What Are Arizona’s Biggest Exports?
There’s a lot to love about Arizona. It’s rich in sunshine, beautiful landscapes, and visitor attractions, including the much-revered Grand Canyon. It’s also a major exporter, shipping more than $20 billion in goods around the world. The principal players in Arizona’s economy involve manufacturing and mining. Aerospace Parts Arizona’s leading export is aircraft goods. Civilian […]
A Look Back at the History of Transportation in Arizona
If you’ll be in Phoenix, AZ for the annual CLDA conference, chances are you’ll be flying in to the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. But in times gone by, you would have traveled by stagecoach or rail. Steamboats also played a role in Arizona’s early transportation history. Historic Trails There are a number of well-known, […]
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, […]
Our Aircraft on Ground Courier Services
In the logistics and delivery industry, an aircraft on ground (AOG) is among the most frustrating roadblocks. Mechanical issues and severe weather can ground an aircraft, leaving passengers in search of alternate transportation. But it isn’t just passengers who get grounded by AOG situations. Shipments and deliveries can also be affected. The solution to this […]
Fleet Replacement by Xcel Delivery Services
Fleet management is one of the top concerns of small business owners and major corporations alike. It’s no small task to keep a private fleet of vehicles functioning properly and well-maintained, yet alone to deal with human factors such as driver turnover rates. And since fleet management is only one small part of your overall […]
Mistakes to Avoid When Doing Pallet Shipping
Pallets help to keep freight safe during transit and holds shipments together. Because the pallets can be loaded and unloaded with a forklift, they can speed up transfers and make the shipping process more practical and affordable. However, it is also possible to make costly mistakes during the pallet shipping process. These errors can delay […]
