Unlock the mysteries of freight terminology with our series "What's That?", where complex terms become simple. From 'Bill of Lading' to 'Demurrage,' we've got you covered. Expect clear explanations, real-world examples, and insights from industry experts. Perfect for professionals and enthusiasts alike, this series is your go-to resource for becoming a freight expert. Subscribe to learn, engage, and transform your understanding of the freight world.
What's That? Heavy Duty Parts
Heavy duty parts are the backbone of commercial transportation, built for durability and performance.
July 30, 2024What's That? Bill of Lading (BOL)
From a high level, a bill of lading is a required document to move a freight shipment. The bill of lading is legally binding and provides the driver and the carrier with all the details needed to process and invoice the freight shipment correctly.
June 25, 2024What's That? Less-Than-Truckload (LTL)
Less-than-truckload shipping is used to transport freight that doesn’t require a full truckload trailer. In general, most LTL shipments weigh between 500 and 15,000 pounds, and are shipped on pallets and only require a portion of a trailer. Since LTL shipments don’t use an entire truck, free space on the truck is often shared by other shipments from other shippers or carriers.
June 18, 2024What's That? Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
Because of large revenue pools, cybersecurity experts recognize trucking as one of the most cyberattacked industries of today. Intrusion detection systems (IDS) are designed to protect you from cyberattacks.
June 6, 2024What's That? Safety Stock
From a surface perspective, safety stock is extra quantity of a product which is stored in the warehouse to prevent an out-of-stock situation. It serves as insurance against fluctuations in demand.
May 30, 2024What's That? Sustainable Transportation
Sustainable transportation is about moving goods efficiently while minimizing negative impacts on the environment and society.
May 13, 2024What's That? Supply Chain Crisis
Supply chain resilience is the ability to persist, adapt or transform in the face of change and challenges. To be supply chain resilient, one must prepare and plan ahead.
April 10, 2024What's That? Supply Chain Resilience
Supply chain resilience is the ability to persist, adapt or transform in the face of change and challenges. To be supply chain resilient, one must prepare and plan ahead.
April 10, 2024What's That? Freight Broker
A transportation management system or TMS is a logistics platform that uses technology to help trucking businesses plan, execute, and optimize the physical movement of goods, both incoming and outgoing.
April 1, 2024What's That? Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
A transportation management system or TMS is a logistics platform that uses technology to help trucking businesses plan, execute, and optimize the physical movement of goods, both incoming and outgoing.
April 1, 2024