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.
Truck driver fatigue is not just bad for businesses, it is dangerous for carriers and everyone who is on the road at the time. Driver fatigue is the leading factor in the more than 4,000 deaths related to crashes with large trucks every year. With the holidays coming...
Nov 4, 2016
Before you know it, winter will be here. Along with the harsh weather that is sure to blanket most of the country, retail sales will also put a heavy strain on the supply chains of businesses. The National Retail Federation forecasts that holiday sales this year will...
Oct 21, 2016
In this “need it there yesterday” world, shipping speed is an essential component of customer service. As it’s a key performance indicator that can help ensure return business, it’s one that shippers are constantly striving to perfect in any way possible. While...
Oct 7, 2016
For businesses who operate a supply chain that ships freight nationwide, understanding the differences between shipping items to rural and urban markets is essential. While the end goals of rural and urban distribution are similar, the challenges associated with each...
Aug 23, 2016
Analyzing where to invest in the supply chain can be a challenge. Shippers want to make sure that they’re getting the most out of their investments, but it’s not always easy to see what’s going to give the best ROI and what’s not. From carriers to warehousing,...
