Local 3PL Takes a Closer Look at American Rail Freight

As we mentioned in earlier blogs regarding intermodal transportation and warehousing, the transportation and logistics industry is comprised of several unique sectors. These include: warehousing, sea, air, road and railway. This week, we’ll be examining the importance of rail transportation and specifically how it pertains to the Kansas City area. Rail freight transportation is often…

SmartWay Transportation Examines eCommerce Growth

The growth of the Internet and the widespread access of smart devices has turned eCommerce into a force to be reckoned with in the United States. In 2013, eCommerce sales reached nearly $232 billion. Current estimates expect this number to grow to nearly $370 billion by the end of 2017! Studies indicate that over 50…

Rise of Intermodal Transportation in Kansas City Metro

The U.S. logistics and transportation industry spent roughly $1.48 trillion in 2015, which represented 8 percent of the total annual GDP. The industry consists of several different transportation methods including over the road, railway, air and sea. An area that’s seeing incredible growth, especially in Kansas City, is intermodal transportation. Intermodal shipping incorporates multiple modes…

Tips to Improve Your Supply Chain

One of the biggest questions companies ask us is how to optimize or make the most out of their supply chain and logistics management. Proper optimization can allow companies the tools and opportunities to success and grow their business to new levels. When it comes to maximizing your supply chain, there’s a lot to consider,…

Is LTL Shipping the Right Option for You?

There are plenty of different ways to ship your products from one location to another. This makes deciding which is right for you a difficult decision. In order to help alleviate the stress of choosing we are going to explain exactly what LTL, or less than load shipping is and how it can benefit your…