“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” Leonardo Da Vinci In our modern world, simple is hard to find. Technological innovation has made it possible to dream
At Zero Down, we work hard to not only stay at the forefront of supply chain technology, but to lead the way. Three years ago,
In the latest report from the Logistics Manager’s Index, data from around the country indicates that transportation capacity continues to increase, a massive shift from
McBride joins Gunner Miller, former D-1 athlete, Pro-Wrestler, and host of the CWG Podcast, to discuss the intersection of sports and logistics. Brad McBride, Founder/CEO
The United States Postal Service recently announced that, starting in October 2022, it will put an end to its 30-year-old Reseller Program. The program offered
McBride joins EVP of Trucking Tower Eva Rumble, to discuss how businesses can stop money from leaking out of their supply chains. SUNRISE, FLORIDA, UNITED
A decade ago, in her book Ninety Percent of Everything, author Rose George documented the time she spent traveling between continents aboard a cargo vessel.
It’s never a good sign when inflation is front page news. While demand and inventory levels are starting to level out, gas prices continue to
Is It Worth It to File Carrier Claims? Let’s face it, filing claims with your carriers can be a pain. Parcel or freight, no matter
Optimization: The action of making the best or most effective use of a situation or resource. While it may be exaggerating to say the
Digital Supply Chain Solutions According to a recent report by MHI and Deloitte, 80% of supply chain leaders surveyed said that the Pandemic had accelerated
What Is Supply Chain Analytics? Gathering data these days is not hard. Digital tools are everywhere, collecting information constantly. Today, we measure and codify almost
Since 2003, our consultative approach has helped dozens of clients dramatically reduce their transportation costs and supply chain expenses. Through our Audit, Business Intelligence, Optimization, TMS, and Claims Management service offerings, we help our clients save money, and ship better. Our industry expertise, detailed negotiation skills, and Zero Down’s proprietary software suite, FreightOptics, allow us to secure the best rates possible for our clients, as well as provide best-in-class supply chain visibility across all modes: Parcel, Less Than Truckload, Truckload, International Air and Ocean, and Ocean Contracts direct with Steamship Lines.
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