Freightquote by C.H. Robinson Blog

The bill of lading (BOL) can act as a legally binding document between the carrier and shipper that specifies all of the details needed to process a freight shipment.

The phrase special delivery often creates a sense of excitement that someone is about to get something really great. Well, if one considers extra fees a prize, they’re in luck! 

It’s more likely, though, someone is not expecting to pay extra for a delivery to a location considered special, which are more commonly called Limited Access or Non-Commercial destinations.

Success in the freight industry can hinge on market demand shifts and the preparation for them. See if your truckload shipping strategy has you ready for these types of shifts.

You're looking for the best rate on your ltl shipment, so where do you start? Learn more about the impact that accuracy has on your LTL shipping quote.

As technology continues to develop it's no surprise that the freight industry is developing along with it. Learn how technology advancements through the use of dimensionalizers are impacting LTL shipping.

As a retailer, LTL shipping can help you keep the pace with customer expectations. Become more efficient by learning how LTL shipping can help focus your logistics strategy.

When the winter chill sets in across the United States, it's not hard to see how the cold might impact freight shipments. When cargo is temperature-sensitive, but still has to move, temperature-controlled shipping is the answer.

2019 is currently underway, and the freight industry is picking up its pace for the months ahead. Learn the current state of freight shipping and the trends impacting it to plan efficiently for what's to come.

There are various techniques shippers can use for packaging LTL depending on the size and contents of each shipment. Learn how an effective packaging strategy can help to protect your shipment and secure capacity.

You've dotted the i's and crossed the t's with your freight shipment - from arranging proper packaging and accurately filling out all of the necessary paperwork, to declaring the correct NMFC freight classification - now it's on its way and out of your hands. But don't worry, LTL tracking allows you to stay connected from point A to point B.