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Posted & filed under England Carrier Services.

Have you ever heard the phrase, “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket?” In the business world, this phrase means you should avoid doing the majority of your business with just one or a few customers. Most credit companies consider your customer concentration when reviewing credit applications. If 25% of your revenue is coming… Read more »

ShouldYouShipwithaPL

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In today’s competitive business climate, shippers are continually examining their businesses and looking for ways to become more efficient and save money. One question a shipper should ask themselves as they fine-tune their business is, “Should I ship with a 3PL or an asset-based carrier?” In order for you to understand which solution suits your… Read more »

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Posted & filed under Culture.

This is a picture of my little family. Isn’t it sweet? Happy, smiling, faces. A loving brother gently touching his sister while we look at our perfect, new baby girl. Outside the fact that we love each other, this picture was a total illusion. Here is the full truth of that day: I was a… Read more »

CVSAInternationalRoadCheck

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The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) is holding its International Road Check May 4-6. During those 72 hours, vehicle inspectors conduct inspections for commercial vehicles throughout the United States, Mexico and Canada. The International Road Check program raises awareness of the North American Standard Inspection program and keeps highways and roads safe. Drivers and carriers… Read more »

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Posted & filed under Dry Less-than-Truckload.

For anyone starting in a new position, the first year can be very hard to navigate. This is never truer than in the ever-expanding world of freight. With so many departments and different shipping alternatives, operating in this world can be pretty confusing. Here we’ve shared 5 helpful tips for learning in your first year… Read more »

Maintaining Healthy Cash Flow

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Cash is King! Observe any introductory corporate finance course and one will learn that this simple phase is one of the fundamental principles that any business must learn and adhere to. Keep cash on hand to maintain a healthy cash flow. Sounds simple enough, right? Just because a principle like “Cash is King” is easy… Read more »

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It’s a little known fact that tenacity and perseverance are not synonyms. Though both words imply an element of resilience, tenacity is the ability to endure tribulation, while perseverance is ability to continue acting in the face of tribulation. While the world’s share of tenacious people is limited, a perseverant person is a true diamond in the rough. Having… Read more »