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10 Ways Product Managers Can Succeed at High-Growth Organizations

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3 Qualities Every LTL Carrier Should Have

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3 Things to Consider When Coordinating Flatbed Shipments

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3 Ways Freight Brokerages Can Successfully Adopt Technology

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3PL Integration for E-commerce: How to Maximize Your Logistics Strategy

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4 Advantages of Leveraging a 3PL vs. Booking Directly With a Carrier

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4 Best Practices for Enhancing Digital Security

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4 Ways Freight Agents Can Plan for the New Year

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4 Ways to Improve Carrier Management and Reduce Transportation Spend

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5 Best Freight Agent Programs for Experienced Logistics Professionals

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5 of the Most Unusual Things Transported into Space

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5 Questions Every Freight Agent Should Ask Recruiters

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5 Tips for Vetting a Third-Party Logistics Partner

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5 Trends Every Freight Brokerage CTO Should Watch in 2023

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6 Things to Do for Halloween Around Charlotte

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6 Things to Look For in a Transportation Provider

Blog Lauren Russell

7 Ways to Grow Your Freight Agency in the New Year

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8 Tips for Preventing Cargo Theft

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8 Ways to Give Back Safely This Holiday Season

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Blog Taylor Borum

A First Look at Armstrong Academy: Q&A with Training Director Greg Smith

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A Strategic Partnership: Why Carriers Should Collaborate with Freight Brokers

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Accelerate Your Success: A Carrier's Guide to Quick and Efficient Onboarding

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Armstrong Achieves Recognition in Charlotte's Top Workplaces 2023 and Fast 50 Awards

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Armstrong Earns Two Top Workplaces 2023 Awards

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Armstrong Freight Agent Program

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Armstrong Shipping Services

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Blog Morgan Griffith

Armstrong Transport Group and Transflo Partner on Location Tracking

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Blog Lauren Russell

Armstrong Transport Group Appoints Cameron Ramsdell as Chief Executive Officer

Blog Brian Mann

Armstrong Transport Group Earns Several Top Industry Awards in 2022

Blog Morgan Griffith

Armstrong Transport Group Named a 2021 Top Brokerage Firm by Transport Topics

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Blog Lauren Russell

Armstrong Transport Group Named a Top 20 Brokerage Firm by Transport Topics

Blog Brian Mann

Armstrong Transport Group Named a Top 25 Freight Brokerage by Transport Topics

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Armstrong Transport Group Named an Armstrong & Associates' Top 100 Domestic Transportation Management 3PL

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Armstrong Transport Group Recognized as a US Best Managed Company

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Armstrong Transport Group Recognized as a US Best Managed Company

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Armstrong Transport Group Recognized as a US Best Managed Company

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Armstrong Transport Group, Third-Party Logistics Provider

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Blog Morgan Holmes

Back-to-School Season: Facts and Figures

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Balancing Spot and Contract Rates: A Strategic Approach to Modern Logistics

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Become an Approved Carrier

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Behind The Mask: America's New Norm

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Black Friday and Cyber Monday: Facts and Figures

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Black History Month: Facts and Figures

Blog Ryan Poynter

Blanket v. Customer-Specific Pricing in LTL: Identifying the Right Option for You

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Business Considerations For Logistics Companies During An Economic Downturn

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Celebrating Black History Month in Transportation

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Blog Paula Davis

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Latinx Contributions to Transportation

Blog Taylor Borum

Challenges in Modern-Day Logistics and How a 3PL Can Help You Overcome Them

Blog Emily Chiarizia

Choosing the Right Logistics Partner: Freight Forwarder (FF) vs. Non-Vessel-Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC)

Blog Stephanie Wilson

Combatting Freight Fraud: Identifying Risks and Strategies to Protect Your Business

Blog Caroline Synakowski

Common Types of Freight Agreements and How to Navigate Them Effectively

Blog Greg Smith

Continuing Education Made Easy Through Armstrong Academy

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Covid-19 and The Impact on Supply Chain and Transportation

Blog Brad Loeb

Demystifying IANA and UIIA: How They Influence Intermodal Shipping

Blog Morgan Griffith

Driving Growth Against the Odds: Q&A with Jen Hensley

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Essential Tips for Becoming an Elite Freight Agent

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Evaluating Freight Agent Programs: A Comprehensive Guide

