3 Challenges in Retail Warehousing

Retail warehousing is a remarkable feat. It requires superior technology, intricate attention to detail, and quick turnaround time. In addition, the retail industry entails numerous types of products that vary in size, quantity, and kind.  The intricacy of retail...

Should You Ship Parcel or Less-than-Truckload (LTL)?

In the world of shipping, two of the most common types of shipments encountered are parcel and Less-than-Truckload (LTL). Parcel shipments are small, lightweight packages typically shipped via familiar carriers such as UPS, FedEx, or DHL. LTL shipments are larger and...

What are LTL and FTL Freight Shipments?

When moving freight, the transportation method you use impacts several areas of your business – transportation costs, delivery speed, and customer satisfaction. Most companies will use a combination of less than truckload (LTL) and full truckload (FTL) shipments...

Retail Pool Distribution vs. LTL Shipments

When you’re moving freight frequently, you’ll need to determine whether LTL freight shipping or retail pool distribution is the most cost-effective option. While both transportation methods are practical alternatives for full truckload, they do have...