In supply chain management, managed transportation providers play a pivotal role in ensuring smooth and efficient operations. Among the many factors to consider when selecting a provider, one stands out as particularly critical: customer support. Excellent managed transportation provider customer support is not just a nice-to-have; it is an essential component that can significantly impact the success of your logistics […]

Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) are key players in safeguarding their organizations' financial health. With margins tightening and operational demands increasing, CFOs can greatly benefit from actively optimizing freight audits. This is not merely about cost reduction; it's about strategically utilizing these processes as essential tools for enhancing supply chain resilience, ensuring compliance, and fostering informed decision-making. Key Strategies for CFOs […]

Celebrating the bold leaders who disrupt markets, revolutionize industries and transform lives QUINCY, MA., June 13, 2024 – Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that Stephen Aborn of FreightPlus was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2024 New England Award winner. Entrepreneur Of The Year is the preeminent competitive awards program for entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies. […]

US TL Market Overview The US TL market is a dynamic ecosystem that constantly evolves in response to economic, regulatory, technological, and weather disruptions. In this post, we’ll provide an update on the current state of the US TL market, highlighting key trends and insights that can help shippers, carriers, and other stakeholders navigate the road ahead. The US economy […]

In the food and beverage supply chain, every step counts. The journey of perishable goods involves a delicate dance of logistics, temperature control, and meticulous planning. In this blog, we will explore the nuances of food and beverage supply chains, emphasizing the pivotal role of temperature-controlled equipment, the intricacies of shipping dry goods, the importance of proper packaging, how to […]

  Negotiating Better Rates Through Load Optimization Efficient load planning serves as a dual-purpose tool in transportation, not only driving cost reduction but also providing considerable influence in rate negotiation with carriers. Shippers who prioritize load optimization gain a strategic advantage, setting the stage for additional cost savings and enhanced profitability through favorable rate agreements. Consolidation Strategies: Maximizing Volume, Minimizing […]

Entrepreneur Of The Year celebrates ambitious entrepreneurs who are shaping the future Quincy, MA, April 19, 2024 – Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that CEO, Stephen Aborn of FreightPlus was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2024 New England Award finalist. Now in its 38th year, Entrepreneur Of The Year is the preeminent competitive business award for […]

Capstone’s latest Asset-Light 3PL M&A Update reports it has been a difficult operating environment for third party logistics (3PL) providers since mid-2022, tempering merger and acquisition (M&A) activity over the period. Capstone expects the pace of 3PL M&A activity to improve in the later part of 2024 as an acceleration in freight growth improves sector financial performance and brings more buyers and […]

  What Tools Can Help Improve Visibility? Transportation Management Systems (TMS): TMS software enables shippers to plan, execute, and optimize the movement of freight across their supply chain. TMS features include load planning, carrier selection, rate management, shipment tracking, and analytics capabilities. A TMS provides the raw data necessary to enable real-time visibility into freight movements, allowing shippers to monitor […]

Ambition and grit are all I had when I first began my career in logistics over ten years ago. I walked into a new office, into a new career, without a stitch of logistics or supply chain experience. Since that day, I've witnessed firsthand the evolution and hypergrowth of the industry – over the last ten years the competitive landscape […]