If you’ve been in supply chain for any length of time, you’ve probably noticed how many people have an alphabet soup of letters after their names: CLTL, CSCP, CPIM, CLTD, CSSBB, and more. Certifications are everywhere. But here’s the thing: not all of them make a real difference.
There are over a million credentials out there in the U.S. alone, yet research shows only about 12%* lead to meaningful pay increases. That means most professionals are spending time and money on credentials that don’t move the needle. The real question isn’t “Should I get certified?” it’s “Which certification is actually worth it?”

Back when I managed my first dock, I assumed every piece of freight rolling through the doors would look like a glamour shot in a packaging catalog. Then the forklift dropped off a single tractor tire—no pallet, no wrap, just attitude—and my pricing world tilted. That experience is exactly why Karl Manrodt (Professor of Logistics, Georgia […]

In a policy climate defined by political whiplash, the trucking industry is carving a quieter, steadier path toward sustainability—often without credit, and increasingly without clear regulatory guidance.

SMC³ recently hosted an exclusive webinar delving into seismic industry shifts, offering detailed insights into tariff, impacts, the state of play in the LTL market and manufacturing outlooks.

We recently spoke with Gina Gregory, the Director of Data Services at SMC³. With a keen eye for innovation and a deep understanding of data management, Gina oversees some of the crucial processes that power our products and services with precision and integrity! With their managing of complex datasets ensuring the accuracy of information across our platforms, the Data Services department plays a vital role in driving our organization’s success. Join us as we delve into an insightful conversation, exploring the strategies, challenges, and future visions that help define our data-driven approach.

In the final session of SMC3’s LTL Online Education Hybrid Series, industry analyst Keith Prather took a deep dive into the key economic forces shaping the less-than-truckload (LTL) sector in 2025 and beyond.