by Micaela Hamm | Jun 30, 2026 | Blog
The freight market may look the same tomorrow, but the standards behind carrier selection are already changing. The recent Supreme Court decision in Montgomery v. Caribe is not changing how freight moves, but it is changing the conversation around how transportation...
by Micaela Hamm | Jun 3, 2026 | Blog
For many shippers, transportation procurement conversations are starting earlier this year. While freight demand remains uneven across sectors, there are increasing signs that the transportation market is becoming less forgiving than it has been over the last several...
by Micaela Hamm | Apr 27, 2026 | Blog
Rail has always been a scale-driven mode, but the way that scale is achieved is evolving. Railcar consolidation is becoming a more deliberate strategy for controlling cost, improving utilization, and stabilizing service in a mixed freight environment. At its core,...
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 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 | 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...
