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Top Findings: What Makes a Favored Shipper?

Talking Logistics

Researchers at Iowa State University analyzed data provided by C.H. A two hour average dwell time at the origin increases the freight rate for every load shipped from that origin by an average of $9.83 (in addition to any detention charges). Reducing dwell time increases both metrics and driver and carrier asset utilization.

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Facing Hard Times, Shippers Find Innovative Solutions

Intelligent Audit

We’ve gathered the twelve supply chain headlines you need to know in an industry that’s always moving. Postal Service announced intentions to consolidate roughly 21% of delivery units into large-scale shipping centers. FRONTdoor Collective Provides Fresh Thinking Amid Contractor Controversy.