Expedited shipping is a method that’s faster than standard shipping. Usually, expedited loads don’t stop anywhere between the pickup and delivery locations, so the transit time is shorter. It’s important to note that it applies to both air and ground shipments. ...
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The Basics
3 Reasons to Include Your Logistics Planning Provider in Annual Business Planning
Logistics is a core aspect of doing business. Planning for the year ahead means looking at future projects, timing, resource allocation, and logistics, so it’s important to include your logistics planning provider in the process. Annual plans include goals, timelines,...
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HAZMAT Shipping – The Basics of Shipping Hazardous Materials
Shipping hazardous materials (HAZMAT) include more than highly toxic chemicals and nuclear waste. Dangerous goods include nail polish, perfume, batteries, and even hairspray. While not necessarily dangerous when used as intended – spills or interactions with other...
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Parcel Shipping: A Primer
Over 14.7 billion parcels were shipped in the U.S. in 2019, according to Pitney Bowes. If you shipped boxed items weighing less than 100 pounds each, you likely engaged in parcel shipping and contributed to this record-breaking statistic. Keep reading to find out the...
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Truckload Shipping: A Primer
Truckload shipping is when a shipper books an entire truck or tractor trailer for a load. The idea is to fill the tractor trailer to capacity. Truckload shipments are generally picked up in one place and then dropped off at another location, usually without any stops...
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LTL Shipping: The Basics
Less than truckload shipping, or “LTL” in industry slang, is a cost-effective alternative for smaller shipments that won’t completely fill a truck. LTL shipping companies operate local fleets for pickup and delivery which are connected via hub-and-spoke...
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