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Challenges in Modern Shipping Shippers today are faced with all sorts of logistics challenges Lost shipments damaged freight reweigh charges and size reclassifications to name a few Most of our Shipper customers have experienced all sorts of issues which is why we decided to craft a great documentation solution to...
In the rapid world of logistics and freight management identifying leaders in innovation is crucial Enter FreightSnap your solution to warehouse automation and optimization The FreightSnap Image Station a groundbreaking development in automated freight documentation is redefining the game for shippers and carriers Join us on an exciting journey as...
Wasted space means wasted money As a warehouse manager improper pallet sizes can rob you of valuable storage capacity limiting inventory volumes and operational efficiency But with some strategic planning you can optimize your pallet dimensions to maximize usable cubic space Here at FreightSnap we help companies right size their...
In the world of shipping unexpected costs can quickly spiral out of control putting a significant dent in your profits One common source of these unforeseen charges is freight reclassification But what if there was a way to drastically reduce these costs and improve your bottom line Enter the pallet...
When someone goes to a supermarket or a store to buy a product it is only the last step of an extended chain Before this purchase happens there is a long path involving suppliers transportation and several transformation processes in the production line The travel routes and time involved in...
Is there a truck driver shortage in the United States According to Statista s 2022 report the answer is yes but this shortage is not new In 2011 the industry was down 9 000 truck drivers Today that number has skyrocketed to 80 000 while experts predict it will double...
Reverse Logistics is a type of supply chain management that moves goods from customers back to the sellers or manufacturers These companies are becoming more and more important every day to help other companies make the most out of their assets and turn them into profit A reverse logistics company...
We all know things were different before COVID 19 Our lives our businesses and even the economy were disrupted by the pandemic and it made us adapt to what many call a new reality This new reality means that globally businesses need to navigate disruptions in the supply chain and...
Shipping and delivery expectations are higher than ever resulting in busier warehouses bottlenecked docks and increased pressure on warehouse workers Luckily automated warehouse technology like Dimensioners are becoming increasingly popular and can save time and increase throughput productivity and accuracy Purchasing dimensioning equipment can be a confusing process and it...
You have the latest pallet wrapping equipment You take great care to correctly package your freight wrap it and prepare it for shipment You ve even purchased the right size of pallets to avoid needless shipping charges due to unused space Then what happens The dreaded reclassification from the carrier...
Your warehouse is busy From speeding forklifts to shrink wrapping pallets and the nonstop flow of ticketing systems it s hard to know where you can save time and prevent bottlenecks The pandemic has created an increased reliance on e commerce fulfillments and has made fast shipping for online orders...
In short no FreightSnap Dimensioners are utilized widely across the United States Canada and growing worldwide A FreightSnap Pallet Dimensioner is indeed one of the most affordable options for measuring palletized freight of any size and height but it is also recognized as the best value in the Dimensioner marketplace...
In this video we answer some of FreightSnap 8217 s most frequently asked questions We also go into further detail on some unique services and capabilities FreightSnap offers to improve your dimensioning process nbsp Want more videos like this button href= 8221 popmake 738 8243 Subscribe to our Newsletter button...
Total Transportation amp Distribution Inc began in 1989 to provide Southern California with premier integrated transportation and distribution solutions Total is a provider of both truckload TL and less than truckload LTL freight services They lead the industry on the same day and next day delivery with efficiency and reliability...
Clear Lane Freight Systems was founded in 2012 by LTL less than a truckload industry veterans Tom Nagel and Ingi Torfason The goal was to fill a need for economical long haul LTL service Ingi and Tom have the unique experience of having worked in both operations quality and sales...
FreightSnap is dedicated to helping our customers improve their shipping process in every way that we can From finding the right dimensioner for your process to finding the perfect place in your warehouse to install it even integrating it with your existing software and devices At FreightSnap we understand for...
Liquidity Services is a global company that provides surplus management services to its clients They refer to themselves as Reverse Logistics because they help companies by providing a cash market for surplus inventories One of the most substantial challenges for the company was handling a massive inflow of inventories There...
By the time Jaron Klopstein made his first call to FreightSnap he had a dilemma on his hands Two of his freight management customers were being adversely affected by freight audits and billing adjustments Flexaust and Texcel Rubber manufactured and distributed large bulky items such as hoses and fittings which...
