It can be hard to get a handle on the current state of the freight economy. Alongside continued supply chain interruptions, labor shortages, and many other ongoing issues, one area of concern seems to rise above the rest: inflation. The transport field is operating in uncharted waters with inflation lingering around eight

They say any news is good news. With the onset of the pandemic, the supply chain became the focus of the news media to an extent never seen before. Coverage of empty shelves and ships piling up in the ports became as commonplace as sports commentary or the latest celebrity gossip. Though

Recent shifts in the shipping industry have seen capacity loosen for many reasons. As shippers and retailers have adjusted their supply chains to keep pace with ongoing disruptions, inventories have finally started to normalize. In some segments, shipping slowdowns can be chalked up to normal dips in seasonal demand. And of course,

The list of problems in today’s transportation industry is long and continuing to grow. The causes of these issues are numerous, but a common factor exists that is placing unneeded stress on the market and resulting in damaged relationships. For many of these issues, the problem begins with the relationships between various