Insights

Whether you’re shipping freight for the first time or are arranging shipments daily, it’s inevitable you’ll run into a question you don’t have the answer to. Melton Logistics is here to help! Check out these articles that detail the ins and outs of the transportation industry, written by our team with combined decades of experience in logistics.

The History of Logistics Technology

The History of Logistics TechnologyMelton Logistics - 05/09/2024When thinking about the technology available to us today in the logistics industry, there are more resources than ever before. Modern loading bays, shipping ports, and cargo planes with deliveries...

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Sustainability in Logistics

Sustainability in Logistics  Melton Logistics - 05/03/2024To understand the importance of sustainable logistics, we have to first understand how far we’ve come in such a short amount of time. Prior to the 1900’s, most transportation of goods was done slowly via...

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Tips for Managing a Successful Request for Quote/RFQ

Tips for Managing a Successful Request for Quote/RFQMelton Logistics - 04/25/2024Annual Request for Quotes (RFQs) are an invaluable tool for shippers that allows them to take advantage of the current transportation market. A company’s request for proposal processes...

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Safeguarding Your Business Against Supply Chain Fraud

Safeguarding Your Business Against Supply Chain FraudMelton Logistics - 04/04/2024Scammers in the transportation industry can be very convincing. In many ways, they too are logistics experts. They are extremely familiar with the industry, having thoroughly evaluated...

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Learn About Logistics Jobs: Account Manager

Learn About Logistics Jobs: Account ManagerMelton Logistics - 03/08/2024According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, the logistics field is projected to grow a staggering 18% between 2022-2032, much higher than the average rate of growth for an industry....

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What are Accessorial Charges in Transportation?

What are Accessorial Charges in Transportation?Melton Logistics - 02/28/2024Accessorial charges refer to additional services or charges associated with a shipment beyond the standard costs associated with the transportation of your products. Examples include liftgate...

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Navigating Over-Dimensional Shipments

Navigating Over-Dimensional ShipmentsMelton Logistics - 02/22/2024If you have traveled the highways throughout the US, you have likely seen over-dimensional shipments with warning flags, signage, and strobe flashers, among other safety precautions, making slow...

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Navigate Freight Rates: Factors that Affect Shipping Costs

Navigate Freight Rates: Factors that Affect Shipping CostsMelton Logistics - 02/08/2024If you’re looking to get your freight shipped for a good price, it’s important to know what factors can cause your shipping rates to increase or decrease. These price changes can...

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Managing Fuel Costs: Tips for Shippers & Carriers

Managing Fuel Costs: Tips for Shippers & CarriersMelton Logistics - 02/01/2024Rising fuel costs have long been a concern for transportation and logistics professionals. Since 2020 and the emergence of COVID, spikes in the cost of fuel have disrupted the global...

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Learn About Logistics Jobs: Carrier Manager

Learn About Logistics Jobs: Carrier ManagerMelton Logistics - 01/25/2024The logistics industry plays a HUGE role in our economy. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, in 2021, an average of 53.6 million tons of freight was moved each day worth about $54...

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