... of the Month: 23% of spot market rates exceed contract rates for vansSome companies have been formed with the sole purpose and responsibilities of overseeing the movement of freight from one destination to another. They work with other companies in their network to ensure products are delivered to their customers at the right place and on time. Some of these companies can offer a wide range of services that will accommodate any companies needs. From shipping small packages to large containers that need to be shipped to domestic customers or customers located abroad, each company will service certain needs. The prices that the company charges for their services are often based on the destination and the weight of the freight that is being shipped. In order to reduce the costs of their shipments, a company can negotiate certain rates in a contract. These contract rates can based on the amount that company is expected to ship. With the right type of coordination, truckloads of products can be sent from one destination to another overnight