Archive for the “Product” Category

Cost Analysis—Dealing with the LTL Cube
Authored by SMC³ on March 21, 2023
It’s rare that a carrier hauling LTL shipments between freight terminals (linehaul) closes the trailer because it has reached maximum weight. With SMC³’s Cost Intelligence Systems, carriers will have the ability to determine true shipment level profitability that can be rolled up to any level to analyze existing or prospective freight and efficiently develop cost-based rates.

Unexpected Weather Events are on the Rise. Is it Freight Embargo Panic Time?
Authored by SMC³ on October 11, 2022
As weather-related events become more common, what are the chances that freight embargoes could disrupt a somewhat upbeat outlook?

Volatile markets mean fleets must revisit accounting
Authored by SMC³ on August 18, 2022
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.

Behind the scenes at SMC³ with Emily Phillippi
Authored by SMC³ on May 10, 2022
SMC³’s Emily Phillippi, data analyst, recently sat down to chat about her role, the importance of building strong relationships with customers and how she has helped customers overcome challenges. Get to know more about Emily in this behind-the-scenes interview.

What is a freight embargo and why do carriers set them?
Authored by SMC³ on April 19, 2022
Embargoes are common in less than truckload (LTL) shipping. This blog explains the purpose of LTL freight embargoes, who decides when they go into effect and why embargoes can actually help make the supply chain work more smoothly for shippers and carriers alike.

What is Freight Class and How is it Measured?
Authored by SMC³ on December 14, 2021
Freight class provides LTL users an agreed-upon standard for classifying and pricing freight based on universally measurable factors. Here’s what you need to know about LTL freight classes, how to measure them and why they’re so important.