The 2:00 Minute Warning with Mike Regan

Logistics and Supply Chain Opportunities Highlighted at ProMat

April 17, 2019

Look at your business rules if you're serious about reducing your freight costs!

April 10, 2019

Transportation Sourcing Events in 2019: The Time is Now!

April 3, 2019

Swift Changes in the LTL Marketplace

March 27, 2019

Understanding OTIF and How to Use it: Hint, it's Not a Penalty Program

March 20, 2019

Wary of rising delivery penalties and transportation costs?

March 13, 2019

LTL Rates and Pricing Patterns: What You Need to Know

March 6, 2019

Attention Executives: Time for a Cleanup!

February 27, 2019

Are you prepared for dark conversations?

February 20, 2019

An Important Update on the New England Motor Freight Bankruptcy and its Impact

February 13, 2019

How to Take Your Transportation Planning to Another Level

February 6, 2019

Gary Shilling's 2019 Economic Outlook for Shippers

January 30, 2019

2019: A Year of Transportation "Opportunities" for Shippers

January 23, 2019

Change can be hard! Not changing can be lethal! A lesson from Sears.

January 16, 2019

Prediction Time! Here Is What Shippers Can Expect To See In 2019.

January 9, 2019

A Special Christmas Message from the North Pole

December 19, 2018

If you want to get your freight costs under control in 2019, here is a great resolution for you!

December 17, 2018

Want to Reduce Your Transportation Costs? Then Mind Your P's and C's

December 11, 2018

Perfect Storm Webinar this Wednesday Addresses the "Rates Up! Costs Down" Paradigm Shift

December 4, 2018

Rates up! Costs down! How'd they do that? Find out in our Perfect Storm Webinar on 12/5!

November 28, 2018

If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail! So plan for supply chain disruptions.

November 20, 2018

NEW WEBINAR ON DECEMBER 5th! Cleaning up after the Transportation Perfect Storm

November 14, 2018

Don't Detain Me! This Assessorial Charge Could Be a Big Deal For Shippers in 2019

November 7, 2018

Don't Get Blindsided! Take a Look at the Transportation Road Ahead in 2019

October 31, 2018

Even with rising freight rates, you can still reduce costs and improve your profitability!

October 25, 2018

Freight Rates Going Up? Don't Worry, You Can Still Reduce Your Freight Costs.

October 17, 2018

Here are three important interviews that will help you understand the transportation marketplace

October 10, 2018

How will the new tariffs impact your business? Listen to these insights from expert Carolyn Gleason.

October 3, 2018

Transportation Sourcing - Why Your Procurement Driven Process Stinks!

September 26, 2018

How will Walmart's decision to significantly expand its fleet affect carriers and shippers?

September 20, 2018

Here's Why You Should Stop Blaming Your Transportation People!

September 12, 2018

Three takeaways from the latest Perfect Storm Webinar

September 6, 2018

Build a Great Budget or Build a Great Resume! Consider These Three Essential Tips.

August 29, 2018

Need a better freight budget for 2019? No sweat! Help is on the way with the TranzAct/ NASSTRAC/ CSCMP Perfect Storm webinar.

August 22, 2018

Concerned About How The Perfect Storm Is Hitting Your Freight Budget? Then Sign Up For Our Perfect Storm Webinar!

August 15, 2018

Fair Warning! Changes in LTL Pricing Will Impact Your Freight Costs!

August 8, 2018

FedEx and UPS Send a Clear Message to Shippers: Expect to Pay More to Ship Oversize Packages

August 1, 2018

Committed to Reducing Your Freight Costs? You Must Be Kidding!

July 25, 2018

Guess What? The Perfect Storm is Now Punishing the LTL Sector!

July 18, 2018

What's The First Step to Improving Your Transportation Costs? I Don't Know and I Don't Care!

July 11, 2018

CSCMP's Annual State of Logistics Report

July 2, 2018

Time to find out: Are you a transactional or a strategic shipper?

