Riley Jerow, Author at GoShip: Online Shipping Platform

Riley Jerow

Riley Jerow
About Riley Jerow
Introducing Riley, a seasoned marketing professional based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with 2 years of specialized expertise in logistics and a robust 5-year background in B2B marketing. As the Marketing Manager at GoShip for years, Riley plays a pivotal role in steering strategic onsite marketing initiatives. Riley previously served as a Demand Generation Specialist at PLS Logistics Services, contributing significantly to the company's marketing efforts. With a total of 5 years in B2B marketing, she brings a wealth of experience in developing and implementing impactful marketing strategies. Known for her unique voice and deep understanding of logistics, Riley is a trusted and credible figure in the industry. She is dedicated to delivering excellence, making her an invaluable asset in the dynamic field of logistics marketing.

Posts by Riley Jerow

What is a Freight Carrier?  

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In freight shipping, it can be challenging to understand all the different types of modes and services. One of the key things that shippers are usually interested in is the shipping cost. While there are some main factors that determine it, there are also minor factors that have an impact on pricing too. One of these factors is the type of freight carriers. Essentially, different carriers have different tariffs, regulations, service fees, etc. To choose the best option for your shipment, it is beneficial to

How to Find the Cheapest Freight Shipping Options Across the Four Major Shipping Seasons

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What are the freight shipping seasons?
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Each year in freight, shipping is different. There are many market fluctuations and external conditions that affect the supply and demand in which the freight shipping industry relies heavily on. Traditionally, the year of freight shipping is divided into different seasons. Freight brokers, shippers, and industry workers use this differentiation to know what to expect in the upcoming months and start preparing for an increase or decrease in demand. Generally, there

What Are Specialized Freight Shipping Services?

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Freight shipping is the lifeblood of an extremely wide scope of other industries. Many industries need heavy equipment, machinery details, sensitive or fragile shipments, or bulky cargo shipped carefully and on time. In other words, many companies need freight shipping services that require a more tailored and cautious approach. This type of shipping involves specialized freight services.

Which industries require specialized freight services?
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Specialized shipping is used in industrial businesses like o

What Is Volume LTL Freight and When Can You Use It?

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Shippers who often ship LTL freight can benefit from another shipping method called volume freight shipping. In the shipping industry, it stands somewhere between full truckload and less than truckload shipping. Knowing the difference can be tricky, so it’s important to know the difference between all of the options.

What is Volume Freight?
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Volume freight is a shipment that’s larger and heavier than standard LTL, but not enough to fill a full truckload trailer and be justified for a full truckload ship

Types of Trailers in Freight Truckload Shipping

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If you don’t have a lot of experience with truckload freight shipping, it may be challenging to arrange everything properly. While many shippers are focused on freight rates, they often miss the importance of using the correct equipment. There are different types of trailers in truckload shipping, each created to move different types of freight. Before booking a shipment, it’s crucial to know what are the differences between truck trailers, their role, and their characteristics.

What are the types of trai

Palletized Freight: Everything You Need to Know

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Reliable package fixation is crucial for adequate loading and is highly recommended for shippers. Palletizing can help reduce overall shipping costs since a pallet is considered a single piece, regardless of the number of packages. Some carriers require mandatory palletizing, so knowing the basics will help avoid confusion while shipping LTL freight.