The Custom Companies a Less Than Truckload Carrier with operations in Chicago and Los Angeles has chosen the FreightSnap FS 5000 and installed four new units in their new Chicago Terminal operation With their expanding operations The Custom Companies needed a reliable partner to help them determine the most efficient...
The Parcel Industry has changed dramatically in recent years To keep up with these changes FreightSnap has released the Parcel Flex Dimensioner to help ease some of the pressure for speed and flexibility in ways that can save you time and money The Parcel Flex is a box dimensioner able...
Pallet optimization is an important aspect of logistics management as it can help shippers reduce costs associated with packaging transporting and storing their freight There are dozens of software products designed to help shippers accomplish this task and all of them rely on one thing to get the job done...
If you ve ever wanted to learn more about our automated dimensioning solutions Promat 2019 held at Chicago s McCormick Place convention center is great place to start We ll have product experts on hand to answer your questions about our parcel and pallet dimensioning devices everything from performance specifications...
Any time you add a new piece of equipment or software to your operation there s potential for disruption confusion and even pushback from employees toward the new device or system It s only natural as people don t like change especially in the workplace The good news is these...
The American Transportation Research Institute ATRI has released its 2018 report on the Cost of Congestion to the Trucking Industry which showed that congestion caused nearly 1 2 billion hours of delay the equivalent of 425 533 commercial truck drivers sitting idle for an entire working year and cost the...
Brace yourselves the holiday returns season is coming and it s expected to be one of the busiest on record How busy According to Shopify s 2018 Holiday Ecommerce Returns Guide 8 10 of sales will be returned to brick and mortar stores while online businesses can expect return rates...
Lenexa KS FreightSnap s FS 5000 pallet dimensioner has officially earned OIML certification after passing the established testing criteria for multi dimensional measuring instruments Having previously passed certification standards in the United States NTEP and Canada Measurement Canada the FS 5000 s recent OIML certification means that the dimensioner has...
While shoppers can expect to save this time of year the opposite is true for those purchasing LTL services As sales volumes increase so does the demand for LTL shipping which leads to capacity crunches and ultimately higher than normal freight rates This year those pricing surges are expected to...
The holiday shopping and shipping season has officially started In fact nearly half of holiday shoppers have already begun purchasing presents for family friends and let s be honest themselves Not only that but shoppers are expected to spend about 1 1 trillion this holiday season which would be about...
We all know the satisfaction of finding a good deal online The rush at seeing our minutes hours or even days of searching pay off in a discounted rate on the item we desire And like wise we all know the disappointment the sinking feeling at check out when we...
LTL air and parcel carriers are using automated package and pallet dimensioners to implement new dimensional weight pricing models by re measuring and re weighing more freight than ever before And while the shift to DIM weight pricing has been beneficial for carriers as it s more reflective of their...
What is Reverse Logistics Reverse logistics is the process of planning and controlling the flow of goods from the end consumer back to the point of origin typically the retailer or even the original manufacturer Having a well thought out well implemented process for handling the reverse flow of goods...
The rapid growth of ecommerce is re shaping the supply chain Today manufacturers distribution and fulfillment centers and transportation companies are all scrambling to keep up with rising shipment volumes and ever shrinking delivery windows How are they doing it Well in part by investing in automated warehouse solutions designed...
Warehouse management systems can increase inventory visibility improve order fulfillment enable automated data collection and generally boost productivity across your operation But with so many options available choosing the best system for your needs can be a challenge So whether you re looking to update an old WMS or invest...
Like parcel and air freight carriers LTLs are looking less at what you re shipping and more at how big it is Space is the name of the game and carriers are doing everything they can to make sure they re getting paid for the amount that s being used...
Less than truckload shipping and parcel hundredweight services both have their advantages This article looks at the differences between these two services to help you decide which method to choose and when But First What are Parcel Hundredweight® and Multiweight® Programs Parcel Hundredweight® is a service offered by the United...
In traditional ecommerce businesses the order fulfillment process involves companies receiving customer orders and shipping the products from inventory they have in stock This includes picking packaging and sending out the order to the customer Obviously this method of supply chain management requires significant overhead costs The expenses involved in...