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Everything Shippers Need to Know About Freight Insurance

Blog Mac Knox

Everything You Need to Know About Drayage

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Expanding Your Team as a Freight Agent Owner

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Fraud in Freight Brokerage: How to Identify and Avoid Common Scams

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Freight Agent Program Benefits

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Freight Agent Success Story

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Freight Agent Testimonials

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Blog Taylor Borum

From Classroom to Corporate: How Two Former Schoolteachers are Blazing New Trails in Logistics

Blog Morgan Holmes

From Farm to Fork: (Produce Season) Facts and Figures

Blog Lauren Russell

Fun Ways to Explore Charlotte's Queen City

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Graduating Soon? Consider a Career in Logistics

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Blog Morgan Holmes

Highway Hauntings: Trucker Tales of Eerie Encounters

Blog Morgan Griffith

Holiday Logistics: Facts and Figures

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Hop Into Easter: Facts and Figures

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How Biden’s Executive Order Will Impact Freight Brokers

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How Carriers Can Quickly Resolve a Double-Brokering Scam

Blog Taylor Borum

How Corporate Giving Gives Back to the Workplace

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How Do Shippers Find Reputable Freight Brokers?

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Blog Taylor Borum

How Economic Recessions and Freight Recessions Coincide

Blog Jennifer Koskie

How Freight Agents Can Avoid Burnout

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How Freight Agents Can Improve Carrier Relationships

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How Freight Agents Can Stay Productive During COVID-19

Blog Scott Watanabe

How Freight Agents Use Check Calls to Enhance Customer Service

Blog Lauren Russell

How Freight Brokers Are Navigating Labor Shortages in 2021

Blog Taylor Borum

How Freight Brokers Can Build Better Relationships With Carriers

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How Intermodal Shipping Can Bring Value to Your Business

Blog Tom Milosavljevich

How Leading Freight Agent Programs Reward Top-Performing Agents

Blog Morgan Griffith

How Leading Freight Brokerages Prepare for Hurricane Season

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How Leading Freight Brokers Retain Top-Performing Talent

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Blog Liam Shannon

How Logistics Companies Can Respond to Negative Reviews

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Blog Taylor Borum

How Modern Freight Brokerages are Adapting to Changing Customer Needs

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How Modern Freight Brokerages Manage Exceptions

Blog Chuck Gay

How Port Congestion Is Impacting Truckers in 2021

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Blog Christina Burgess

How Product Managers Help Freight Brokerages Drive Growth

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Blog Dave Morris

How QuickPay Is Driving Growth and Working Capital for Carriers

Blog Rick Sammons

How Technology Adoption Will Impact Freight Brokers This Hurricane Season

Blog Brian Mann

How the Gas Shortage Will Impact Logistics

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Blog Lauren Russell

How the Great Resignation Is Affecting the Transportation Industry

Blog Jason McNinch

How the Pandemic Impacted RFP Freight Bidding

Blog Taylor Borum

How to Develop Careers and Retain Top Talent

Blog Ryan Poynter

How to Find the Right LTL Carrier for Your Shipping Needs

Blog Monique Taylor

How to Make Customer Service More Than Lip Service

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How to Manage Freight in Tight Capacity Markets

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Blog Taylor Borum

How Transportation Intermediaries are Driving Innovation in the Transportation Industry

Blog Andrea Weissenbuehler

How UX Designers Help Freight Brokers Transform Logistics Management

Blog Caroline Synakowski

How Will AB5 Impact Freight Brokerages?

Blog Morgan Holmes

Inflation Across the Nation... Facts and Figures

Blog Taylor Borum

Insider's Look: Our Takeaways from Jump Start 2023

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Is Your Safety Rating Costing You Business?

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Blog Dave Morris

Key Considerations for Freight Agents During Tax Season [2023 Update]

Blog Morgan Griffith

KPIs: How Small Businesses Measure Organizational Goals

Blog Scott Watanabe

Lead Qualification and Customer Prospecting: Tips from a Logistics Perspective

Blog Scott Watanabe

Logistics Terms Every Transportation Professional Should Know

Blog Brad Loeb

Market Insights: At Least One Supply Chain Crisis Averted

Blog Brad Loeb

Market Insights: Back to School and Back to Higher Prices for Fuel

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Market Insights: Can Government Spending Help Fix the Supply Chain?

