with tips to make the program better through GPS tracking tools. These elements and tips are designed to make your safety plan development easier and give you more confidence as your employees take to the road to support your customers in 2024.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 24, 2017

5 Tips for Finding the Capacity You Need. Focus on load optimization, and more fully load your trucks, which means fewer loads that need coverage. Karen started her career having invented the NETSYS Performance tools at NETSYS Technologies, Inc., Don’t sacrifice service for savings. Deploy new technology to help find capacity.

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

If your shipment isnt big enough to fill an entire truck, youre probably looking at LTL (Less Than Truckload) freight shipping, a cost-effective way to share truck space and save money. Tips for Getting the Best LTL Freight Quote Be Exact Accurate weight and dimensions prevent surprise fees. But getting the right quote?

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

Certain foods and items, for instance, can’t merely get tossed on a transport truck and left to chance. Four Food Logistics Tips to Keep Perishables and Foods Safe During Transit It’s vital that food shippers make certain transportation methods are safe, secure and reliable. GET YOUR FREE WHITE PAPER. DOWNLOAD WHITE PAPER.

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Penske Move Ahead

AUGUST 25, 2020

Penske has tips and resources available to help truck fleet operators prepare for a hurricane and guidance on where to go in the event you need assistance after the storm. The Department of Homeland Security, through its Ready national public service campaign, has assembled some hurricane preparedness tips for every stage of the storm.

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Penske Move Ahead

AUGUST 28, 2023

Penske has tips and resources available to help truck fleet operators prepare for a hurricane and guidance on where to go in the event you need assistance after the storm. It includes evacuation tips, what to include in a disaster supply kit and how to create a family communication plan. Top off truck fuel tanks.

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ECW

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

One of its lesser-known advantages is the Port Centric Overweight Zone which allows trucks to carry heavier loads than the usual legal weight limitsbut only in specific areas and under clear guidelines. for handling autos and light trucks and #2 for roll-on/roll-off heavy equipment. Philadelphia, and New York.

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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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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 9, 2018

E-Commerce Creates Additional Challenges in OTR Transportation Trucking faces a major crisis. In addition, the capacity crunch and truck driver shortage continues to undermine the efficacy of a successful e-commerce strategy. Capacity is down. The ELD Mandate is up, and costs are increasing.

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Penske Move Ahead

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Penske has tips and resources available to help truck fleet operators prepare for a hurricane and guidance on where to go in the event you need assistance after the storm. It includes evacuation tips, what to include in a disaster supply kit and how to create a family communication plan. Top off truck fuel tanks.

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Penske Move Ahead

AUGUST 2, 2024

Penske has tips and resources available to help truck fleet operators prepare for a hurricane and guidance on where to go in the event you need assistance after the storm. The Department of Homeland Security, through its Ready national public service campaign, has assembled some hurricane preparedness tips for every stage of the storm.

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Penske Move Ahead

OCTOBER 27, 2020

With Tropical Storm Zeta expected to strengthen to a hurricane before striking the Gulf Coast, truck fleet operators are encouraged to take steps now to brace for the storm's impact. Penske has tips and resources available to help you prepare for a hurricane and guidance on where to go in the event you need assistance after the storm.

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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

It takes a great deal of skill and concentration to maneuver a forklift to move pallets and other loads from one truck to another. Forklifts are essential tools for dock workers, so efforts must be taken to ensure safe operation and that there are proper fall-protection devices in place.

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Penske Move Ahead

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Penske has tips and resources available to help truck fleet operators prepare for a hurricane and guidance on where to go in the event you need assistance after the storm. The Department of Homeland Security, through its Ready national public service campaign, has assembled some hurricane preparedness tips for every stage of the storm.

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Here are some actionable tips to help you save money on freight shipping. Instead of paying for an entire truck, LTL allows multiple shippers to share space in a single truck, reducing costs while keeping delivery times reliable. Leverage Technology for Smarter Shipping Decisions Smart shipping decisions come from smart tools.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 20, 2021

Here are five tips for freight brokers to avoid burnout while you are building your book of business. . 5 freight broker tips to avoid burnout. So, the next time a truck misses a delivery, a cargo claim lands on your desk, or a shipper says your rates are too high, don’t let it be a stressful situation. Request a SONAR Demo.

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Women in Trucking

JANUARY 5, 2020

Social media can be a powerful tool when marketing to women. An independent lifestyle, the potential for travel and pay/ benefits are big draws for female drivers, according to WIT research. Safety, schedule and equipment are common concerns. Take your message online. Learn More

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Penske Move Ahead

JANUARY 16, 2024

Our new Penske Truck Rental website has tips and tools to help first-time and experienced movers alike make the most of their moving days. “We Our Penske Truck Rental website has resources to manage the logistics of the move,” said Kevin Malloy, senior vice president, Penske Truck Rental. “We

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Conger

MARCH 14, 2024

Are you familiar with forklifts but interested in learning about clamp trucks and what they can do? If you are involved in transporting materials such as hay, paper rolls, or other irregularly shaped items, a clamp truck could be the ideal solution. Table of Contents Toggle What is a Clamp Truck? Let’s dive in!

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Turvo

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Collaboration tech appears among the newest and most potent available of all these tools and processes. Many shipping lines rely on refrigerated trucks and other advanced shipping services. Automation, technology, innovations, and tools must be embraced and utilized. Tips For Creating a High-Value Supply Chain Package.

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