LTL
6 Benefits of Freight Consolidation Services (and How They Can Optimize Your Shipping)
For some shippers, freight expenditures are one of the highest costs in their logistics and supply chain operations. There are many complexities and considerations when moving products by freight, and selecting the wrong services and solutions can incur additional expenses. To reduce spending in this area, companies have looked for ways to improve efficiency, manage…
Read MoreFreight Recession: We Explain Four Myths + Provide Shipping Tips for Your Success
The freight recession has caused havoc across the nation, and as a freight shipper you have probably noticed its impact. As a result, you have questions about what the freight recession means to you and how you can survive it. In our blog post below, GlobalTranz analyzes some of the myths that freight shippers might…
Read MoreHow Working With a 3PL Provider Can Help Build Customer Relationships
Keeping your customers top of mind with every decision you make will help drive your business success. This is particularly true in freight shipping, where your process for moving products is nearly as important as the product itself. That simply means your choice of carriers and shipping modes, the price you pay for shipping, and…
Read MoreYour Freight Density Calculator from GlobalTranz
Freight density is one of the most important calculations required for freight shipments. It helps shippers and carriers calculate how difficult and expensive it will be to transport certain less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments. And because freight density is needed to accurately calculate a shipment’s freight class and avoid added fees, GlobalTranz has provided a Freight Density…
Read More8 Tips on How To Reduce Freight Costs
As a shipper, saving money and finding ways to lower freight costs are always top of mind when considering the services and solutions that you leverage for logistics. After all, protecting your bottom line is vital throughout your organization — shipping is no exception. It’s important to understand, however, that chasing the lowest less-than-truckload (LTL)…
Read MoreRefrigerated LTL Service FAQ: How To Ensure Safe Produce Shipping
Shippers who sell produce know there are distinct challenges involved with moving fruit, vegetables, nuts and other fresh products to their destination. That’s primarily because produce often requires temperature-controlled environments to prevent damage or spoilage, adding a layer of complexity (and cost) to their shipment that is not typical with standard freight shipping. Additionally, many…
Read More10 Factors That Determine LTL Shipping Rates
In today’s increasingly competitive transportation marketplace, business shippers are always looking for creative ways to save on freight costs. However, with so many factors that go into calculating rates, it can be a challenge to determine the best freight shipping and transportation options for your bottom line. With so many contributing factors, less-than-truckload shipping rates…
Read MoreShould you work with a freight forwarder or a freight agent?
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when searching for a shipping partner, especially with so many options available like freight forwarding companies and freight broker agencies. That’s why we’ve broken down the benefits of working with a freight forwarder vs. a freight agent and have outlined why partnering with a third-party logistics (3PL) provider like GlobalTranz…
Read MoreHow to Avoid LTL Reclassification and Reweighs
How to Avoid LTL Reclassification and Reweighs Freight class is one of the most complex concepts in shipping, but they’re also one of the most important things to understand when it comes to saving on unexpected costs. A shipments freight class, or shipping class, determines how much you’ll pay for your less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments. Selecting…
Read MoreWhat Is Freight Class and How To Calculate It (Plus, Get Your Printable How-To Guide)
As a shipper, you probably have asked at one point or another “what is freight class?” You’ve probably even wondered “how to calculate freight class.” With everything that a shipper needs to know, it can get confusing. In this article, we cover everything you need to know about freight classes. What is freight class? Freight…
Read MoreLTL, Volume LTL, FTL & Partial TL Differences
If you’re a shipper that hires a third-party logistics (3PL) company or works directly with a carrier to get your freight from California to North Carolina, there’s always someone behind the scenes working to put the pieces together. Whether you’re working with a 3PL or carrier, logistics analysts work to get you the best price…
Read MoreHow Aviron Transitioned to Direct-to-Consumer Fulfillment
GlobalTranz Resources Case Studies How Aviron Transitioned to Direct-to-Consumer Fulfillment Download Case Study “GlobalTranz has done a great job of full-funnel management and support across the experience.” – Andy Hoang, founder and CEO of Aviron Aviron Chooses GlobalTranz to Unlock Wide Scalability and Better Service Keeping customers happy and offering guaranteed delivery are top priorities…
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