Featured Blogs

The True Cost of Quoting Freight in Spreadsheets and Emails
Email chains and spreadsheets are still how most shippers quote freight. Here's what that process really costs in hours, rates, and visibility, and how to fix it.

Fuel Volatility Isn’t Letting Up: Here's What That Means
Diesel prices are rising more slowly, but they remain high enough to put pressure on margins across the supply chain. Carriers, brokers, and shippers are adjusting strategies by using better technology, shifting toward spot freight, and rethinking RFP approaches to stay competitive in a high-cost environment.

Tender Rejections: Why They're Rising and What to Do About Them
Tender rejections are rising in certain regions as market conditions tighten, creating challenges for shippers relying on static contracts and annual RFP cycles. Pricing gaps between contract and spot markets, reduced capacity, and execution issues are all contributing to higher rejection rates.

The Evergreen Freight Model: A Practical Alternative to the Annual RFP Cycle
The Evergreen Freight Model combines a shipper’s annual RFP with regular mini bids to create a more adaptive and predictable procurement strategy.

Why Nearshoring Is Reshaping U.S.–Mexico Freight
Nearshoring is accelerating freight movement across North America with various challenges that logistics teams must monitor.

How to Stay Ahead of the Holiday Freight Crunch
The holiday season brings surging freight volumes and rising spot rates. This guide explores how to prepare for peak demand.

Make This RFP Season Your Smoothest Yet
A structured approach can turn the chaos of RFP season into opportunity—delivering cost savings and stronger carrier partnerships.

The Rising Threat of Freight Fraud: How to Respond
Freight fraud continues to rise, and this blog highlights the risks and suggests a fraud prevention lifecycle.

Build Carrier Relationships That Weather Any Market
This blog explores how strong carrier relationships can protect your freight strategy during market shifts.

What Really Goes Into the Cost of a Truckload Shipment?
This blog unpacks the components of a full truckload shipment cost including linehaul rates and fuel surcharges.