Blazing New Trails: An Industry Upside-Down

Zmac - Summer Logistics. Jared Wing

ZMac Sales Executive Jared Wing authors this installment of “Blazing New Trails.” I’m sure by now everyone has noticed how crazy trucking prices are. People hear things like “federally mandated ELDs” and “nationwide driver shortage,” but many aren’t aware of what this means as the year progresses. (If you haven’t heard about this yet, read this article that explains the … Read More

The Surprising Way Oil Prices Affected ZMac’s Business

ZMAC Capacity Analysis Total Loads 2014 2015 2016

In the transportation logistics industry, the price of oil impacts everything. Beginning in 2014, crude oil prices took a steady downturn. Well, severe nose dive is more accurate. On the first impression, you might think, “That’s great news for the trucking and transportation industry.” And you’d be right. Unless your business is deeply tied to oil transportation. Then, the decline … Read More