Accessorial Charges: Additional Fees Shippers Need To Know
As a shipper, the last thing you want is an unwanted surprise when you get your freight bill. Before the additional fees add up, it pays to know your accessorial charges beforehand Accessorial charges, sometimes referred to as value-added services, are additional fees that may be added to a shipment’s transportation cost. These charges are […]
OS&D – Its Definition And Importance To You As A Shipper
As a shipper, it’s an inevitability you’ll run into trouble with a shipment and have to resolve it. Do you know what you need to file a successful OS&D claim? What Does OS&D Mean? In the context of LTL claims, OS&D is an abbreviation that stands for over, short and damage. To expand the meaning […]
How To Ship A Pallet: Step-By-Step Guide
Much like ice cream cones make handling ice cream easier, pallets make the movement of products safer and more efficient. Therefor, knowing how to ship a pallet properly will help ensure your goods are delivered successfully, and without the headache. Here’s an easy step-by-step guide on how to ship a pallet with your products properly […]
Freight Shipping Acronyms (Common Terms You Should Know)
In any industry, it’s a pretty good idea to practice effective communication. Understanding some some of the most common freight shipping acronyms related to the business of logistics and transportation will let you tackle quotes and shipping contracts with confidence. Whether you’re looking to brush up on your freight shipping and logistics vocabulary, or just […]
Why Is A Bill Of Lading So Important?
As evidence of your contract with your freight broker, carrier, or forwarder, the details of your Bill Of Lading will determine if your goods move – or not! Whether you’re choosing less-than-truckload (LTL), ocean freight, or intermodal shipping, most, if not all, service providers won’t ship your freight without a Bill Of Lading or BOL. […]
Top 7 Most Common Freight Shipping Mistakes You Should Avoid
Let’s face it, mistakes do happen, and here are seven of the most obvious freight shipping problems capable of sabotaging your success. With continuing evolution of the supply chain, customer expectations of fast deliveries right to their door are changing as well. Thanks to successful models developed by Amazon and eBay, customers are not only […]