Transportation Costs

If your business relies on trucking, then you’ll want to know the current state of the industry. You can’t assume that things will stay the same this year as they were last year. Understanding 2023 trucking projections will help you make smart shipping decisions and save money where possible. Trucking Projections for the Spot Market […]

If you’ve filled up your gas tank recently, you’re probably abundantly aware of how expensive fuel is right now. It’s not just car gasoline that’s affected. Fuel for all sorts of vessels has jumped in price over the last year or two. When fuel prices rise, so do shipping prices. If you rely on shipping

If FedEx is late delivering your shipment to your customer, you may be eligible for a refund through the FedEx claims process. Backed by the FedEx money-back guarantee, the carrier will refund the entire shipping costs whenever your package is delivered later than the committed time.  While this promise may have been suspended during COVID-19’s

Virtually every business has a relationship with a transportation company, which should be documented in a formal contract called a transportation contract. These legally binding documents highlight the array of services the transportation company provides you including, local rail drayage services, motor carriers, freight forwarding, and others.  The transportation contract is designed to document all

No matter your industry, transportation costs are a big component of your supply chain and logistics spend. Most research suggests transportation costs represent northward of 50% of the entire budget. And these costs are typically passed onto the customer.  Because of the importance of your transportation costs, it’s always beneficial to strategize and use transportation