LTL Carriers offer a cost-effective service that moves freight that does not fill up an entire trailer. Less than truckload (LTL) shipping has become more popular over the years as better processes and tracking is put into place, which maximizes the supply chain. LTL shipping is generally used for any shipment that is under 10,000
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3 Ways to Benefit From a Drop Trailer Program
Loading and unloading can be a huge bottleneck in the world of shipping. Shippers and warehouses are always looking for better efficiencies to keep the supply chain in motion. One such way is to utilize a drop trailer program. With drop trailers, carriers can just come in, pick up the pre-loaded trailer and head out.
Read MoreNational Truck Driver Appreciation Week: Thank You to All of the Carriers!
This week, September 13–19, is National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. Becker Logistics would like to express our gratitude to each and every one of the 3.5 million truck drivers out there. Each one of you plays a vital role in the supply chain. You are keeping the world spinning by bringing us the products that
Read MoreHow to Vet Your Food Grade Carriers
There are hundreds of thousands of food grade carriers out there operating. How do you know which ones you can trust? Whether you are a shipper or 3PL, there are measures that should be in place to ensure quality food grade shipping. At Becker Logistics we have developed some processes that ensure that we are
Read MoreThe Importance of Setting up with a Trusted Freight Carrier
Finding and Setting up with a trusted freight carrier is an essential step in the supply chain for any organization. A freight carrier is a company responsible for physically moving the product from point A to Point B via air, sea, or land. Most freight carriers are small businesses, in 2018 it was found that
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