June 27, 2018

What the Potential UPS Strike Means for Your Transportation Plan

June 20, 2018

Transportation Updates from Washington D.C. - Get Involved!

June 13, 2018

The transportation Frankenstorm got you down? Cheer up! Here is how you can use it to beat your competition.

June 7, 2018

Over the Next 45-60 Days, Expect Tighter Capacity as the Frankenstorm Nears its Peak!

May 31, 2018

Message to CEOs (Part 2): Your Logistics People Need Support

May 23, 2018

NOTE TO CEOs: Freight Issues Can No Longer Be an Afterthought!

May 17, 2018

Freight Costs Going Through the Roof? Then Ask These Three "What If" Questions

May 10, 2018

The Secret Sauce for a Successful Sourcing Event

May 3, 2018

Do you want to reduce your freight costs? Then don't be afraid to ask for help!

April 26, 2018

“Forget the Perfect Storm and the Frankenstorm! This is the Freight Armageddon!”

April 19, 2018

Here's How You Can Lower Your Transportation Rates by 8 to 12%

April 12, 2018

The Perfect Transportation Storm Webinar Can Help You Be a Strategic Shipper

April 5, 2018

Strategic Shippers Get Better Rates! Become a Strategic Shipper through a Rapid Assessment

March 29, 2018

Are You A Tactical or Strategic Shipper? Sign up For TranzAct’s Upcoming Webinar: How to Navigate the Transportation Perfect Storm

March 21, 2018

Let’s Talk. Real Time Updates About What We’re Seeing in the Transportation Marketplace.

March 15, 2018

Want To Know Where Your Freight Rates Are Headed? Then Check Out These Valuable Resources!

March 8, 2018

Fair Warning! Capacity Is Tight – and Likely To Get Even Tighter!

March 1, 2018

How Ardent Mills Became a Shipper of Choice—and Why It’s Paying Off During the Perfect Transportation Storm

February 22, 2018

If You Want to Know Why Freight Capacity is Tight and Likely to Get Much Much Tighter, Check Out the Market Demand Index

February 15, 2018

Here's What You Need to Share with Your C-Level Team!

February 8, 2018

Struggling with the Current Transportation Environment?

February 1, 2018

How to Find a Truck at a Reasonable Price

January 25, 2018

Truckload capacity is tight! Is this the new normal?

January 18, 2018

3 Transportation Challenges for Shippers in 2018

January 11, 2018

Merry Christmas!

December 21, 2017

Here Is A Great Resolution For 2018 That Will Save Time And Money And Reduce Your Anxiety

December 19, 2017

Efficient Shippers will Pay Less to Move Freight in 2018's Perfect Storm

December 14, 2017

Can you pass the yield test with your carriers?

December 7, 2017

Surcharges Can Really Wallop Your Freight Costs

November 30, 2017

We're Thankful For...

November 22, 2017

The UPS Rate Increase is “on average” 4.9%, but Your Actual Increase Could be Much Higher!

November 16, 2017

"Mike, my truckload rates are through the roof!" Are higher freight rates the new normal?

November 9, 2017

Concerned about rates going up? Here are some great resources for you.

November 2, 2017

Want To Reduce Your Freight Costs? Then Don't Get Caught Up The Proverbial Creek!

October 26, 2017

How To Survive The Perfect Storm and Beat Your Competitors

October 19, 2017

Concerned About Truckload Capacity in 2018? Then Pay Attention to Operation Black and Blue's Truckers' "Bill of Rights"

October 13, 2017

JB Hunt's Advice to Shippers: "We advise budgeting for rate increases that may reach 10% or more." TranzAct's Response: Use Our "Perfect Storm Preparation Center!"

October 5, 2017

Not so fast! Before you sign off on your 2018 transportation budget...

September 28, 2017

Storm Clouds on the Horizon! Don’t Get Blindsided by a Transportation Hurricane!

