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 […]

10 Signs You Need a TMS Difficulty in Explaining Your Transportation Program to Customers: Are you struggling to articulate the capabilities and strengths of your current transportation solution to your customers? Outdated systems or manual processes might be hindering your ability to win customer trust and confidence in your operational and technical capabilities. Increase in Manual Workarounds and Adhoc Orders: […]

With the intricate nature of global commerce, bridges often serve as unsung heroes, quietly facilitating the movement of goods essential to economies worldwide. However, when one of these crucial links falters, the repercussions ripple far beyond the span of concrete and steel. Such is the case with the recent tragic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, casting a shadow […]

We often see transportation is in the top five of a shippers P&L. In this era of digital transformation, the key to an effective and strategic transportation program lies in harnessing the power of data and information. Let's explore how data-driven decision-making can drastically improve your transportation program. Traditionally, transportation decisions were often made based on intuition, historical practices or […]

In today's fast-paced business landscape, transportation management stands as a critical component of operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. From sourcing raw materials to delivering finished goods, every step in the supply chain requires strategic planning and execution. With the advent of data-driven technologies and business intelligence (BI) tools, companies now have the power to revolutionize their logistics like never before. […]

While innovation and marketing often take the spotlight, inbound freight management remains a potent tool for differentiation. This article explains how business can leverage their inbound freight strategy to gain a competitive edge, improve customer satisfaction and ultimately gain more market share. The Role of Inbound Freight Management in Competitive Differentiation Efficient inbound freight management isn't just about moving goods—it's […]

Innovative managed transportation provider continues to invest in hiring and developing the best talent within the logistics space. FreightPlus, a data-driven managed transportation solutions provider, announced Mike Beck has joined FreightPlus as Vice President of Brokerage. As the Vice President of Brokerage at FreightPlus, Mike Beckwith oversees the strategic development and execution of the company's brokerage services, offering customized solutions […]

Overview The US Truckload (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 is currently […]