The Journal of Commerce just published a great article discussing current service issues with LTL. Please read and share content with our customers. Keeping our customers informed before issues arise can help limit the impact of this disruption.
Key Takeaways:
- Capacity is tight – Availability of equipment is a major issue for all carriers
- Missed Pickups & Deliveries – Pickup dates being pushed out as previous deliveries are missed (Trucks being filled at a prior stop, as businesses try to ship more than originally planned and LTL carriers accept more than agreed to)
- Extended Transit Times – Drivers being delayed by other shippers Cross-Dock terminals are severely behind – continually pushing loads from one day to the next