Freight transportation is an integral part of international trade, moving goods efficiently from producers to the hands of consumers. The impact of seasonal demand on freight shipping means tightening up the supply chain to anticipate demand fluctuations. The main driver … Read More
In today’s fast-paced, competitive business environment, efficient logistics and supply chain management are crucial to a company’s success. To meet businesses’ diverse needs, The Junction offers integrated logistics solutions, combining less-than-truckload (LTL), Full-Truckload (FTL), and freight brokerage services. This comprehensive … Read More
One of the best ways for businesses to streamline operations and reduce costs is to optimize their supply chain. Less Than Truckload (LTL) shipping is useful for delivering partial loads from the manufacturer or supplier to the same customer. This … Read More
The rise of e-commerce has revolutionized retail, altering the landscape of the logistics and shipping industry dramatically. With the surge in online shopping, both Full Truckload (FTL) and Less Than Truckload (LTL) shipping have had to adapt to meet new … Read More
Nebraska Beef Month celebrates farmers and ranchers, and their contribution to supply chains (and tables) all over the country. Beef is one of the main contributors to Nebraska’s yearly earnings, making its nickname “The Beef State” fitting. The month is … Read More
Global grain transportation makes up a large chunk of the international supply chain business, and it’s responsible for a considerable percentage of its annual earnings and growth. What are the logistics behind global grain transportation and how are things changing … Read More
Effective communication with customers is the cornerstone of proper shipment tracking. Informing the customer at every step of the shipping process until it arrives at their premises is paramount to ensuring satisfaction. Here are methods for troubleshooting common freight tracking … Read More
The food industry is seeing consumers increasingly gravitating toward locally produced products. Being responsive to local conditions brings food producers and companies increases in consumption and loyalty from the market. However, it also comes with unique challenges. With local foods … Read More
To understand the state of domestic manufacturing industries in the United States, we need to look at the ISM manufacturing index. This metric, known as the purchasing managers’ index (PMI), is a gauge of the monthly change in US economic … Read More
Logistics experts estimate the growth of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions in companies to be between 12 percent and 60 percent from 2024 to 2026. Logistics industry players must start integrating these cutting-edge AI systems into their operations to stay ahead … Read More