Like many large third-party logistics providers for shippers and carriers, Integrated Logistics 2000 (IL2000) found itself at a crossroads managing its bid process. IL2000 selected SMC³ Bid$ense® to improve its bidding process.

Both Newell Brands and J.B. Hunt were looking for ways to expedite less-than-truckload (LTL) analysis of rates and bids. Both companies selected the powerful SMC³ BatchMark® XL LTL rapid rating tool to drive greater efficiency in LTL bids and analytics.

The U.S. truckload market has been through a prolonged period of historic instability, caused by the convergence of a multitude of factors. While there are many positive signs moving forward, the truckload market is inherently volatile and cyclical.

As weather-related events become more common, what are the chances that freight embargoes could disrupt a somewhat upbeat outlook?

Starting September 8, SMC³’s exclusive hybrid version of its LTL 204: U.S. LTL Transportation Laws and Regulations course will examine the regulations most likely to impact the movement of freight with an LTL carrier alongside live presentations from industry experts. SMC³ recently spoke with one of those industry experts, Rocky Rogers, partner at Moseley Marcinak Law Group, to get a preview of what students can expect from this course.

As spot market rates decrease, carriers must prepare to reassess profitability on every lane. In a recent Truckload Carriers Association webinar, SMC³ joined TCA to explain the best cost accounting practices to determine which hauls are most efficient for your operations.