Peak season is here, and if you're in logistics, you know what that means: freight rates are about to become as unpredictable as the weather. But unlike weather, you can actually prepare for peak season pricing with the right strategy. Let's break down what's coming your way [...]
Running a small business already feels like wearing ten hats at once: product design, marketing, sales, customer service. But when it comes to shipping, many owners admit it’s the hat that doesn’t quite fit. Logistics can feel overwhelming, full of jargon, and if you’re not careful full of hidden costs [...]
If you work in logistics or manage shipping for a company, you know the usual process well. You’ve got all your products packed, labeled, and ready to leave your distribution center. But before they can move, you need to coordinate transportation. With a traditional broker [...]
Most companies hit pause on logistics in August. The smart ones? They gear up. While competitors are winding down for summer, strategic businesses are moving freight and saving money while they're at it. The difference between thriving and surviving through Q4 often comes down to decisions made in these quiet [...]
Shipping fragile items doesn't have to be a nightmare. Whether you're moving delicate electronics, precious artwork, or expensive equipment, the right approach can save you thousands in damages and headaches. The difference between a successful shipment and a costly disaster often comes down to three things [...]
When you're planning an LTL or FTL shipment, you're probably thinking about cost, speed, and making sure everything arrives in one piece. But there's one step that can make or break your shipment and it often gets overlooked: the paperwork. At GoShip, we know documentation isn't the most exciting [...]
With countless freight providers offering seemingly similar services, how do you identify which one truly stands out and which ones might cost you more than you bargained for? This guide explores three critical red flags that businesses often overlook when selecting a logistics partner, and demonstrates [...]
When you see a semi-truck cruising down the highway, that rectangular trailer it's pulling is most likely a dry van. These ubiquitous trailers form the backbone of America's freight network, quietly moving everything from your morning coffee to the smartphone in your pocket. Yet despite their critical role [...]
Summer doesn’t just heat up the environment, it puts pressure on your supply chain. From packaging failures to sensor malfunctions, heatwaves pose a real risk to logistics operations. If your business depends on overland, ocean, or air freight during the summer, preparing strategically and precisely [...]
You need to ship merchandise, open your browser, and end up with a dozen open tabs, pending calls to carriers, and the feeling that you're overpaying for something you don't fully understand. This is the daily reality for thousands of companies in the United States. Traditional logistics [...]