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Market Insights: Dry Van Volumes Hold Steady as Inflation Continues to Ease

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Market Insights: February Freight Rates Expected to Remain Consistent

Blog Brad Loeb

Market Insights: Flatbed Volumes Slam Dunk on Dry Van, Reefer, and Rail

Blog Brad Loeb

Market Insights: Giving Thanks to (Slightly) Slowing Inflation and Rising Stocks

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Market Insights: High Volumes and Tight Capacity Unlikely to Ease in 2021

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Market Insights: In the Wake of Ida, Capacity Remains Tight and Rates Increase

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Market Insights: It's the Pandemic That Never Ends

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Market Insights: It’s Snow Joke – Inflation is Coming Down

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Market Insights: Love Is in the Air, but Rates Are on the Ground

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Market Insights: May Winds of Change Bring an Increase in Imports and a Decrease in Truck Orders

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Market Insights: Navigating February's Frosty Figures with Love

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Market Insights: Navigating the Freight 'Fright' as Rates Chill and Volumes Shiver

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Market Insights: Normalization or Impetus for Recession?

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Market Insights: Produce Season Finally Looks (Somewhat) Sunny

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Market Insights: Record Rates Continue to Hold

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Blog Brad Loeb

Market Insights: Record Volumes Continue to Bolster Freight Rates Amid Tight Capacity

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Market Insights: Shipping Industry Takes Additional Hits Ahead of July 4th

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Market Insights: Small Rays of Sunshine Amid Slower Economic Growth

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Market Insights: Spot Rates Cool as Temps Rise

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Market Insights: Spring Has Sprung, and So Has Produce Season

Blog Tieler Poulson

Market Insights: The Freight Show Must Go On

Blog Brad Loeb

Market Insights: The Summer Flatbed Market Looks Flat

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Market Insights: The U.S. Summed Up in Four Words – "Up in the Air"

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Market Insights: Unexpected Events Bolster Rising Freight Costs

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Blog Brad Loeb

Market Insights: Will the Supply Chain Star in Summer's Next Horror Movie?

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Market Insights: Worker Strike Season Strikes Again

Blog Stephanie Wilson

Mastering Freight Claims: The Essential Guide to Handling and Recouping Losses

Blog Brian Mann

Moving Forward: Women in Trucking

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Blog Morgan Holmes

National Dog Day: Facts and Figures

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National Farmers Day: Facts and Figures

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National Fried Chicken Day: Facts and Figures

Blog Jorge Chacon

National Hispanic Heritage Month: Facts and Figures

Blog Morgan Holmes

National Hot Dog Month: Facts and Figures

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National Logistics Day: Facts and Figures

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National Ocean Month: Facts and Figures

Blog Stephanie Wilson

Navigating Detention and Demurrage Charges

Blog Stephanie Wilson

Navigating Power-Only Loads: Pitfalls and Strategies for Success

Blog Lauren Russell

One Year In: How to Stay Motivated During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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Blog Taylor Borum

Optimizing Logistics: A Complete Guide to Selecting Transportation Modes

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Peak Season Logistics: The Magic Behind Your Holiday Shipments

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Permit to Drive: Navigating State-by-State Holiday Restrictions

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Blog Morgan Holmes

Produce Season: Facts and Figures

Blog Lauren Russell

Ride or Die: Delivering the Ultimate Customer Service Experience

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Safe Shopping Online: How to Avoid Scams and Fraud

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Sales and Cold Calling: Tips From A Logistics Perspective

Blog Jennifer Koskie

Seal the Deal – Part 1: How to Overcome Objections in Contract Negotiations

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Seal the Deal – Part 2: How to Establish Wins in Contract Negotiations

Blog Morgan Holmes

Shark Week: Facts and Figures

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Shark Week: Facts and Figures

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Shipping & Logistics in North America

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Shipping Less-Than-Truckload (LTL): How Are Rates Determined?

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Should I Become A Freight Agent?