Inaccurate measurements and transposition errors are common pitfalls when trying to measure incoming and outgoing freight by hand And both open your Transportation Management Systems TMS and Warehouse Management Systems WMS up to bad data which can limit their effectiveness and compromise the efficiency of your warehouse or distribution center...
No matter how much you spend on less than truckload shipping you probably feel like you could be spending less And guess what You probably could be In this article we ll lay out seven strategies to help you reduce spending on LTL services and run a more cost effective...
Companies are always looking for ways to cut costs and run lighter and reducing packaging waste is one area where many companies can improve When you reduce packaging waste in most cases you re also shrinking the footprint of your freight which helps you save space in your warehouse or...
Instead of determining shipping rates based on a combination of density stow ability ease of handling and liability the case under the NMFC 8217 s class based pricing system LTL carriers in the United States are turning to a simpler way of calculating rates dimensional weight pricing Since the transition...
In 2015 FedEx and UPS moved to dimensional weight pricing on most parcel shipments and now less than truckload carriers are following suit Major LTL operations like YRC Freight XPO Logistics FedEx UPS Estes Express Lines Old Dominion Freight Line and others are starting or planning to start offering dimensional...
Carriers and shippers might be the most prolific users of parcel and pallet dimensioning equipment but they aren t the only ones who can benefit from an automated measuring solution Recently freight forwarders have started to jump on board and they re seeing benefits they may or may not have...
How you implement a dimensioning program can determine the level of efficiency your program ultimately achieves Over the years we ve seen dozens of companies invest in dimensioning technologies and truth be told some have been more successful than others Why Most of it can be boiled down to three...
Where you install your freight dimensioner can have a big impact on the efficiency of your operation The following graphic lays out some basic rules regarding install location which can help you get the most out of your automatic dimensioner Download the PDF version to keep a copy for yourself...
If you re like a lot of our clients this is your first time buying a freight dimensioner which means you re not exactly sure what to expect This short guide will help you understand the buying process let you know what questions to ask what answers to have on...
With a new year comes a whole new list of trade shows and expos to get excited about and FreightSnap will be at a few of the big ones in January and February First Up SMC3 s Annual Jump Start Conference January 22 24 Atlanta GA Jump Start gives attendees...
If you re here you ve likely received an accessorial fee also known as an accessorial charge that resulted in a higher than anticipated bill from your carrier and it probably wasn t received too well After all nobody likes to spend more for a service than they were quoted...
FreightSnap s popular FS 5000 pallet dimensioner and FS Parcel small package dimensioner are now compatible with CarogWise One one of the industry s leading single platform supply chain management tools According to Michael Eichenberg CEO of FreightSnap this new integration makes their dimensioners a common sense solution for freight...
Already a popular pallet dimensioner in the United States FreightSnap s FS 5000 has taken its first steps toward becoming a trusted solution for Canadian companies looking to automate their freight measuring processes This certification makes the FS 5000 the newest pallet dimensioner to be deemed legal for trade by...
Exploration and Evaluation When Estes Express Lines embarked on their journey into freight dimensioning in 2015 they did so with a strong commitment to improving their operations and pricing While initially considering a handful of vendors Estes used their best procurement practices to whittle down their list to two companies...
Shipping internationally can be a headache even for experienced shippers which is why freight forwarders have become such an important part of the modern supply chain From storing customers freight and verifying shipment details to ensuring that the appropriate customs insurance and shipping documentation has been provided a lot of...
Pallet dimensioners represent a significant capital investment for less than truckload carriers looking to bring automated freight measuring into the fold Even when you consider that dimensioners have come down in price across the board by as much as 60 70 in the last few years according to a CarrierDirect...
Shippers are always looking for new ways to save money and cut unnecessary expenditures And one way to do so is by making the most cost effective and practical choice when it comes to shipping their goods But with the lines between parcel and traditional less than truckload carriers blurring...
The Importance of Freight Class As the debate between density based freight pricing and the class based system rages on it s no secret that less than truckload carriers in the United States are steadily moving toward dimensional weight pricing regardless of shipper s qualms after all density based pricing...
In a warehouse or distribution center slotting refers to the storage and organization of goods in a manner that maximizes storage space and improves the efficiency of picking and pulling operations It might sound complicated but it s actually something we all do every day whether we know it or...
