August 23, 2024 August 23, 2024Categories Freight LogisticsThe Swiped Stuff, Part IVIf a company says, "We know there's a security lapse at the bay doors," the bad guys are going to target that at their earliest convenience.
August 15, 2024 August 15, 2024Categories Freight LogisticsThe Swiped Stuff, Part IIIThe cargo's gotta get in and get out. Because there are people waiting: receivers, refiners, other carriers, outlets, end users.
July 31, 2024 July 31, 2024Categories Freight LogisticsThe Swiped Stuff, Part IIHe's forged the bill of lading. For all appearances, everybody assumes everything is good. But it's too late. The thief is gone.
July 23, 2024 July 23, 2024Categories Freight LogisticsThe Swiped StuffThe guy with his garage filled with stuff? Fascinating and vexing, he stole straight from the sources, either the truck or the warehouse.
June 14, 2024 June 14, 2024Categories Customer ServiceThe NATCO Differential, Part IIIThere are a number of reasons why deliveries are delayed. Most delays, however, are caused by a communication problem.
April 27, 2024 April 27, 2024Categories TechnologyHydrogen DreamsWhen news breaks that the "first commercial hydrogen fuel station for big-rig trucks is up and running," people tend to listen.
April 19, 2024 April 19, 2024Categories CarriersDeadhead BluesDon't forget new construction and road and bridge repair. Those cause reroutings and delays, too. Which brings us to the Deadhead Blues.