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Reshoring and Regionalized Freight Networks: The Future of Logistics
The logistics landscape is evolving rapidly as more manufacturers relocate production closer to domestic markets. This trend, known as reshoring,

Supply Chain Evolution: Trading Reaction for Resilience
In today’s rapidly shifting business landscape, supply chain evolution has become essential. The goalposts are constantly moving due to factors

Global Compliance and Regulatory Changes in International Shipping
Global shipping and transportation present tremendous opportunities for businesses, but they also bring complex challenges, particularly when it comes to

A Guide to Transportation Contract Management & Other Types of Contract
Virtually every business has a relationship with a transportation company, which should be documented in a formal contract called a

How Do Market Swings Impact Shipper-Carrier Relationships?
In the transportation industry, the dynamics between shippers and carriers are crucial. Market swings, characterized by periods of over-supply (soft

The Enactment of the FMC’s Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements: Final Rule in Motion
In the maritime industry, detention and demurrage charges are crucial for managing the logistics of cargo transportation. These charges serve

Baltimore Port Reopening: Implications and Strategic Adjustments
The Port of Baltimore, a crucial node in the U.S. and global trade networks, has resumed operations after an 11-week

Managing Supply Chain Disruptions: Costs and Solutions
In today’s interconnected global economy, supply chain disruptions have become a prevalent challenge for businesses across various sectors. These disruptions,

Building a Circular Supply Chain
Today’s supply chains are still mostly linear, taking raw materials from the planet, using them, and disposing of them when

Trucker Communication Doesn’t Cost Much but Can Make All the Difference
The transportation and trucking sector is one brimming with responsibility, challenge, and on-road solitude. Amid this unique landscape, carriers continuously

Protect Your Shipments From Cargo Theft
The alarming rise in cargo theft across the United States is becoming a significant concern for businesses, logistics providers, and

The State of LTL Shipping in Light of YRC Freight Bankruptcy
LTL, or Less-Than-Truckload shipping, represents the transport of freight that doesn’t require an entire truck’s space. It plays a critical

The Ultimate Guide to Tanker Endorsements and Bulk Drivers
Over the years, the capacity within the freight industry has tightened, bringing the role of the bulk freight truck driver

How Machine Learning Optimizes the Supply Chain
The supply chain, an integral part of modern commerce, continues to evolve, learning from the impacts of industry trends and

Freight Bill vs Bill of Lading Part 2: Ensuring Accuracy and Compliance
In our previous article, Freight Bill vs Bill of Lading: The Difference and Why It Matters, we discussed the critical