by A1 Freight Solutions | Jul 9, 2024 | Freight Brokers, Supply Chain, Truck drivers
As the carriers on the road continue to outweigh the demand, trucking capacity’s slow decline has affected the freight market. Overcapacity has remained persistent over the last few years despite a minor recovery. In 2023, trucking companies generally reported lower...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Jul 2, 2024 | Supply Chain, Truck drivers, Trucking and Supply Chain
Understanding and navigating seasonal trucking challenges is vital to a supply chain in domestic shipping. The trucking industry has four seasons that vary in operations and demand based on numerous factors. Various influences like holidays, weather, retail,...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Jun 18, 2024 | Customs Brokers, Supply Chain, Trucking and Supply Chain
The global crisis’s effects on trucking is a less commonly discussed topic amongst shippers. A situation like a war directly impacts cargo movement when carriers move goods internationally. However, it can also affect domestic shipping in numerous ways. Over the last...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Jun 11, 2024 | Supply Chain, Truck drivers, Trucking and Supply Chain
Whether you’re a first-time or frequent shipper, knowing how to transport hazmat safely is essential to your supply chain. Hazmat or Hazardous Materials are goods that pose a risk to safety, health, property, or the environment. Although numerous goods are considered...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Jun 4, 2024 | Supply Chain, Truck drivers, Trucking and Supply Chain
Over the last decade, the trucking industry’s push towards green logistics has expanded. Carrier companies across the U.S. are becoming greener along with their supply chains. In domestic shipping, green logistics implements sustainable practices to minimize the...
by A1 Freight Solutions | May 28, 2024 | Supply Chain, Truck drivers, Trucking and Supply Chain
Shippers have gained value in the domestic shipping industry by using drop-and-pick trucking services. While this method may be unfamiliar to inexperienced shippers, it has gained popularity due to its numerous advantages. Drop-and-picks are when a trucker drops a...
