Business owners are always looking to make things simpler. From everyday tasks to major processes and even the commute home, simpler is always better.At FreightorGator, we agree. That’s why we’ve set out to make booking LTL shipping simple and easy. It seems like common sense, but in the shipping industry, this way of thinking is … [Read more...]
Driverless Trucks – Is This the Future of Shipping?
Ever since the convoy of driverless trucks crossed Europe to arrive at the Port of Rotterdam, the shipping industry is boiling. On one hand, shipping company managers rub their hands in excitement, convinced that the new technology will simplify logistics and cut down labor costs. On the other hand, truck drivers begin to panic, realizing that they … [Read more...]
Big Data, Dynamic Pricing and Bid Savings (maybe)
One of the big buzzwords in many industries is “Big Data.” Whether you realize it or not, the collection and use of customer and operational data affects a growing number of our everyday activities, whether it’s the type of coffee we are served at Starbucks, the ad we see in the sidebar of Facebook or the price we pay for an airline ticket. Such … [Read more...]
FreightorGator Adds New Features to Save You Time and Money
Our mission at FreightorGator is to save our customers time and money when booking LTL shipping. We want to make LTL booking simpler, by giving you the tools to quickly book and rebook favorite shipments, keeping your supply chain moving smoothly and on-time. We also are constantly working with shipping providers to pass along the best prices … [Read more...]
Shipping Logistics Technology Trends for 2016-2017
Nowadays shipping industry keeps few to none of the shipping practices considered normal two or three decades ago. Significant improvements and changes have influenced the way the logistics industry deals with the demands of its customer base.By now, you are probably aware of the impact transportation management systems, drones and robotics are … [Read more...]
Driving the Future of Transportation through Technology
Technology is the name of the business game. These days, if you aren’t up-to-date on the latest technology, a competitor is likely to leave you and your business in the dust. Think about it, even today, Apple is announcing the next iPhone. By this time next week, millions of iPhone users will be upgrading. Businesses that aren’t ready can fall … [Read more...]
Are you in the Game or on the Sidelines?
“What’s in it for me?” asked the sales rep from a large regional carrier responding to my offer to be included in the www.freightorgator.com LTL freight exchange. “I’ve got 3PLs beating my door down every day. Call me when you can show me some real volume and I’ll talk to you then!” Hmmm. Some days are better than others for tech startups in the … [Read more...]
How Modern Shoppers Have Changed the Way People Should Do Business
Business used to be about a handshake and a relationship. Business owners would make a connection with someone, shake hands, become friends and they'd be customers for life. Business owners are treated to golf trips and fruit baskets on holidays. Why? Because their business partners are making a lot of money at their expense.The world today is … [Read more...]
Why the Freight Industry Needs to get Millennial Friendly
A workforce paradigm shift is underway, and freight industry leaders need to be prepared. Demand for an evolution in the way we ship is growing with the rate of Millennials entering the ranks; in every sector on every continent. Currently in the 25-35 age bracket, Millennials are projected to become half the total workforce by 2020. These men and … [Read more...]
5 Key Logistics Trends for 2016 and Beyond
We don’t know about you, but at FreightorGator, we are constantly excited and impressed with the rapid revolution taking place across the freight industry. Outdated legacy systems are being bulldozed and in their place, a new generation of shipping logistics technology is being built. While its one-of-kind cloud-based freight exchange service is … [Read more...]
