Shipper
Shipper or Consignor:
A shipper or consignor is a person or company like a manufacturer, retailer or distributor that needs to ship goods. They are usually the supplier or owner of the goods.
Shippers work with trucking(...)
Shipping Label
Shipping Label:
A shipping label is a label affixed to the packaging. It includes the contents of the packaging, and the pick up/delivery locations.
At Freightera, shipping labels are automatically generated by the system(...)
Special HandlingSpecial Handling:
Special handling, in freight shipping, are special services provided by the carrier beyond just picking up or delivering the freight. For example, call before delivery, tailgate/liftgate service, etc.
Step DeckStep Deck:
A type of trailer with a "step" which brings its body closer to the ground and allows it to carry taller cargo.
Straight TruckStraight Truck:
Straight truck is a truck that can fit into narrow streets, e.g. streets in residential areas.
Supply ChainSupply Chain:
A supply chain is a network of organizations, people, activities, information, and resources involved in handling or distributing and moving a product or service from the supplier to the customer.