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Capacity is Shrinking, Rates are Rising
I’ll start with the good news – the economy is improving. Now the not-so-good news for shippers – it is becoming more challenging to move freight and rates are on the rise. If you’re like most shippers, you’ve enjoyed your … Continue reading
Posted in Industry Commentary
Tagged economy, freight rates, shipper-carrier relationships
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Save Money. Ship Better.
When Wal-Mart speaks, vendors listen. And now the world’s largest retailer has added a new acronym to its vernacular and vendors are taking copious notes. The term “MABD,” or Must Arrive by Date, is the date by which Wal-Mart must … Continue reading
Posted in Industry Commentary
Tagged deadlines, shipper-carrier relationships, Wal-Mart
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Rates are Down, But Shippers Can’t Afford to Be Shortsighted
It’s no secret that shippers are in the driver’s seat when it comes to freight rates. Obvious economic conditions have forced carriers to lower prices in hopes of filling trailers and riding out the recession. Is this the best time … Continue reading
Posted in Industry Commentary
Tagged freight rates, recession, shipper-carrier relationships
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Capacity Tightens, Carriers Return to the Driver’s Seat
If you like change, the transportation industry is your sanctuary. Just eight months ago, I wrote a blog about shippers being in the driver’s seat (“Rates are Down . . .”). Capacity was loose, carriers were competitive and rates were … Continue reading →