by Micaela Hamm | Mar 31, 2026 | Blog
Peak produce season is always a stress test for supply chains. It brings tighter capacity, more time-sensitive freight, and increased competition for refrigerated equipment. In a typical year, much of that activity is predictable. Networks shift toward Florida and...
by Micaela Hamm | Mar 31, 2026 | News
Rising Fuel Is Reopening the Rail Conversation Rising fuel costs are starting to do more than pressure trucking margins. They are also changing how mode decisions look in real time. As diesel moves higher, rail becomes easier to justify on lanes where transit can...
by Micaela Hamm | Mar 2, 2026 | Blog
In freight markets that feel uncertain or soft, it is tempting to focus on one metric above all others: the rate. When spot prices dip below contract, or when a new provider offers a lower quote, the savings appear immediate and measurable. On paper, cheaper freight...
by Micaela Hamm | Mar 2, 2026 | News
The Spot–Contract Gap Is Shrinking. Now What? Truckload pricing right now is sending a more complex signal than it did for much of last year. Through extended portions of 2025, the gap between spot and contract rates was wide enough that the distinction alone often...
by Micaela Hamm | Feb 4, 2026 | Blog
Businesses are under more pressure than ever to deliver exceptional service while controlling costs. Rising transportation rates, capacity uncertainty, and customer expectations that change daily mean that standard truck-only solutions aren’t enough anymore. That’s...
