Freightquote by C.H. Robinson Blog

Logistics experts and carriers have spent decades trying to get perishable goods from one location to another while maintaining freshness. In this article, we'll explain how to send fresh goods to your customers using temperature-controlled shipping. We'll also explore the unique needs of different food and produce items to help you make the best choice for your goods.

When it comes to getting a shipping quote, entering the characteristics of your freight correctly is essential to getting an accurate quote. Detailed and exact information about your freight not only gives you an accurate quote, it also saves you stress, time and money.

Learn the best freight packaging tips on how to properly package, load and secure your freight for shipment and transit.

Today’s small businesses are doing it all, from digital marketing and social media to shipping and logistics. While it’s not cost-effective to outsource every department, your shipping needs can be met by choosing the right freight service provider – all without paying extra.

Less than truckload (LTL) shipping is a popular, cost-effective freight option for small businesses. With the ability to share space on a truck, they save money and get the added bonus of real-time updates on shipments (LTL freight usually has more stops).

Tower Inspection, Inc. specializes in the inspection, maintenance and installation of towers and related antennas worldwide. With end customers such as the U.S. Navy and clients such as AT&T, Verizon, and Sprint, Tower Inspection must have a reliable freight shipping provider able to quickly and efficiently transport large equipment to and from various locations across the U.S.

Understanding these 5 considerations when choosing your freight shipping company can help you not only avoid them, but also find a long-term partner for all of your freight shipping needs.

Tower Inspection, Inc. specializes in the inspection, maintenance and installation of towers and related antennas worldwide. With end customers such as the U.S. Navy and clients such as AT&T, Verizon, and Sprint, Tower Inspection must have a reliable freight shipping provider able to quickly and efficiently transport large equipment to and from various locations across the U.S.

If you are like most small business owners, you’re wearing many hats. This means you might not have a shipping manager to handle your freight shipping needs. Or, you might have a single administrative assistant who isn’t able to keep up with the demands in orders and shipping.

Learn the definitions of the most common freight shipping terms with our helpful guide and glossary containing every term you need to know for small-business shipping.