MoveIt News
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The Secret Behind Shipping Insurance: Ask a 3PL
A customer called me the other day and asked “…are my goods insured while in the care of a warehouse that is contracted by a 3PL?” I hear this question fairly often, so I thought I’d better clear the air.
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How to Ship Commercial Appliances
Shipping a commercial appliance can be a bit more complex than shipping smaller items due to their size, weight and potential fragility. Here’s a step by step guide to help you ship your commercial appliances safely.
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How to Ship a Vending Machine
Shipping a vending machine can be a complex task due to its size, weight, and all-around delicate nature. Here are some general recommendations that will give you some insight on how to ship a vending machine.
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Cheaper Shipping Isn't Always Better
Everyone feels the pressure to make their shipping and logistics program cheaper, better, faster. But cheaper isn’t necessarily better. In fact, it’s generally worse in the long run. It almost guarantees that the low-cost service provider is cutting corners at some point in the transaction.
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How Shipping Companies Can Go Green
Do you like getting extra credit or free shipping when you choose a more eco-friendly shipping option? When given the option, do you save the number of boxes you receive with a single order? Do you prefer paperless invoices?
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MoveIt Taking a Stand Against Gun Violence
The nation is still reeling from the recent school shooting that left 19 children and two teachers dead at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, TX.
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5 Challenges of Medical Equipment Transport
Finding new, cost-effective ways to transport medical equipment can be a challenge. Some shipments, for example, require special packaging and crating or necessitate extreme care.
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What's Wrong With Your Freight Packaging?
In today’s LTL shipping climate, most carriers are running short on drivers, warehouse workers, and support staff, and experiencing delays in securing new equipment. It’s more important than ever to be conscious about your freight packaging.
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How to Choose a 3PL
With over 20,000 3PLs in the country, it can be a challenge to determine how to choose a 3PL for your business.
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MoveIt Donates 10 New Guitars to Broken Strings
Last week, the MoveIt Companies donated ten brand new guitars to the non-profit initiative, Broken Strings.
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4 Ways Shipment Preparation Can Save You Money
During peak season, many freight companies take very little care during as they’re forklifting thousands of pallets on docks and trucks around the country.
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What Is Blanket Wrap Shipping?
Over the last decade we’ve had countless customers reach out to us and ask, “What is blanket wrap shipping?” “Is blanket wrap shipping the safest option for my shipment?”
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3PL Strategies with Cannonball Productions
At MoveIt, we love designing creative 3PL strategies for passionate people. And when it comes to Cannonball Productions, well… they take passion to a whole new level.
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What Is White Glove Shipping?
White glove shipping (or white glove service) or white glove service, is a specialized logistics offering that goes beyond standard delivery practices. This service, often sought after for the final mile delivery, involves meticulous handling of items, ensuring they arrive at their destination in pristine condition. It’s particularly valuable for residences or medical clinics, where items require special care and attention.
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Once Upon a Time, 40 Years Ago...
Does the name “Computer Transportation Services” sound familiar to you? If you’ve been with us for a while, then you know that the MoveIt Companies weren’t always the MoveIt Companies.
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Todd Partridge Named CEO of The MoveIt Companies
Todd Partridge was named CEO of The MoveIt Companies this week, capping off his 32-year career with the specialized “white glove” logistics company.
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How is COVID-19 Changing 3PL and Transportation?
Want an in-depth look at how COVID-19 is changing 3PL and transportation around the world? Click here to join us for “Five Minutes in Healthcare” with Philip Jacobus, CEO of DOTmed.
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TIA Congratulates MoveIt® on 40 Years of Membership
Time flies when you do what you love, and nobody knows that better than the MoveIt® team. This month, TIA (Transportation Intermediaries Association) published a press release recognizing MoveIt® Specialized Logistics for 40 years of membership.
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MoveIt® Celebrates 40th Anniversary
On Tuesday, May 14th, MoveIt employees honored founder DG Partridge and wife Rosie by hosting a luncheon to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of MoveIt®, formerly known as CTS.
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Does Your 3PL Keep Inspection Teams Honest?
A reliable 3PL plays defense for you a lot more often than you think. Why? LTL carriers’ inspection departments are constantly trying to find ways to collect every nickel they can by taking money out of your pocket.
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5 Signs Your 3PL Is Saving You Money
1) Bill Audits Ensure Accuracy
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MoveIt® Donates to the Grant Park Trail
If you’ve ever been to the small town of Auburn, Iowa, then you’ve probably experienced the strong sense of community that lives within the quiet streets. Every neighbor is a friend, and every friend is family.
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MoveIt® Hosts Legislators & Council Members
On September 28th, 2018, MoveIt® was visited by State Legislators and Iowa Environmental Council Members for a tour of the MoveIt solar array.
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MoveIt® Goes Solar
At MoveIt®, we go to great lengths to reduce our environmental impact. From recycling our waste to purchasing hybrid vehicles, our love of the outdoors and respect for the world around us drives our environmental conscientiousness.
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MoveIt® Companies to Go 100% Solar
The MoveIt® Companies have announced they have signed a contract with Shell Rock, Iowa-based Current RE to install an 80 kW (DC) Photovoltaic (PV) system at MoveIt® Headquarters in Breda, IA.
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MoveIt® Teams Up with Electric Lady Studios
MoveIt® Specialized Logistics provided relocation services for the famous Electric Lady Studios, founded by Jimi Hendrix in Greenwich Village, NY.
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MoveIt® Completes Superbowl Distribution
Is there anything more American than football and Gatorade? MoveIt® was selected to coordinate the delivery and removal of Gatorade® beverage coolers to Cowboys Stadium in Arlington for Superbowl XLV.
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Senator Tom Harkin Visits MoveIt® Companies
On September 8, Senator Tom Harkin toured the MoveIt® Companies (formerly Computer Transportation Services) main office facility in Breda, Iowa.
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Sustainable Landscaping Underway at MoveIt®
After letting the construction site soil rest for a year, landscaping plans are now being implemented at the office grounds of the recently constructed MoveIt® offices in Breda, IA.
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MoveIt® Rebranding is Complete
Formerly operating as Computer Transportation Services, Ltd. and CTS Air Services, Inc., the MoveIt® Companies name change is complete.
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MoveIt® Companies Receive 30 Year Award
Today Computer Transportation Services (MoveIt® Specialized Logistics) was recognized by the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) for 30 years of membership at the annual meeting and trade show.
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MoveIt® Honored with Relay For Life Award
Today the MoveIt® Companies Relay for Life Team, CTS 4 R&D, was presented with the 2009 Spirit Award at the annual American Cancer Society Relay for Life Kickoff in Carroll, IA.
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MoveIt® Relocates to New Office
MoveIt® has moved its offices from downtown Breda to the eastern edge of town. The new building was designed by LEED certified architect John Shaw of Iowa City.
