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The Great Trucking Contraction: Safety, Language, and the Future of the American Supply Chain
The American trucking industry, which moves 70% of domestic freight, is currently under the microscope. But the focus isn’t on speed limits or logging hours anymore. We are seeing a fundamental policy shift in commercial transportation regulations, and it involves the complexities of national security, immigration, and basic safety. HMD Trucking is a Chicago-based carrier […]
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Future-Proofing Florida
Florida’s strong transportation infrastructure has long made it a key U.S. logistics hub. Now, the state is looking ahead, investing to meet growing supply chain demands.
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From Inflation to Sustainability: Top 10 Trends Impacting Supply Chains
The latest MHI Annual Industry Report reveals the technologies driving supply chain transformation, as well as the objectives of supply chain leaders.
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Light the Way: Training Made Simple With LightSort® Pick-and-Put Solution
When a consolidator needed a fast, simple way to onboard warehouse workers, Engineering Innovation’s LightSort provided an intuitive solution that worked from day one.
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From Labor Retention to Continuous Flow: How DCs Are Redefining Efficiency
Leading warehouse automation solution providers are transforming distribution centers and empowering the workforce.
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Artificial Intelligence in Supply Chains: Beyond the Hype
Cut through the buzz and explore how AI is already transforming supply chain operations—from demand forecasting to decision automation—and where the real ROI begins.
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10 Steps for Peak Season Prep
The fourth quarter peak season has earned its reputation for straining supply chains from one end to the other. This year is no different.
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Building the Future: How Landstar’s Network Tackles Complex Logistics
How do you execute a game plan when a multi-year project is massive in scale and complexity? The EverBank Stadium project showcases Landstar’s core value proposition.
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How eShipper+ Boosted Fulfillment Efficiency by 73%
Canada-based 3PL eShipper+ selected Logiwa IO, a cloud-based WMS, and paired it with Rufus WorkHero’s wearable barcode scanners and labor analytics—achieving remarkable efficiency gains.
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From Chaos to Control: Leveraging AI for Smarter Rate and Freight Decision-Making
Companies can shift from reactive to proactive, controlled decision-making by leveraging artificial intelligence. Here are three areas where AI can be transformative:
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It’s a Logistics Match! How Locations Can Stand Out
While offering geographical advantages and proximity to major markets is a solid starting point, locations draw site-selection decision makers by investing in and enhancing their logistics profiles.
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Freight Transportation Safety: Insights from a Landstar Agent
Independent Landstar agency SJA Transport Services LLC reveals how it keeps customers’ cargo safe and the benefits of moving freight within the trusted Landstar system.
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Unlocking Efficiency: Leveraging Multimodal Solutions in Today’s Supply Chains
Recently announced plans for mergers and partnerships in the U.S. rail network highlight the value of multimodal operations across the country.
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Helping a Warehousing Customer Adjust to Tariff Challenges
Supporting a customer’s tariff adjustment strategy meant reconfiguring storage layouts, optimizing pallet positions, and prioritizing inbound scheduling. Verst Logistics responded with speed and flexibility.
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Syfan Delivers With Technology, Customer Service and Communication
As a full-service third-party logistics (3PL) provider, Syfan offers a wide range of capabilities, including truckload, LTL, intermodal, and specialized transport solutions.
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Putting the Yard First: Why Supply Chain Efficiency Starts Here
The right yard management system can transform your entire supply chain. It can reduce labor costs, streamline operations, improve utilization of yard assets, and yes, increase supply chain efficiency.
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WMS 2025: Boosting Operations Beyond the Warehouse
Offering productivity improvements beyond the physical structure, a warehouse management system can serve as the hub for technologies that increase supply chain efficiencies. Here are three leading providers that can enable your warehouse to meet current and future demands.
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Freight Bill Audit & Payment: The Key to Supply Chain Clarity
Amid rising tariffs, disruptions, and increasingly intricate supply chains, freight bill audit and payment providers are emerging as key partners—unlocking efficiencies with
data-driven insights that transform complexity into clarity.
Preparing for Freight Classification Changes: Initial Steps and Long-Term Strategies
Q. What exactly is changing in the NMFC system—and when do these changes take effect? A. The National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) underwent a radical update effective July 19, shifting to a more granular 13-sub provision density-based classification. This changes thousands of commodity codes, reclassifying them based on density, handling, stowability, and liability. We saw […]
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The NMFC Overhaul: How Shippers Can Adjust to Updates
The changes to the NMFC classification system that took effect on July 19, 2025, have major implications on LTL shipping. The impact on freight rates varies. Here’s how to manage:
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