Freight of the Union Blog

Feb 12, 2025

Supply Chain Blind Spots: How 4PLs Provide the Visibility You’re Missing

Supply chain inefficiencies can really trip you up and impact your customers. Missed delivery deadlines, unexpected costs, and disjointed operations often result from a lack of visibility across your supply chain. Enter Fourth-Party Logistics providers (4PLs), whose business intelligence tools and real-time tracking capabilities are transforming how manufacturers and distributors navigate these challenges. Seeing Beyond…

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Feb 12, 2025

Where Logistics Meets Loyalty: Transforming Customer Experience in Supply Chains

In manufacturing and distribution, the customer experience often hinges on what happens after the order is placed. The quality of your products may be unmatched, but if delivery is late, incomplete, or inaccurate, customer satisfaction plummets. Logistics—the backbone of supply chain operations—plays a pivotal role in shaping the customer experience. When you think about logistics,…

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Feb 5, 2025

From Disruption to Opportunity: 5 Logistics Trends to Watch in 2025

The logistics industry is no stranger to disruption, but in 2025, the stakes are higher than ever. With technology accelerating at breakneck speed, customer expectations soaring, and supply chain challenges becoming more intricate, manufacturers are at a crossroads. The question isn’t whether to adapt—it’s how fast you can pivot to stay competitive. These five trends…

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Jan 15, 2025

[NEW GUIDE] Are Your Logistics Partners Holding You Back?

Your logistics strategy is more than just a back-office function—it’s a critical lever for profitability. Whether you’re a manufacturer, distributor, or direct-to-consumer brand, your ability to move products efficiently, cost-effectively, and on time directly impacts your ROI. Despite this, too many businesses overlook the role of their logistics partner in driving growth and cutting costs…

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