Gearing Up for the Holiday Hustle

Little by little, we find ourselves inching closer to the holiday season, which marks the busiest time for businesses and transportation needs. In this month's blog, we'll cover a range of trending transportation topics pertinent to this time of year. From managing seasonal surplus in retail to decoding the lingo of drayage vs. cartage, we'll delve into the essential strategies and knowledge that can help businesses navigate the upcoming surge in transportation demands and more. Let's unpack some valuable information to help companies prepare for the upcoming holiday season.

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Trending Transportation Topics

Managing Seasonal Surplus In Retail

While excess stock for retail and e-commerce businesses can strain storage, increase costs, and tie up cash flow, there are opportunities to capitalize on seasonal demand through proper planning and strategic inventory management. The key strategies discussed in Ryder’s How to Prepare for and Manage Seasonal Surplus Inventory blog include accurate demand forecasting, collaborating with suppliers and vendors, utilizing inventory management software, optimizing logistics and transportation, targeted marketing campaigns, leveraging third-party logistics (3PL) providers, and more. Explore real-world examples from companies like Walmart, Zara, and Amazon to demonstrate effective surplus management strategies.?

Decoding the Lingo: Drayage vs. Cartage?

Unravel the inner workings of drayage and cartage in transportation and logistics. They may sound similar, but those in the trucking industry know that most terminology is like learning a new language. Discover the differences between these essential transportation services in our recent blog and learn how to make informed decisions to streamline your supply chain operations.?

Truck Driver Training Connecting with the Younger Generation

The use of driving simulators in the trucking industry is on the rise as a way to recruit and train new drivers. These simulators are equipped with high-definition graphics and wraparound sound systems, providing realistic driving scenarios and allowing trainers to analyze and improve driving habits. They are also being used to attract younger drivers, improve retention rates, and reduce accident rates. Read how companies are adopting this driving tech and the barriers that are developing in this article.

What’s New with COOP

More Trailers with Specialized Features at Your Disposal

Our team of experts and our trailer rental platform make it easy for businesses to find specialized vehicles for their transportation needs. Whether you want vehicles with liftgates, multi-temp reefer units, pup or standard-size equipment, we offer competitive prices on short- or long-term trailer rentals that can help businesses start prepping for their holiday transportation needs.?

This Month’s Feature Highlight

?Transaction Overviews Simplified with Our Renter Dashboard?

User-friendly interface for quick reservation access ??

Insights into rental history ??

The ability to manage reservations and access to billing statements ??

COOP makes managing commercial vehicle rentals easy. As a customer you get a dedicated team to help you find trailers anywhere in the nation. In addition, you can use our Renter Dashboard to empower your businesses with access to greater control and visibility over rental activity on the COOP platform.