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We will occasionally post MBL case studies, news from the world of logistics and distribution, best practice tips and technology news from the industry.
Behind the numbers: why intermodal savings slowed and what it means for Q3 planning
Intermodal has long offered shippers a cost-effective alternative to truckload, especially on long-haul domestic lanes. But in Q2 2025, the pricing gap between intermodal and truckload narrowed, challenging that advantage.
What happens if customs brokers don’t modernize? Importers may start asking harder questions
As automation throughout the system accelerates and trade policy shifts become more frequent, customs brokers face a critical question: are we moving fast enough to keep up with the expectations of modern importers?
Behind the capital: how private equity is reshaping logistics and raising expectations of shippers
Private equity has moved aggressively into the global logistics and supply chain sector. What began as an investment thesis, capitalizing on industry fragmentation and inefficiency, has evolved into something far more strategic.
Reimagining visibility: what users are saying about CargoWise Neo
As global supply chains become increasingly digitized, logistics providers are looking to modernize their customers’ experience with real-time visibility and user-friendly self-service platforms.
Behind the scenes: why AI is accelerating logistics
AI isn’t headlining technology in logistics yet, it’s evolving quietly, embedded in systems that handle truck check-ins, freight payment validation, rate quoting, and appointment scheduling.
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