Spring has sprung here in Olney. The sun is shining, the days are getting longer, and everything is blooming. Here in southern Illinois, we experience every one of the four seasons, and spring in all its beauty is also a great reminder of volatility and...
Colby Shawver and Erik Jensen are long-time AMT team members. Erik's been working here in some fashion almost 9 years and Colby's closing in on six. Committed and super-talented logisticians, these guys are also good under pressure, and a lot of fun in and out...
AND not OR Here at AM Transport Services, when it comes to providing our customers with the best solutions for their transportation needs, we think AND not Or. It’s probably not something you think about a lot--those two little words, but they can make a huge...
It’s Women’s History Month, and what better time to get to know Abby Kuhlig and Hillary Steber a little better. Hillary has been part of the AMT team since 2015. When she started here, she was a logistics support coordinator and trained on the customer,...
Our Meet the Team series was a big hit. It turns out you like learning a little more about the committed folks who make up our logistics team here at AM Transport Services. Yes, you get to talk to them on the phone and trade...
The Wonders of Modern Technology If you’re like most logistics managers, you were pretty happy when modern technology made waterfall tendering possible. No, it’s not rocket science, but it was a huge help to shippers, brokers, and carriers. Waterfall tendering is pretty easy to set up. If...
A parable for logistics managers. Some of our greatest teachers, including Jesus, taught in parables. Whether you are a church goer or not, it’s very likely you grew up hearing parables. Here’s an oldie but goody that has a lot of application to our lives today. A burly...
We have a new team member!!! This week, we're happy to introduce you to Derek Walker. Favorites Music: RHCP, Sublime, Sturgill Simpson Show: The Sopranos Performer: Durand Jones and the Indications Podcast: Duncan Trussel Family Hour and Beau of the 5th Column Sports team: Cardinals, Portland Timbers, Seattle Sounders Sport: Soccer and Tennis Color: Maroon Beer: Craft beer and whatever's...
Who's Sally? So it’s been a pretty nice autumn, right. And the past couple of weekends have been really beautiful with warm, sunny Saturdays that just make you want to get outside. At least that’s how one of our team members (I’m going to call her...
Lots can go wrong: ask your broker. Have you ever thought about everything that could go wrong when you’re trying to get your freight on the road? Or what about once it’s already on the road? Moving freight is a risky business with a lot of moving...
