The Extra Mile Q4 2024 Logistics Industry Report is now available. Get all the key insights on freight rates, fuel prices and shipping indices that you need as a logistics professional.
The shipping industry, particularly trucking, has one of the most significant impacts on society. From controlling the flow of consumer goods to driving the overall economy, there is no doubt that it remains a key factor in the United States. It also impacts the...
Mar 17, 2015
Since the early 2000s, e-commerce has grown to encompass a large portion of worldwide retail sales. In 2014 alone, 196 million digital shoppers from all over the world spent almost 1.5 trillion dollars on goods purchased online. This number is expected to grow to over...
Mar 12, 2015
Anyone in the warehousing industry can attest to how complex and multifaceted the process of storing and shipping goods has become. Besides keeping track of inventory, warehouse managers must also ensure that products are well received, kept in good order and shipped...
Mar 5, 2015
Having an overweight truckload is a serious issue. Get caught carrying more than you’re supposed to be, and you could face a serious fine from the DOT. Weigh stations and load limits are set in place to make sure truck drivers are being safe and efficient. That said,...
Mar 3, 2015
With 2014 already behind us, we know that the logistics industry, as a whole, will change as it develops and grows with new demands brought about by technology and the changing scope of the businesses that use truckload logistics for their products. And, while changes...
