Unlock the Basics of Freight Shipping
At FreightCenter, we’re committed to making freight shipping simple and accessible.
Our comprehensive shipping definitions and easy-to-understand guides empower you to handle your freight with confidence, no matter the size or complexity of your shipment.
Whether you’re looking to understand the basics of what is freight shipping or dive deeper into advanced freight industry topics, FreightCenter is here to help.
Start exploring our resources today and take the first step toward mastering your logistics journey!
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Why Learn with FreightCenter?
For over 25 years, FreightCenter has been a leader in the freight shipping industry, providing expert solutions to businesses and individuals alike. As a top-rated third-party logistics (3PL) provider, we connect our customers with a vast network of trusted carriers to simplify even the most complex logistics challenges. But our commitment goes beyond shipping services—we’re dedicated to educating our customers about the freight industry to help them succeed.
Our “what is” pages are a prime example of how we simplify logistics topics for everyone. With its industry-specific terminology and multiple service options, freight shipping can feel daunting. Whether you’re trying to understand what is intermodal shipping or need a clear explanation of what is a freight quote, these pages break it down.
By offering easy-to-understand content, we empower businesses to make smarter shipping decisions. From small business owners shipping LTL (less-than-truckload) to supply chain professionals coordinating international freight, our resources ensure that anyone can navigate the complexities of freight with ease.
Freight Shipping Basics
What is freight class?
What is curbside pickup and delivery?
What is the cheapest way to ship freight?
What is a TMS?
What is a loading dock?
What is a dry run fee?
What is cross docking?
What is a truck ordered not used fee?
What is a cargo container?
What is an air waybill?
What is a certificate of origin?
What is an export license?
What is electronic export information?
What is the cost of freight shipping?
What is demurrage and detention charges?
Freight Services and Methods
What is LTL shipping?
What is reverse logistics?
What is groupage shipping?
What is shared truckload?
What is lean supply chain?
What is transloading in logistics?
What is outbound logistics?
What is inbound logistics?
What is the cheapest way to ship large items?
What is digital freight matching?
What is fifo method?
Specialized Freight Topics
What is free on board?
What is concealed freight damage?
What is out-of-gauge cargo?
What is MABD?
What is a dimensionlizer?
What is the significance of freight visibility?
What is freight tsi?
What is an inventory management system?
What is fba?
What is a cab over?
Explore our Freight Shipping Resources
Helpful tools, whitepapers, videos, tips, and more to help you when you ship freight.
Commonly Used Freight Terms from A to Z
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