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FSL’s Strategies for Load and Driver Safety
At Full Sail Logistics, load and driver safety is one of our top priorities. As a client-centric logistics solutions provider, we understand it’s a major client as well. Ensuring safety is also the duty of a broker so all parties involved with a load have a satisfactory experience. That is why we prioritize safety at…
Read MoreFSL’s Expectations for Summer 2025
As the summer approaches, our team at FSL anticipates the season’s usual impacts. We also have to anticipate the volatile and unpredictable. The common impacts we expect this summer are: Soaring Temperatures Temperatures are predicted to be above-average this summer across the US, with the Northwest experiencing especially high temperatures for the region. Extreme Weather…
Read MoreFSL Gives Back: Our Time at the No Cost Grocery
FLF is a food justice and farmer advocacy organization that believes good food should be for all people and that farmers deserve living wages. This week is National Volunteer Week (April 20-26). It is time dedicated to thanking those who work in service to the community. It’s also the perfect opportunity to volunteer yourself. So,…
Read MoreFull Sail Logistics: Experts in Food and Beverage Shipping
Foods and beverages are among the top commodities most shipped in the U.S. With that much to move a lot of subpar partners can get in the mix when it comes to your freight. At FSL, we understand that food and beverage shipping is a unique transportation need and requires unique logistics solutions to service…
Read MoreSpotlight on CDLs: The Effects of Clearinghouse II
On Monday 11/18/2024, a crucial CDL requirement went into place. This requirement, called Clearinghouse II, takes aim at drug and alcohol abusers, revoking the driving privileges of around 200,000 CDL holders. Drivers are being prohibited, yes, but the Second Clearinghouse rule allows for a “return-to-duty” (RTD) if a driver follows the FMCA’s process. This means…
Read MoreE-Commerce: Impacts on Supply Chains During Retail Season
When it comes to retail season, e-commerce has a great effect on how the average consumer shops. At Full Sail Logistics, we navigate the e-commerce surges so our clients’ supply chains are not disrupted. Here are the impacts to expect: Last-Mile Delivery Demand Consumers want goods in-hand more than ever. If you are looking to…
Read MoreFSL Prepares for the Holiday Shipping Surge
Soon, consumer spending will reach its peak during the holiday season in November and December.
Don’t let this holiday season overwhelm you this year.
Read MoreSpot vs. Contract Freight: Choosing the Best Strategy
There are many upcoming factors that may affect how clients wish to award freight to carriers and brokers. Currently, we are seeing inflation decrease, retail season begin, holiday closures increase, and autumn produce roll in. All these factors can affect a client’s transportation costs as we near the end of the year. Rather than let…
Read MoreInflation and Interest Rates: Their Impact on Supply Chain
Over the past few years, it has been important to keep watch on the US inflation and interest rates. July 2024 continued the trend of decreasing inflation rates, reaching 2.9%, the lowest it’s been since March 2021. This is great news for consumers and manufacturers alike, as this puts pressure on the Federal Reserve to…
Read MoreThe Importance of Building Strong Carrier Relationships
Strong relationships benefit every business in every industry. With a market vulnerable to freight theft schemes, it is now more important than ever to create and rely on our strong relationships with our carriers. Along with an improved vetting process for our carrier base, we continue to prioritize already onboarded carriers when booking loads. No…
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