Getting up to speed in logistics involves a slowdown in business … and some bright new developments in finding places to come to a full stop. The Market’s Brakes are…
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GeneralAvoid These Cold Chain Blunders
By erika deblasiCold chain systems are vital to the continued growth of global trade of food and health supplies. Companies in the cold chain industry have had decades to refine the complexities…
GeneralHawkeye receives 9th consecutive National Safety Award!
By erika deblasiGreat West Casualty Company is the nation’s leading provider of property and casualty insurance for the trucking industry. With over 60 years of experience, Great West offers risk management, underwriting,…
GeneralDrivers, Mark Your Calendars
By erika deblasiInspection Dates Hawkeye These inspection dates will be here before you know it. The biggest dates for big-rig professionals are coming up fast. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has…
GeneralFreight Is In A State of Flux
By erika deblasiThe recent fluctuations in the freight industry have a lot of logistics professionals scratching their heads. Freight rates have fallen, and The Logistics Managers’ Index (LMI) noted the fastest transportation…
GeneralUnderstanding the Impact of the FMCSA Financial Security Requirements for Freight Forwarders and Brokers
By erika deblasiThis proposed rule from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration seeks to establish financial security requirements for freight forwarders and brokers, in order to better regulate the freight forwarding industry,…
GeneralIs Peak Season Dead?
By erika deblasi2022 has been anything but normal. Record high inflation and soaring fuel costs have all impacted the ‘normal’ business cycles. As a result, logistics companies are seeing less of a…