Tariffs’ Second-Order Effects: Evasion, De Minimis, and the New Compliance Reality
Tariffs don’t just raise headline rates, they change behavior across oceans, ports, and checkout carts. In Q3–Q4 2025, three threads are defining the new reality
Tariffs on Lumber & Wood Products: New Pressures on Housing and Supply Chains
The U.S. Commerce Department has announced new tariffs that will directly impact lumber, timber, and downstream wood products such as kitchen cabinets and furniture. Effective
Plug the Leaks. Prove the Savings.
Transportation costs are rising fast, and with General Rate Increases (GRIs), new surcharges, and complex multimodal networks, finance teams are under pressure to prove every
From “Rush by Default” to Smart Service-Level Choices
When customers expect fast delivery, many retailers default to the priciest service levels “just to be safe", but this approach bleeds margin. A major North
From Buzzword to Business Value: AI That Moves Freight
In logistics, the term “AI” is often used loosely, but for global shippers, it’s not about saying the word; it’s about proving the value. Here’s
Turning Complex Freight Invoices Into Straightforward Approvals With AI OCR
Freight invoices are rarely simple. A single shipment can involve dozens of line items, linehaul charges, fuel surcharges, detention fees, accessorials, and more. Add in