What is a Dimensioner If you ve heard the term dimensioner dimensionalizer or pallet dimensioner tossed around with increasing frequency in the last few years you re not alone These terms and others have been used interchangeably to talk about the equipment that s being used to reshape the LTL...
A Short Guide to Researching Buying and Implementing a Pallet Dimensioner The topic of dimensional weight pricing in the LTL transport industry has been covered at length as major LTL carriers like FedEx UPS Old Dominion Freight SAIA Estes Express Lines YRC Freight and others have started using DIM weight...
What are Pallet Dimensioners Pallet dimensioners also known as cubing systems or simply dimensioners are used by shippers to automate the pallet measurement and documentation process a process which until recently has consisted of measuring freight with a tape measure taking a photo of the freight with a digital camera...
The Importance of Calculating Dimensional Weight With major package and less than truckload carriers like FedEx UPS YRC Freight Old Dominion Freight Line Estes Express Lines and others making use of dimensional weight pricing it s become more important for shippers to learn how to calculate the dimensional weight of...
Automated cubing and dimensioning equipment is emerging as a necessary capital investment for companies across the supply chain and as such professionals from various backgrounds operations IT management and accounting are beginning their first rounds of research into the available products and the companies that produce them However to truly...
In June of 2016 FreightSnap installed two FS 5000 automatic dimensioners for LME Inc LME Inc a large regional LTL carrier serving the upper midwest expects the FS 5000 to help them improve the speed and accuracy of their freight dimensioning process To learn more about LME Inc and their...
Like many large manufacturers and shippers Allied Moulded of Bryan Ohio determined the importance of adding freight dimensioning to their shipping process After a careful analysis of freight dimensioning products they decided to install FreightSnap s FS 5000 pallet dimensioner With the FS 5000 now installed Allied Moulded hopes to...
Admittedly the process for collecting on freight damage claims is more complicated than it probably needs to be but that shouldn t keep you from collecting what you re owed If you re ready to stop losing money on claims collections take a look at our top tips for being...
In July 2016 Dependable Highway Express DHE a large freight carrier and full service logistics provider teamed up with FreightSnap to help them improve their freight dimensioning process After researching the available options DHE ultimately chose FreightSnap s FS 5000 automatic dimenionsioner which is capable of dimensioning hundreds of fully...
In April of 2016 Elegant Lighting Company a designer and manufacturer of beautiful crystal and modern lighting pieces chose FreightSnap to help them with their freight dimensioning needs As a high volume shipper based in Philadelphia they needed a dimensioning solution that would help them document and analyze their shipments...
By now we ve all heard about the shift to density based pricing in the LTL industry With major carriers like FedEx Ground UPS Old Dominion Freight Lines Estes Express Lines SAIA and others making the shift it s only a matter of time before DIM pricing becomes the norm...
LTL shipping can be an efficient way to move freight when it doesn t make sense to ship a full truckload But it s easy to lose money on costly mistakes if you re not careful If you want to see what you might be doing wrong and avoid potential...
Billions of goods are shipped every day and nearly all them are shipped on pallets Foods fertilizers chemicals car parts children s toys tires virtually anything you can think of spends part of its life on top of a pallet And while some organizations estimate that as much as 90...
We re all looking for ways to save our businesses money And when we open our books to seek out opportunities one place we all inevitably land is shipping and logistics Why Well if your business ships any kind of volume you probably see a big number in that column...
If you ve ever shipped anything through a less than truckload carrier you ve undoubtedly encountered the term freight class And if you re like a lot of shippers you might only have a partial understanding about what freight class actually is To help clear up the picture we re...
Ever since volumetric freight dimensioning became the standard form of measurement for the transportation and shipping industries companies have been working to streamline the process and take advantage of its benefits But like any new process the transition to dimensional weight measurement has caused a few headaches for companies making...
Reverse Logistics is a type of supply chain management that moves goods from customers back to the sellers or manufacturers These companies are becoming more and more important every day to help other companies make the most out of their assets and turn them into profit A reverse logistics company...
Total Transportation amp Distribution Inc began in 1989 to provide Southern California with premier integrated transportation and distribution solutions Total is a provider of both truckload TL and less than truckload LTL freight services They lead the industry on the same day and next day delivery with efficiency and reliability...
