Packaging accounts for over $150 billion in annual spending for manufacturers and shippers. It also contributes to 75% of greenhouse gas emissions from the supply chain. However, to alleviate environmental risks, many companies are investing in re-shoring factories, “just-incase” inventories, and qualifying alternative suppliers to build flexibility.
Transportation and the supply chain industry witnessed unprecedented challenges in 2023. From market shifts and bankruptcies to labor unrest and global trade partnerships, the year was marked by events that shaped the industry in more ways than one.
Intermodal transportation moves goods from point A to point B using two different transportation modes. Goods are shipped in steel containers by either trucks, railroads, ships, or air freight.
You’re shipping 3,500 pounds of ceramic tiles from North Carolina to Florida and need to decide which transportation mode to use. Are you going to choose LTL or FTL to ensure the freight is handled promptly, safely, and on time?
The wonders of having a package delivered to our doorstep! With packages expected to arrive less than 48 hours after placing the order, shippers are facing more pressure than ever before, as well as unrealistic expectations for consumers.