Less than Truckload

  As your business expands from retail to wholesale, your shipping needs evolve. Transitioning from using retail shipping services like UPS to less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping, and ultimately to full truckload freight with warehousing, can seem daunting. However, with the right strategies, this transition can be smooth and significantly beneficial for your growing business. In this blog post, we'll guide small business owners through the process of leveling up their shipping operations to support expansion and increase efficiency. Step 1: Understanding When to Shift from Retail Shipping Services Initially, small businesses often rely on retail shipping services for their simplicity and convenience. However, as order volumes increase and shipments become more frequent and larger, these services can become costly and less efficient. Key indicators that it's time to consider LTL shipping include: Regularly shipping packages that are over the weight limits for standard retail ser