Clear Lane Freight Systems was founded in 2012 by LTL less than a truckload industry veterans Tom Nagel and Ingi Torfason The goal was to fill a need for economical long haul LTL service Ingi and Tom have the unique experience of having worked in both operations quality and sales...
Liquidity Services is a global company that provides surplus management services to its clients They refer to themselves as Reverse Logistics because they help companies by providing a cash market for surplus inventories One of the most substantial challenges for the company was handling a massive inflow of inventories There...
By the time Jaron Klopstein made his first call to FreightSnap he had a dilemma on his hands Two of his freight management customers were being adversely affected by freight audits and billing adjustments Flexaust and Texcel Rubber manufactured and distributed large bulky items such as hoses and fittings which...
The Custom Companies a Less Than Truckload Carrier with operations in Chicago and Los Angeles has chosen the FreightSnap FS 5000 and installed four new units in their new Chicago Terminal operation With their expanding operations The Custom Companies needed a reliable partner to help them determine the most efficient...
Exploration and Evaluation When Estes Express Lines embarked on their journey into freight dimensioning in 2015 they did so with a strong commitment to improving their operations and pricing While initially considering a handful of vendors Estes used their best procurement practices to whittle down their list to two companies...
In June of 2016 FreightSnap installed two FS 5000 automatic dimensioners for LME Inc LME Inc a large regional LTL carrier serving the upper midwest expects the FS 5000 to help them improve the speed and accuracy of their freight dimensioning process To learn more about LME Inc and their...
Like many large manufacturers and shippers Allied Moulded of Bryan Ohio determined the importance of adding freight dimensioning to their shipping process After a careful analysis of freight dimensioning products they decided to install FreightSnap s FS 5000 pallet dimensioner With the FS 5000 now installed Allied Moulded hopes to...
In July 2016 Dependable Highway Express DHE a large freight carrier and full service logistics provider teamed up with FreightSnap to help them improve their freight dimensioning process After researching the available options DHE ultimately chose FreightSnap s FS 5000 automatic dimenionsioner which is capable of dimensioning hundreds of fully...
In April of 2016 Elegant Lighting Company a designer and manufacturer of beautiful crystal and modern lighting pieces chose FreightSnap to help them with their freight dimensioning needs As a high volume shipper based in Philadelphia they needed a dimensioning solution that would help them document and analyze their shipments...
In the world of shipping unexpected costs can quickly spiral out of control putting a significant dent in your profits One common source of these unforeseen charges is freight reclassification But what if there was a way to drastically reduce these costs and improve your bottom line Enter the pallet...
Shipping and delivery expectations are higher than ever resulting in busier warehouses bottlenecked docks and increased pressure on warehouse workers Luckily automated warehouse technology like Dimensioners are becoming increasingly popular and can save time and increase throughput productivity and accuracy Purchasing dimensioning equipment can be a confusing process and it...
Pallet optimization is an important aspect of logistics management as it can help shippers reduce costs associated with packaging transporting and storing their freight There are dozens of software products designed to help shippers accomplish this task and all of them rely on one thing to get the job done...
Any time you add a new piece of equipment or software to your operation there s potential for disruption confusion and even pushback from employees toward the new device or system It s only natural as people don t like change especially in the workplace The good news is these...
Inaccurate measurements and transposition errors are common pitfalls when trying to measure incoming and outgoing freight by hand And both open your Transportation Management Systems TMS and Warehouse Management Systems WMS up to bad data which can limit their effectiveness and compromise the efficiency of your warehouse or distribution center...
Carriers and shippers might be the most prolific users of parcel and pallet dimensioning equipment but they aren t the only ones who can benefit from an automated measuring solution Recently freight forwarders have started to jump on board and they re seeing benefits they may or may not have...
How you implement a dimensioning program can determine the level of efficiency your program ultimately achieves Over the years we ve seen dozens of companies invest in dimensioning technologies and truth be told some have been more successful than others Why Most of it can be boiled down to three...
Where you install your freight dimensioner can have a big impact on the efficiency of your operation The following graphic lays out some basic rules regarding install location which can help you get the most out of your automatic dimensioner Download the PDF version to keep a copy for yourself...