September 21, 2017

How Hurricane Harvey And Irma Will Affect Supply Chains And Transportation Costs

September 14, 2017

If you're Serious about Reducing Transportation Costs, Use the Right Tools

September 7, 2017

Hurricane Harvey Will Touch Everybody.

August 31, 2017

Is Your Supply Chain Helping or Hurting Your Company? Don't Get Caught by Surprise!

August 24, 2017

Shippers Beware! Some Potential Pitfalls of Dimensional LTL Pricing

August 17, 2017

"Hold The Presses!" Dimensional Pricing In The LTL Area Signals Big Changes And Higher Freight Costs!

August 10, 2017

Lessons Learned From Walmart and Other Smart Shippers: If You Want Great LTL Rates, Don't Be A Doubting Thomas!

August 3, 2017

Washington Update - ELDs, Twin 33s Could Affect Your Freight Costs

July 27, 2017

What does Wal-Mart's On-Time / In-Full Program, ELDs, and the NMFTA Have In Common?

July 20, 2017

Are you treating your career too casually?

July 13, 2017

3 Tips for Conducting an "Unconventional" Sourcing Event

July 5, 2017

UPS Peak Season Surcharges

June 29, 2017

Important Update About ELD Mandate and CSCMP’s State of Logistics Report

June 22, 2017

Is Your Transportation Data Helping or Hurting Your Cause?

June 15, 2017

Looking to reduce your freight costs and improve your profitability? Use a great Transportation Management System (TMS)!

June 8, 2017

Supply Chain Lessons You Can Learn From Jeff Bezos' Letter to Amazon Shareholders

June 1, 2017

Washington Update: A Conversation with Representative Daniel Lipinski and Our Annual Alert for the CVSA Road Check

May 25, 2017

When It Comes To Reducing Your Freight Costs Ask Yourself: Am I Involved or Committed?

May 18, 2017

A Question I Like to Ask Presidents & CEOs

May 11, 2017

3 Tips for Conducting a LTL or Truckload Sourcing Event

May 4, 2017

Stop Throwing Your Money Down The Drain - Part 2

April 27, 2017

Lessons from NASSTRAC’s Annual Conference for Shippers: Tariffs, Contracts, and More

April 20, 2017

Jeff Immelt's Thoughts On The Transformation of GE and What It Means For Your Company

April 13, 2017

It's A Brave New World In The Logistics and Supply Chain Universe: Lessons Learned From ProMat

April 6, 2017

Stop Wasting Money! How a TMS Can Save You Money on Shipping

March 30, 2017

Relationships Matter - In Logistics and Life!

March 23, 2017

LTL Rates and Truckload Rates Ready to Rise? More Supporting Evidence.

March 16, 2017

Concerned about how transportation issues can affect your company's profitability? Check out this interview with John Larkin of Stifel Financial.

March 9, 2017

Dimensional Pricing, Carrier Re-Weighs and Other Freight Adjustments Can Pile Up Fast - What Should Shippers Do?

March 2, 2017

Transportation Weather Report From The Stifel Conference: Capacity Storm On The Way

February 23, 2017

Talking Logistics - How Idahoan Transformed their Transportation Spend Management Program

February 16, 2017

Logistics Lessons from the NIT League Summit

February 9, 2017

New Interview with Economist Gary Shilling: What to Expect in 2017

February 2, 2017

How Companies Can Achieve Sustainable Transportation Savings

January 26, 2017

How Do Companies Get Sustainable Transportation Savings - An Interview With Talking Logistics' Adrian Gonzalez

January 19, 2017

Two Challenges Ahead for Carriers and Shippers in 2017

January 12, 2017

Carrier Capacity will be the Big Story in 2017!

January 5, 2017

A Christmas Message from TranzAct Technologies

December 19, 2016

Building a Great Transportation Strategy? Make Sure It Answers the What, Why and How Questions

December 14, 2016

Gary Shilling's Thoughts on The Trump Economy and NIT League's Annual Transportation Summit

December 8, 2016

When it Comes to Conducting Transportation Sourcing Events – Don’t Go it Alone

December 1, 2016

Giving thanks with an attitude of gratitude!

