The Basics

Expedited Shipping:  A Primer

Expedited Shipping: A Primer

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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Parcel Shipping: A Primer

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: 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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