If you re like a lot of our clients this is your first time buying a freight dimensioner which means you re not exactly sure what to expect This short guide will help you understand the buying process let you know what questions to ask what answers to have on...
Shipping internationally can be a headache even for experienced shippers which is why freight forwarders have become such an important part of the modern supply chain From storing customers freight and verifying shipment details to ensuring that the appropriate customs insurance and shipping documentation has been provided a lot of...
Pallet dimensioners represent a significant capital investment for less than truckload carriers looking to bring automated freight measuring into the fold Even when you consider that dimensioners have come down in price across the board by as much as 60 70 in the last few years according to a CarrierDirect...
What is a Dimensioner If you ve heard the term dimensioner dimensionalizer or pallet dimensioner tossed around with increasing frequency in the last few years you re not alone These terms and others have been used interchangeably to talk about the equipment that s being used to reshape the LTL...
A Short Guide to Researching Buying and Implementing a Pallet Dimensioner The topic of dimensional weight pricing in the LTL transport industry has been covered at length as major LTL carriers like FedEx UPS Old Dominion Freight SAIA Estes Express Lines YRC Freight and others have started using DIM weight...
Automated cubing and dimensioning equipment is emerging as a necessary capital investment for companies across the supply chain and as such professionals from various backgrounds operations IT management and accounting are beginning their first rounds of research into the available products and the companies that produce them However to truly...
Ever since volumetric freight dimensioning became the standard form of measurement for the transportation and shipping industries companies have been working to streamline the process and take advantage of its benefits But like any new process the transition to dimensional weight measurement has caused a few headaches for companies making...
In the rapid world of logistics and freight management identifying leaders in innovation is crucial Enter FreightSnap your solution to warehouse automation and optimization The FreightSnap Image Station a groundbreaking development in automated freight documentation is redefining the game for shippers and carriers Join us on an exciting journey as...
In short no FreightSnap Dimensioners are utilized widely across the United States Canada and growing worldwide A FreightSnap Pallet Dimensioner is indeed one of the most affordable options for measuring palletized freight of any size and height but it is also recognized as the best value in the Dimensioner marketplace...
In this video we answer some of FreightSnap 8217 s most frequently asked questions We also go into further detail on some unique services and capabilities FreightSnap offers to improve your dimensioning process nbsp Want more videos like this button href= 8221 popmake 738 8243 Subscribe to our Newsletter button...
FreightSnap is dedicated to helping our customers improve their shipping process in every way that we can From finding the right dimensioner for your process to finding the perfect place in your warehouse to install it even integrating it with your existing software and devices At FreightSnap we understand for...
The Parcel Industry has changed dramatically in recent years To keep up with these changes FreightSnap has released the Parcel Flex Dimensioner to help ease some of the pressure for speed and flexibility in ways that can save you time and money The Parcel Flex is a box dimensioner able...
Measuring weighing and photographing palletized freight by hand can be a time consuming process that leaves room for measurement and transposition errors The current generation of static pallet dimensioners have automated this process allowing companies to capture this information and share it with their resource management systems in a fraction...
If you ve ever wanted to learn more about our automated dimensioning solutions Promat 2019 held at Chicago s McCormick Place convention center is great place to start We ll have product experts on hand to answer your questions about our parcel and pallet dimensioning devices everything from performance specifications...
The 2019 trade show season is about to kick off and FreightSnap is getting in on the action at a few of the biggest events in transportation and logistics Stop by and see us at any of the following shows to learn more about our dimensioners and see why so...
Lenexa KS FreightSnap s FS 5000 pallet dimensioner has officially earned OIML certification after passing the established testing criteria for multi dimensional measuring instruments Having previously passed certification standards in the United States NTEP and Canada Measurement Canada the FS 5000 s recent OIML certification means that the dimensioner has...
With a new year comes a whole new list of trade shows and expos to get excited about and FreightSnap will be at a few of the big ones in January and February First Up SMC3 s Annual Jump Start Conference January 22 24 Atlanta GA Jump Start gives attendees...
FreightSnap s popular FS 5000 pallet dimensioner and FS Parcel small package dimensioner are now compatible with CarogWise One one of the industry s leading single platform supply chain management tools According to Michael Eichenberg CEO of FreightSnap this new integration makes their dimensioners a common sense solution for freight...
