Freight Margins

The Profitability Trap: Why Freight Margins Are Shrinking (And How to Fix It)

  • May 8, 2025
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The freight forwarding industry is experiencing a significant squeeze on profit margins, a phenomenon often referred to as the “Profitability Trap.” This trend is driven by various financial inefficiencies, including fragmented billing systems, inconsistent job costing, and revenue leakage. Addressing these challenges is crucial for freight forwarders aiming to

Freight Forwarders Struggle

Why Freight Forwarders Struggle to Scale—and How to Overcome It

  • May 7, 2025
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Scaling a freight forwarding business sounds straightforward in theory—more shipments, more customers, more revenue. But for most forwarders, the reality is more complex. Growth often reveals the cracks in operational systems, exposes inefficiencies, and overwhelms teams already stretched thin. The logistics business is built on precision and coordination—but as