The Difference Between a Broker and a Managed Logistics Partner
There is a meaningful difference between a freight broker and a managed logistics partner. A broker may help arrange transportation. A managed logistics partner helps customers improve how transportation is planned, executed, tracked, reviewed, and controlled. That distinction matters for companies that ship regularly, manage multiple modes, serve demanding customers, or need better visibility into […]
Defensible Transportation Management
The future of freight management is defensible transportation management. That means transportation decisions should not be random, undocumented, or based only on who answered the phone first. They should be supported by process. They should be supported by data. They should be supported by documented carrier review. They should be supported by clear operating procedures. […]
The Answer Is Not Eliminating Brokers – It Is Eliminating Weak Broker Processes
There is a growing reaction in the market right now: “We are going to stop using brokers.” I understand why some shippers, freight forwarders, and NVOCCs are saying it. The latest Supreme Court ruling has made carrier selection, broker process, and transportation documentation a much bigger conversation. But eliminating brokers is not the real answer. […]
Some Freight Is More Than Freight
Freight Partners Group is proud to have been awarded the transportation of a truly remarkable piece of American art: a massive eagle designed and built by Kevin Stone of Kevin Stone Metal Art, moving from Las Vegas to the Port of Kalama for the USA 250 July 4th Celebration. This is the type of project […]
The Cheapest Carrier May Become the Most Expensive Decision
The cheapest carrier may become the most expensive decision you make. In freight, price is always part of the conversation. It should be. But when price becomes the only filter, risk starts to compound. A low rate does not tell you whether a carrier is properly insured. It does not tell you whether their authority […]
Questions Shippers Should Ask Their Providers
A few days ago, I posted about the recent Supreme Court ruling and why carrier selection, documentation, and transportation controls matter more than ever. The next question is practical: What should shippers and freight forwarders be asking their transportation providers today? Here are a few starting points: The transportation market has changed. The lowest rate […]
Why Managed Transportation Helps Reduce Risk
The latest Supreme Court ruling on freight broker liability should be a wake-up call for every shipper, freight forwarder, NVOCC, and logistics buyer. The issue is no longer just “who can get the load covered?” The better question is: Who is managing the transportation process in a way that is documented, defensible, and safety-focused? The […]
Why Freight Partners Group Is Not Just “Another Broker”
A technology-driven, multi-modal logistics partner built for visibility, control, accountability, and better freight execution. In today’s freight market, the word “broker” can carry a narrow meaning. For some companies, a broker is simply someone who finds a truck, marks up a rate, and moves on to the next shipment. That transactional model may work for […]
EZShip Is Now Integrated With eBay
A new eBay Orders icon is now available in the left-hand navigation menu within EZShip. Click on the eBay Orders icon and enter your eBay credentials (required one time). Once you have completed the eBay authentication, click on the eBay Orders icon and your eBay orders will display …
2024 Freight Budget: Optimize Your Logistics Costs
Unlock the secrets to significantly reducing your logistics expenses and supercharging your 2024 freight budget efficiency Assessing Your Current Freight Spend and Identifying Opportunities To set the stage for a cost-efficient 2024, begin by thoroughly reviewing your current freight expenses …