Already a popular pallet dimensioner in the United States FreightSnap s FS 5000 has taken its first steps toward becoming a trusted solution for Canadian companies looking to automate their freight measuring processes This certification makes the FS 5000 the newest pallet dimensioner to be deemed legal for trade by...
When someone goes to a supermarket or a store to buy a product it is only the last step of an extended chain Before this purchase happens there is a long path involving suppliers transportation and several transformation processes in the production line The travel routes and time involved in...
Brace yourselves the holiday returns season is coming and it s expected to be one of the busiest on record How busy According to Shopify s 2018 Holiday Ecommerce Returns Guide 8 10 of sales will be returned to brick and mortar stores while online businesses can expect return rates...
We all know the satisfaction of finding a good deal online The rush at seeing our minutes hours or even days of searching pay off in a discounted rate on the item we desire And like wise we all know the disappointment the sinking feeling at check out when we...
Warehouse management systems can increase inventory visibility improve order fulfillment enable automated data collection and generally boost productivity across your operation But with so many options available choosing the best system for your needs can be a challenge So whether you re looking to update an old WMS or invest...
If you re here you ve likely received an accessorial fee also known as an accessorial charge that resulted in a higher than anticipated bill from your carrier and it probably wasn t received too well After all nobody likes to spend more for a service than they were quoted...
The Importance of Freight Class As the debate between density based freight pricing and the class based system rages on it s no secret that less than truckload carriers in the United States are steadily moving toward dimensional weight pricing regardless of shipper s qualms after all density based pricing...
In a warehouse or distribution center slotting refers to the storage and organization of goods in a manner that maximizes storage space and improves the efficiency of picking and pulling operations It might sound complicated but it s actually something we all do every day whether we know it or...
What are Pallet Dimensioners Pallet dimensioners also known as cubing systems or simply dimensioners are used by shippers to automate the pallet measurement and documentation process a process which until recently has consisted of measuring freight with a tape measure taking a photo of the freight with a digital camera...
The Importance of Calculating Dimensional Weight With major package and less than truckload carriers like FedEx UPS YRC Freight Old Dominion Freight Line Estes Express Lines and others making use of dimensional weight pricing it s become more important for shippers to learn how to calculate the dimensional weight of...
We re all looking for ways to save our businesses money And when we open our books to seek out opportunities one place we all inevitably land is shipping and logistics Why Well if your business ships any kind of volume you probably see a big number in that column...
Is there a truck driver shortage in the United States According to Statista s 2022 report the answer is yes but this shortage is not new In 2011 the industry was down 9 000 truck drivers Today that number has skyrocketed to 80 000 while experts predict it will double...
Clear Lane Freight Systems was founded in 2012 by LTL less than a truckload industry veterans Tom Nagel and Ingi Torfason The goal was to fill a need for economical long haul LTL service Ingi and Tom have the unique experience of having worked in both operations quality and sales...
The American Transportation Research Institute ATRI has released its 2018 report on the Cost of Congestion to the Trucking Industry which showed that congestion caused nearly 1 2 billion hours of delay the equivalent of 425 533 commercial truck drivers sitting idle for an entire working year and cost the...
We all know things were different before COVID 19 Our lives our businesses and even the economy were disrupted by the pandemic and it made us adapt to what many call a new reality This new reality means that globally businesses need to navigate disruptions in the supply chain and...
You have the latest pallet wrapping equipment You take great care to correctly package your freight wrap it and prepare it for shipment You ve even purchased the right size of pallets to avoid needless shipping charges due to unused space Then what happens The dreaded reclassification from the carrier...
Your warehouse is busy From speeding forklifts to shrink wrapping pallets and the nonstop flow of ticketing systems it s hard to know where you can save time and prevent bottlenecks The pandemic has created an increased reliance on e commerce fulfillments and has made fast shipping for online orders...
LTL air and parcel carriers are using automated package and pallet dimensioners to implement new dimensional weight pricing models by re measuring and re weighing more freight than ever before And while the shift to DIM weight pricing has been beneficial for carriers as it s more reflective of their...
Less than truckload shipping and parcel hundredweight services both have their advantages This article looks at the differences between these two services to help you decide which method to choose and when But First What are Parcel Hundredweight® and Multiweight® Programs Parcel Hundredweight® is a service offered by the United...
