Can Xcel Delivery Replace Your Fleet Vehicles?
A fleet of vehicles is an essential component of many types of businesses. Whether you need to make deliveries, haul equipment, or send out service personnel, your fleet is the backbone of your business. But fleet vehicles also complicate daily operations, and there may come a time when you regret their necessity. There’s a better […]
What the Meal Kit Delivery Trend Means for the Logistics Industry
Meal delivery kits have dramatically increased in popularity in recent years. People love the convenience of getting the precise amount of ingredients they need to cook a meal delivered right to their doors, alongside a recipe that is designed to allow them to prepare a fast and tasty dinner. Although these conveniences are appealing to […]
Packaging Materials 101
When you have a product-driven business—whether you ship your goods to other businesses as a supplier or you fulfill customer orders directly—your packaging materials matter. The right packaging materials will cut down on inventory that is lost due to damage, be cost effective, and be as eco-friendly as possible. There are many different options you […]
How to Prepare to Scale up Your Startup
You’ve launched your startup and worked hard to launch. Now that the early stages of running your business are out of the way, and demand is holding strong for your products and services, you probably have your eyes on growing your brand. Scaling up is an exciting process for any business, but it is also […]
The Primary Perks of Using Pallets
Pallets are incredibly useful for managing freight. They keep your shipments in order and subsequently make them easier to move and store. Because pallets come in a variety of sizes, you can easily get the right type and number to meet your needs. If you use a warehousing service or make use of cross docking, […]
Sonoran Dogs and Other Phoenix Food Truck Favorites
Friends and colleagues, maybe I am just a chubby kid at heart, but there is something special about simple and delicious food and Phoenix has that in abundance. After all the hustle and bustle of the CLDA Final Mile Forum and Expo, when you are relaxing with the family or running around town to soak […]
Historic Sites to See on Your Trip to Phoenix
Friends and colleagues, are you making the trip to Phoenix for the CLDA Final Mile Forum and Expo? In addition to the networking opportunities and educational events at the conference, you won’t want to miss the chance to explore Phoenix. The Sheraton Wild Horse Pass, which I have written about previously, is the perfect home […]
Exploring the Life of Famed Gunslinger Wyatt Earp
Stories of gunslingers and frontier lawmen will never lose their appeal. Growing up in Tucson, I became fascinated by Arizona’s rich local history. I especially loved the stories of Wyatt Earp, famed gunslinger and lawman who survived the deadly shootout at the O.K. Corral in Tombstone. If you’re planning on visiting Tombstone when you join […]
Exciting Sights to See Throughout Arizona
The opening date for the CLDA Final Mile Forum and Expo in Phoenix is rapidly approaching! As a native Arizonian, I look forward to the opportunities our visitors will have to explore the many exciting attractions nearby. I use the term “native Arizonian” loosely, as most of us do in Arizona. The running joke is […]
Experience Southwestern Culture Through Mariachi
When my wife, Kelly, and I dine at Mexican restaurants in Phoenix, we look forward to much more than great food and better company. We also love the live mariachi music, especially at restaurants like Garcia’s Las Avenidas. No visit to Phoenix is complete without a live mariachi experience. If you’re traveling here for the […]
