Small Parcel Shipping for Growing Small Businesses
May 5, 2023
The biggest misconception about small parcel shipping is that it’s easy. With the rise of online shopping, it’s more important than ever to have a…
Insights & News
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Flat World Launches RVX, Specialized Shipping Service for RV Industry
April 26, 2023
This week, Flat World is excited to announce a new service, designed specifically to address an industry-wide problem facing RV manufacturers and RV parts manufacturers:…
What to Look for in a Freight Broker—and 5 Red....
March 6, 2023
In the cargo world, partnering with a freight broker (also called a truckload broker or OTR broker) is a game-changer. And choosing the right freight…
Is Cross-Docking Right For Your Company?
February 6, 2023
When it comes to shipping products, speed and efficiency are essential. Companies are always looking for ways to improve their supply chain, reduce transportation costs…
Time for a TMS? Benefits of Transportation Management Systems
January 23, 2023
For modern shippers, transportation management systems (or TMS) have gone from “nice to have” to “need one to keep up.” But many companies are still…
Six Signs Your Supply Chain Visibility Isn’t Cutting It
January 9, 2023
It’s on the minds of supply chain managers and teams the world over: visibility. A buzzword in the industry for years, visibility is the difference…
Symbiotic Success for Schaeffer’s Specialized Lubricants & Flat World
December 12, 2022
“Businesses are built on relationships.” It’s a generic concept proclaimed at the beginning of every networking luncheon and in the intro to every business book.…
How to Avoid Demurrage and Detention Charges
November 14, 2022
Most container shippers have been surprised with an unexpected, unnecessary and unwanted fee for detention or demurrage. And while the charges aren’t always avoidable, there…
The Anatomy of a Circular Supply Chain
November 2, 2022
The modern supply chain is changing. Most supply chains follow a fairly simple structure, with almost all products ending up in the same place: the…
