Spot Quote Shipping versus Contracted Shipping

Shipping plays a large part in any company’s bottom line.  Finding ways to reduce the amount being spent in the supply chain is always a high priority. Luckily, there are many ways to drive down the costs.  One way is by finding a balance between the right contract for your freight shipping and utilizing the

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Starting and Building a Career in Logistics Sales

A career in logistics sales is full of opportunity, transformation, and sometimes mayhem.  Communication is key to succeed in logistics operations, the job is full of communicating back and forth internally, with shippers, and with carriers.  It is vital that you can communicate effectively to work within the industry. Additionally, having integrity and honesty are

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Freight Management Services and Becker Logistics Approach

Let’s start off by defining freight management; it is the process of preparing, storing, and moving freight.  Freight management services are what third-party logistics companies specialize in. They are able to apply their expertise and technology to allow for efficiencies and cost savings for their partners.  Furthermore, the best logistics companies are able to completely

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November Transportation News Update

Trade Battles with China Could Damage 1.47 Million U.S. Jobs There is more than $186 billion in U.S. economic activity being threatened due to the tariffs against China and the ones imposed on the U.S. by Beijing. When it comes down to it, there are going to be less jobs when there is less cargo.

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