November 22, 2016

How Will the Trump Administration Impact Shippers

November 17, 2016

Want to reduce your freight costs? Then look at the 3P's

November 10, 2016

In planning for the future in transportation, you need to consider these two questions.

November 3, 2016

Mapping Your Transportation Future

October 27, 2016

Welcome to the Future: An Interview with Brad Jacobs, Chairman and CEO of XPO Logistics

October 20, 2016

How safe is your job? Be prepared for reorganizations in the logistics industry.

October 13, 2016

What We Learned at CSCMP's Annual Conference and FedEx Announces Their GRI.

October 6, 2016

Transportation Budget Tip #4 – The Oh Shucks Factor

September 29, 2016

Transportation Budget Tip 3 - Understand Increases from Your Carriers

September 22, 2016

Building a Great Transportation Budget Tip #2

September 15, 2016

Want To Build An Accurate Transportation Budget? Tip #1 - Look at the Economy

September 8, 2016

Watch Out for New Bill of Lading Regulations

September 1, 2016

Carrier Changes that May Impact your Shipping Practices

August 25, 2016

Make Plans to Attend the CSCMP Conference in Orlando from 9/25 to 9/28

August 18, 2016

Things that could impact your transportation budgets in 2017

August 11, 2016

Invest in Your Career

August 4, 2016

Transportation Savings for Dummies

July 28, 2016

Are transportation storm clouds on the horizon?

July 21, 2016

Everybody Wants Transportation Savings, But Do You Have the Tools to Get the Job Done?

July 14, 2016

7 Questions Every Leader Should Ask and Answer

July 7, 2016

The new Panama Canal expansion is officially opened

June 30, 2016

Two Great Resources for Shippers: CSCMP and Wolfe Research Survey

June 23, 2016

Gain the advantage in managing your supply chain with TranzAct's Marketplace Update

June 16, 2016

Road Check America Signals that Capacity Can Still be an Issue

June 8, 2016

Don't Be The Lone Ranger - One Thing World-Class Shippers Have in Common

June 2, 2016

5 Steps on the Road to Being a World Class Shipper

May 26, 2016

Your Supply Chain Needs a Vendor Chargeback Program

May 19, 2016

LTL Sourcing: 3 Key Tips

May 12, 2016

Three Takeaways from Last Week's NASSTRAC Conference

May 5, 2016

Not aware of your supply chain risk? Now that's nuts!

April 28, 2016

How prepared are you for supply chain risks?

April 21, 2016

If You Want to Reduce Your Transportation Costs, Buy a Ticket!

April 13, 2016

Develop a Winning Transportation Plan

April 7, 2016

Resources for Staying on Top of the Transportation Industry

March 31, 2016

CSA Scores Return - Shippers Get Ready

March 24, 2016

Transportation Rates and Exponential Change

March 14, 2016

Updated Economic Outlook from Gary Shilling

March 10, 2016

Watch Out for the "Landmines" in Your LTL Contracts

March 3, 2016

Relationships matter. Remembering Rich Lenart.

February 25, 2016

It's Time to Look at Your Truckload Rates!

February 18, 2016

If You Can't Measure It.... Why a TMS is a Valuable Tool for Managing Your True Total Transportation Spend

February 11, 2016

Conducting a World Class Sourcing Event is Just the First Step in Reducing Costs. Track your Results with a TMS.

February 4, 2016

Life in a Post CSA Environment and Three Questions You Need to Ask about Driver Coercion

January 28, 2016

Morton Salt's Sourcing Event Yielded Great Savings. Here's How.

January 21, 2016

Some Helpful Resources To Help You Manage Your Transportation Spend In 2016

January 14, 2016

Understand Issues you'll Deal with in 2016

January 7, 2016

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