REQUEST A QUOTE LOGIN 877-240-1181 CUSTOMERS CARRIERS AGENTS TECH RESOURCES ABOUT US CONTACT US ATG Fuel For Thought The latest on transportation, logistics, technology and industry trends. CATEGORIES SOCIAL SUBSCRIBE INSIDER | CARRIER RELATIONS | AGENCY OWNERSHIP | ATG NEWS | BUSINESS ADVICE | TECHNOLOGY | LOGISTICS | TRANSPORTATION | FREIGHT MANAGEMENT | FREIGHT BROKER Unlock Capacity and Improve Operational Efficiency with Parade By: Scott Watanabe November 18th, 2021 Since our founding in 2006, Armstrong has consistently rolled out new technology and resources that make agents’ lives easier while maximizing productivity. We make it our mission to offer agents cutting-edge technology and business capabilities that are second to none. READ MORE Share INDUSTRY NEWS | LOGISTICS | TRANSPORTATION | CARRIERS | FREIGHT MANAGEMENT | SHIPPERS | FREIGHT BROKER Market Insights: Can Government Spending Help Fix the Supply Chain? By: Brad Loeb November 17th, 2021 Check back with us monthly to stay up to speed on freight market conditions. Our snapshots compile market data from reputable public sources to help you stay informed. READ MORE Share The lastest on transportation, logistics, technology and industry trends. Receive a weekly update of the newest trends in the transportation, logistics, technology industry. We promise to never spam you but to only provide the best resources to help drive your business forward. EMAIL INSIDER | AGENCY OWNERSHIP | AGENT PROGRAM | RECRUITING | LOGISTICS CAREERS How Leading Freight Agent Programs Reward Top-Performing Agents By: Tom Milosavljevich November 2nd, 2021 Freight agents usually have a few things in common. They are self-motivated entrepreneurs who are focused on becoming top revenue-producing agents in their market. At Armstrong, we know we have the best agent partners in the business, and it's our goal to elevate each office to its fullest potential. We call those upper-echelon performers "Diamond Elite." READ MORE Share INSIDER | BUSINESS ADVICE | LOGISTICS | TRANSPORTATION | EMPLOYEE RETENTION | RECRUITING | FREIGHT BROKER | LOGISTICS CAREERS Women in Logistics: Q&A with Ali Harrington By: Taylor Borum October 28th, 2021 Modern organizations know that strong women offer invaluable skills in the workplace, particularly in the fast-paced supply chain world where collaboration, creativity, problem-solving, and multitasking are critical to success. These skills can improve stakeholder relations and make for a more productive work environment. READ MORE Share CARRIER RELATIONS | AGENCY OWNERSHIP | BUSINESS ADVICE | TECHNOLOGY | LOGISTICS | CARGO CLAIMS | TRANSPORTATION | BEST PRACTICES | FREIGHT MANAGEMENT | SHIPPERS | FREIGHT BROKER How Modern Freight Brokerages Manage Exceptions By: Taylor Borum October 26th, 2021 Moving freight is a challenging process that requires massive coordination and collaboration between multiple parties. Supply chains intimately weave manufacturers and retailers, with carriers as a connecting point, before ultimately reaching consumers. The logistics mechanism within supply chains has many gears and pulleys that must function properly in tandem with others to move freight from start to finish. READ MORE Share INDUSTRY NEWS | LOGISTICS | TRANSPORTATION | CARRIERS | FREIGHT MANAGEMENT | SHIPPERS | FREIGHT BROKER Market Insights: Will Christmas Be Canceled? By: Brad Loeb October 21st, 2021 Check back with us monthly to stay up to speed on freight market conditions. Our snapshots compile market data from reputable public sources to help you stay informed. If you haven't started your holiday shopping, now is the time! With grandparents panicking that the shelves will be bare this holiday season, retailers are doing their best to stay ahead of demand. Many Americans report they will have the bulk of their shopping done ahead of Black Friday, if not by Halloween. Consumer demand remains high, despite many items now being hit by inflation. Among the goods impacted are cars (priced 8.8% higher), electronics (12.7% higher), furniture (11.2% higher), gas (42.1% higher), and food (4.6% higher). Industry watchers report that many of these price hikes are due to rising costs of transportation. President Biden is attempting to tame inflation by announcing that the Port of Los Angeles will move to 24/7 operations. Some analysts are skeptical of the plan's ability to ease congestion, citing an ongoing national truck driver shortage as the primary feeder for tight capacity and slowed operations. Don't start panic-buying those Christmas gifts just yet! Read on for a high-level recap of what's happening in the freight markets. READ MORE Share CARRIER RELATIONS | AGENCY OWNERSHIP | BUSINESS ADVICE | TECHNOLOGY | LOGISTICS | TRANSPORTATION | BEST PRACTICES | SAFETY | FREIGHT MANAGEMENT | SHIPPERS The Challenges of Cross-Border Shipping and How to Avoid Them By: Brad Gerber October 19th, 2021 Cross-border shipping involves the movement of goods and products between countries. Companies participating in international trade can reach more customers, expand brand awareness, and drive revenue. READ MORE Share INSIDER | AGENCY OWNERSHIP | ATG NEWS | BUSINESS ADVICE | TECHNOLOGY | LOGISTICS | TRANSPORTATION | AGENT PROGRAM | RECRUITING | FREIGHT BROKER | LOGISTICS CAREERS Continuing Education Made Easy Through Armstrong Academy By: Greg Smith October 15th, 2021 In September, Armstrong provided a first look at Armstrong Academy, our new training resource for agent partners and employees. We are excited to debut the first level of the agent partner program this Monday, October 18th! 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