In traditional ecommerce businesses the order fulfillment process involves companies receiving customer orders and shipping the products from inventory they have in stock This includes picking packaging and sending out the order to the customer Obviously this method of supply chain management requires significant overhead costs The expenses involved in...
Instead of determining shipping rates based on a combination of density stow ability ease of handling and liability the case under the NMFC 8217 s class based pricing system LTL carriers in the United States are turning to a simpler way of calculating rates dimensional weight pricing Since the transition...
In 2015 FedEx and UPS moved to dimensional weight pricing on most parcel shipments and now less than truckload carriers are following suit Major LTL operations like YRC Freight XPO Logistics FedEx UPS Estes Express Lines Old Dominion Freight Line and others are starting or planning to start offering dimensional...
Shippers are always looking for new ways to save money and cut unnecessary expenditures And one way to do so is by making the most cost effective and practical choice when it comes to shipping their goods But with the lines between parcel and traditional less than truckload carriers blurring...
Until the last few years domestic less than truckload carriers determined freight rates using classification guidelines put in place during the early 20th century when railroads were the primary method for transporting goods By many accounts this class based system was and still is confusing for shippers complicated for carriers...
Admittedly the process for collecting on freight damage claims is more complicated than it probably needs to be but that shouldn t keep you from collecting what you re owed If you re ready to stop losing money on claims collections take a look at our top tips for being...
By now we ve all heard about the shift to density based pricing in the LTL industry With major carriers like FedEx Ground UPS Old Dominion Freight Lines Estes Express Lines SAIA and others making the shift it s only a matter of time before DIM pricing becomes the norm...
LTL shipping can be an efficient way to move freight when it doesn t make sense to ship a full truckload But it s easy to lose money on costly mistakes if you re not careful If you want to see what you might be doing wrong and avoid potential...
Billions of goods are shipped every day and nearly all them are shipped on pallets Foods fertilizers chemicals car parts children s toys tires virtually anything you can think of spends part of its life on top of a pallet And while some organizations estimate that as much as 90...
If you ve ever shipped anything through a less than truckload carrier you ve undoubtedly encountered the term freight class And if you re like a lot of shippers you might only have a partial understanding about what freight class actually is To help clear up the picture we re...
Wasted space means wasted money As a warehouse manager improper pallet sizes can rob you of valuable storage capacity limiting inventory volumes and operational efficiency But with some strategic planning you can optimize your pallet dimensions to maximize usable cubic space Here at FreightSnap we help companies right size their...
While shoppers can expect to save this time of year the opposite is true for those purchasing LTL services As sales volumes increase so does the demand for LTL shipping which leads to capacity crunches and ultimately higher than normal freight rates This year those pricing surges are expected to...
The holiday shopping and shipping season has officially started In fact nearly half of holiday shoppers have already begun purchasing presents for family friends and let s be honest themselves Not only that but shoppers are expected to spend about 1 1 trillion this holiday season which would be about...
What is Reverse Logistics Reverse logistics is the process of planning and controlling the flow of goods from the end consumer back to the point of origin typically the retailer or even the original manufacturer Having a well thought out well implemented process for handling the reverse flow of goods...
Like their air freight and parcel carrier cousins less than truckload LT operations are turning to density based pricing with greater frequency They re caring less about what you re shipping and more about how much space it occupies on their trailers which ensures that trucks leave with fuller more...
The rapid growth of ecommerce is re shaping the supply chain Today manufacturers distribution and fulfillment centers and transportation companies are all scrambling to keep up with rising shipment volumes and ever shrinking delivery windows How are they doing it Well in part by investing in automated warehouse solutions designed...
Like parcel and air freight carriers LTLs are looking less at what you re shipping and more at how big it is Space is the name of the game and carriers are doing everything they can to make sure they re getting paid for the amount that s being used...
No matter how much you spend on less than truckload shipping you probably feel like you could be spending less And guess what You probably could be In this article we ll lay out seven strategies to help you reduce spending on LTL services and run a more cost effective...
Companies are always looking for ways to cut costs and run lighter and reducing packaging waste is one area where many companies can improve When you reduce packaging waste in most cases you re also shrinking the footprint of your freight which helps you save space in your warehouse or...