Changes in the weather are unpredictable and unavoidable, but severe weather can impact your LTL Freight shipments and cause major disruptions in your supply chain. Think major transportation delays and unusually high costs, which translates into delayed production, unhappy customers, … Read More
Advances in technology and global business exposure due to increased internet-based purchasing through smartphones and computers have given companies greater opportunities for tapping a rich vein of marketability and virtually unlimited visibility for their brand, products, and services. Larger companies … Read More
Expedited shipping is the process of transferring freight faster than normal. Whether your freight is perishable or you’re on a time schedule to meet customer expectations, expedited shipping service has the ability to guarantee delivery requirements. For time-sensitive or rushed … Read More
2016 was another transformative year for freight transportation, logistics, and the food supply chain. Here’s a look back at eight things that shaped our year in a big way.
Thanks to companies like Uber and Lyft, “ride-sharing” has become a buzzworthy topic in the world of mobile apps. But did you know that this concept has been around in the freight industry for decades? Co-loading is the equivalent of ride-sharing … Read More
Delivering products on-time is crucial in any industry. With small business shipping and consumers alike, this final touchpoint in the supply chain represents your ability to fulfill their needs competently. It is especially important for small businesses to deliver products on-time, … Read More
At The Junction LLC, one of the most common questions we get is, How do I go about shipping beer? With the rise of the popularity of home brew beer kits, the movement of beer through the freight industry have never been higher. … Read More
Choosing a partner to manage your order fulfillment isn’t simply about costs. Ultimately, the decision is about servicing your customers and having a strategic fulfillment partner that will help your business flourish during Black Friday and other busy times of … Read More
Reefer Freight is the codeword for “Refrigerated Shipping,” and the systems and practices in place for reefer freight, versus a regular LTL or Truckload shipment, or even something like an overnight shipping quote, are very different. So if you’re looking to … Read More
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, truck driver jobs and the trucking economy as a whole is likely to expand at a considerably higher rate in the next several years. Truckers are indeed one of the most significant aspects … Read More