The Extra Mile Q1 2025 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.
Shipping is complicated. Anyone who has ever managed logistics for a business knows that securing reliable, cost-effective transportation is a constant balancing act. You need capacity, but you also need cost control. You need reliability, but you also need...
Dec 16, 2024
Running a business is all about staying efficient, cost-effective, and focused on what you do best. For many businesses, that often means not managing certain elements of their supply chain. From transportation to warehousing and planning for partial load shipping,...
Oct 9, 2024
Bottlenecks not only slow down your supply chain, but they also lead to costly delays, increased operational expenses, and can severely impact customer satisfaction. Whether they are caused by inefficiencies in warehousing, or challenging transportation routes, the...
Sep 3, 2024
One of the most common efficiency challenges warehouse teams face is dock congestion. When outbound freight piles up, and trucks clog the parking lot of your facility, it can lead to further delays, decreased productivity, and even safety hazards. The solution...
Aug 5, 2024
Freight claims are an issue for every business. The question is not will it happen, but how often. Smart businesses realize that freight damage is inevitable, leading to increased costs, operational inefficiencies, and customer dissatisfaction. The best thing...
