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Navigating UPS’s 2025 Billing and Rate Changes: What Supply Chain Professionals Need to Know
The supply chain landscape is ever-evolving, and staying ahead requires a keen eye on the operational and financial adjustments made by...
Kelsea Ansfield
Mar 65 min read


U.S. Firms Take Control of Panama Canal Ports
At Gain Consulting, we’re always tracking the shifts that redefine the supply chain landscape. This week, a monumental $22.8 billion deal...
Kelsea Ansfield
Mar 54 min read


USPS Priority Next Day Launches in 54 Markets: A Game-Changer for E-Commerce and Supply Chains
The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) kicked off March with a bold step forward in its service offerings: the launch of Priority Next Day , an...
Kelsea Ansfield
Mar 34 min read


Resilience and Recovery: How the Port of Baltimore Thrived in 2024 and What It Means for U.S. Shippers
At Gain Consulting, we’re committed to keeping U.S. shippers informed about the latest developments in supply chain infrastructure and...
Kelsea Ansfield
Mar 34 min read


Leveraging Supply Chain Stability After the ILA Labor Agreement
The supply chain industry has been buzzing with the news of the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) securing a landmark labor...
Kelsea Ansfield
Feb 263 min read


Q4 2024: U.S. Ecommerce Boom Signals a New Era for Supply Chains
The numbers are in, and they’re telling a story that supply chain leaders can’t ignore: U.S. ecommerce sales in Q4 2024 reached new...
Kelsea Ansfield
Feb 252 min read


Dockworkers’ Landmark Vote Promises Supply Chain Peace Until 2030
At Gain Consulting, we’re always keeping a close eye on developments that could impact the supply chain landscape. This week, a...
Kelsea Ansfield
Feb 243 min read


Trump’s Postal Service Takeover: Implications for Supply Chain Efficiency
The supply chain industry is no stranger to disruption, but a new development out of Washington could send shockwaves through logistics...
Kelsea Ansfield
Feb 213 min read


Analysis on TFI International’s U.S. LTL Operations
Analysis on TFI International’s U.S. LTL operations and its decision to re-domicile to the United States: Overview of TFI’s U.S. LTL...
Kelsea Ansfield
Feb 204 min read


Standard Forwarding: A New Chapter in LTL Transportation
In an exciting development for the logistics and supply chain industry, Standard Forwarding Freight, a prominent Midwest LTL (Less Than...
Kelsea Ansfield
Feb 192 min read


Adapting to The Latest Tariff Changes
In a significant move to recalibrate the landscape of international trade, President Donald Trump has signed an executive order...
Kelsea Ansfield
Feb 183 min read


Understanding the Surge in US LTL Shipping Rates
Welcome to GAIN Consulting's latest analysis tailored for U.S. shippers. The landscape of less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping has been...
Kelsea Ansfield
Feb 173 min read


The LMI® January 2025 Overview
The LMI® for January 2025 stands at 62.0, marking the highest expansion rate since June 2022. This score reflects an increase from...
Kelsea Ansfield
Feb 143 min read


Cargo Theft Surge: Strategies for 2025
Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of global logistics, cargo theft has emerged as a significant and growing concern. According...
Kelsea Ansfield
Feb 133 min read


Analysis of the Latest NFIB Small Business Economic Trends
In January 2025, the NFIB Small Business Economic Trends Monthly Report provided insights that are pivotal for Gain Consulting's...
Kelsea Ansfield
Feb 123 min read


Adapting to Energy Shifts: Strategic Planning for U.S. Shippers in 2025
Global Oil Inventories and Price Projections The EIA's latest report indicates a complex scenario for oil inventories and prices. Here's...
Kelsea Ansfield
Feb 123 min read


U.S. Freight Market Insights for 2025
Introduction Welcome to Gain Consulting's latest analysis on the U.S. freight market dynamics. As we approach mid-2025, stakeholders in...
Kelsea Ansfield
Feb 113 min read


The Impact of Rising Fuel Prices on U.S. Shipping
For shippers in the United States, understanding the dynamics of the supply chain, particularly the cost implications of fuel, is crucial...
Kelsea Ansfield
Feb 103 min read


How Tariffs Might Reshape Trans-Pacific Shipping in 2025
Introduction At Gain Consulting, we closely monitor the dynamics of global supply chains to ensure our clients, particularly U.S....
Kelsea Ansfield
Feb 73 min read


Adapting to New Trade Dynamics: USPS Suspension of China, Hong Kong Parcels
In a significant move that reshapes the landscape for U.S. shippers, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has announced the suspension of...
Kelsea Ansfield
Feb 53 min read
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