Blog Taylor Borum

Signed, Sealed, Delivered: The Logistics Behind Valentine's Day

Blog Monique Taylor

Spring Break - COVID Style

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Blog Thomas Deas

Steering Toward the 'Just Right' Agency-Brokerage Partnership

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Strategies for Elevating Your Freight Agency Business in 2024

Blog Emily Chiarizia

Taco' Bout Freight: How to Avoid Costly Claims

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Blog David Morris

Tax Tips Every Freight Agent Should Consider

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Blog Stephanie Wilson

Temperature-Controlled and Food-Grade Shipping: Best Practices and Tips for Success

Blog Taylor Borum

The 16 Best Things to Do in Nashville, TN

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The 5 Best Colleges for Supply Chain Professionals

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The 6 Best Cities for Logistics Professionals

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The 6 Most Unusual Things Ever Shipped

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The 7 Best Types of Christmas Trees to Deck the Halls

Blog Kristi DeMoisy

The Business Development Toolkit: Manage Your Contacts and Cultivate Leads

Blog Brad Gerber

The Challenges of Cross-Border Shipping and How to Avoid Them

Blog Taylor Borum

The Future of Freight: 3 Trends Affecting Logistics Brokers

Blog Morgan Holmes

The Great White Express: The Logistics of Shipping a Shark

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The Holiday Season: Facts and Figures

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The How-To's of Hostage and Stolen Loads

Blog Morgan Holmes

The Logistics of Concerts: Facts and Figures

Blog Morgan Holmes

The Logistics of Halloween: Facts and Figures

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The Most Costly Claims and Commodities: What Are They and How Should You Handle Them?

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The Most Unusual Claims Armstrong Has Resolved

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The Opportunity Cost of Owning a Freight Brokerage

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Blog Scott Watanabe

The Top 7 Freight Podcasts for Logistics Professionals

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Third-Party Logistics Provider (Armstrong Transport Group)

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Blog Brad Loeb

Tight Capacity Underscores Need for Efficiencies

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Blog Jason McNinch

Tips for Navigating Carrier Rate Increases

Blog Taylor Borum

Top 9 Tips for Traveling

Blog Morgan Holmes

Transporting the Holidays: Facts and Figures

Blog Stephanie Wilson

Understanding Freight Fraud: Types, Trends, and Real-World Case Studies

Blog Taylor Borum

Understanding Non-Asset-Based Logistics

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Understanding The Primary Types of LTL Carriers

Blog Scott Watanabe

Unlock Capacity and Improve Operational Efficiency with Parade

Blog Rick Sammons

UPDATED: How Technology Adoption Will Impact Freight Brokers This Hurricane Season

Blog Landyn Fassett

What Are Freight Rebills, and How Can I Avoid Them?

Blog Deon Berube

What Are Permitted Loads?

Blog Tom Milosavljevich

What Every Logistics Professional Should Know About Non-Compete and Non-Solicit Agreements

Blog Stephanie Wilson

What Is a Concealed Damage Claim, and How Can It Be Resolved?

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What is a Freight Brokerage?

Blog Caroline Synakowski

What Is Double-Brokering and How Can Carriers Avoid It?

Blog Emily Chiarizia

What Is Negligent Hiring and How Does It Impact Freight Brokers?

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Blog Taylor Borum

What is Reverse Logistics, and How Can it Be Optimized?

Blog Taylor Borum

What Will Holiday Shipping Season Look Like in 2022?

Blog Emily Chiarizia

What's the Difference Between Freight Brokers and Freight Forwarders?

Blog Aaron Thrift

When Should Shippers Consider Intermodal Transport?

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Which Health Insurance Options Are Available for 1099 Freight Agents?

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Blog Liam Shannon

Whispering Talent - Part 1: How Freight Brokers Can Find Hidden Potential

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Blog Liam Shannon

Whispering Talent - Part 2: How Freight Brokers Can Develop Hidden Potential

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Blog Dave Morris

Why a Mid-Year Financial Check-Up Is Good Business

Blog Lauren Russell

Why Emotional Intelligence Should Matter to Your Organization

Blog Ryan Poynter

Why More Successful Freight Agents Are Saying ‘Yes’ to LTL

Blog Jason McNinch

Why Produce Season Is Looking Less Than Peachy This Year

Blog Taylor Borum

Why the Lowest-Cost Carrier May Not Be the Best Option

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Will Port Congestion Continue Into 2022?

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Will Technology Replace Freight Brokers?

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Blog Taylor Borum

Women in Logistics: Q&A with Ali Harrington

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Women in Transportation: Promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Blog Morgan Holmes

World Cocktail Day: Facts and Figures

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