Customized Intermodal Solutions

From ship, to rail, to truck, we manage the entire move to ensure your movements are delivered on time. Our customized intermodal solutions provide multiple modes of transportation which increase efficiencies and reduce costs for those long haul moves. Connect with an expert today!  800.771.5633

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CVSA Operation Safe Driver Week 2017

Enforcement Personnel on the Lookout for Unsafe Commercial and Passenger-Vehicle Drivers During Operation Safe Driver Week, Oct. 15-21  

Law enforcement agencies throughout North America will engage in heightened traffic safety enforcement and educational outreach as part of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance's (CVSA) Operation Safe Driver Week, Oct. 15-21, 2017.

To read the entire press release click here: http://cvsa.org/news-entry/2017-osd-week/

Congressional Panel Moves To Give Feds Say Over Self-Driving Vehicles

A U.S. House committee July 27 approved legislation to give the federal government final say over the performance of self-driving vehicles, a measure that would preempt states from trying to set their own standards.

The House Energy and Commerce Committee unanimously approved the bill, which also would require the U.S. Department of Transportation to write a plan within a year to set rules for self-driving cars to share the roads with traditional vehicles and identify aspects of self-driving cars that may require performance standards such as sensors, software and the interaction between passengers and the car.

Read the full article here: http://www.ttnews.com/articles/congressional-panel-moves-give-feds-say-over-self-driving-vehicles

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Single Point Carrier Services Joins Forces With Pedigree Technologies & OneView

7/18/2017

Single Point and Pedigree Technologies Join Forces to Provide the Best Solution to the 2017 ELD Mandate that the Industry has to Offer

Single Point Carrier Services announced today it has entered into a joint marketing agreement with Pedigree Technologies. The company is excited about this new opportunity to jointly market the Single Point services that will include the Pedigree ELD Chrome Solution.  Pedigree’s OneView platform is the best choice for the Owner-Operators and small fleets to comply with the recently mandated reporting requirements.  ELD Chrome is intuitive, reliable and expandable while being 100% compliant and officially certified with the FMCSA.  Currently, two options are available.  The Cab-Mate Open (BYOD) and the Cab-Mate Connect (no extra data plan required). 

Based in Houston, Texas, Single Point is a leader in logistics and financial services focused on the transportation marketplace.  Single Point’s unique suite of value added products and services greatly enhance the client experience.  These solutions include financial services such as invoice factoring, fleet financing, and insurance products. Clients also enjoy national fuel discounts, tire discounts, roadside assistance, as well as safety, compliance and permitting services across the United States. 

Click here to view all of the solutions that Single Point has to offer. 

Pedigree Technologies, a long-time leading provider of ELD, fleet management, supply and service-chain solutions, proudly announces that the most intuitive, reliable, and compliant ELD solution on the market is now ELD certified with the FMCSA. With over 7 years providing AOBRD (now ELD), drivers and fleet managers alike appreciate ELD Chrome’s ease of use and on-demand interactive tutorials. - READ THE FULL ARTICLE ON THE PEDIGREE BLOG HERE.

Click here to view all of the solutions that Pedigree Technologies has to offer. 

Pedigree Technologies is the leading provider of solutions that enable companies to make better business decisions by providing real-time visibility and management tools via the OneView platform. The OneView platform is customizable and built for growth with expandable solutions for People (enterprise), Safety (compliance), and Performance (service/supply chain), while improving the ability to dynamically manage people and operating environments in an increasingly complex, interconnected real-time life. Key solutions include ELDs, asset tracking, fleet management, maintenance, dispatching, and more. The company was founded in 2004 and is based in Fargo, North Dakota. For more information, visit PedigreeTechnologies.com. 

Why Ship With Single Point

At Single Point, we pride ourselves on our experienced qualified carrier network. We have the capacity to handle all your freight needs from LTL to even the most complex specialized moves. With sister companies working with our carriers in factoring and insurance, we understand our carriers better than any broker out in the market. The trucking capacity makes the difference in reliable service for your customers.

See our many reasons why our customers work with Single Point every day.

• Customer Service and dedicated Account Managers
• Guaranteed Insured Carriers
• Strict check call policies
• Qualified Carrier Network

Single Point Logistics provides reliable and accurate quotes to ensure your transportation goals and margins are hit every time. Whether you’re interested in outsourcing your entire logistics operations to our third party logistics (3PL) platform, or just looking for last minute help on your freight moves, Single Point Logistics can help with all your transportation and distribution needs.

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Invoice Factoring in Trucking and Transportation

Single Point makes factoring your freight bills quick and easy with reliable and trusted service, always. Our helpful team has extensive industry knowledge and experience both in freight financing and trucking operations. We understand the financial demands on your business and will tirelessly work with you to find comprehensive solutions to meet all your organization’s needs. With Single Point as a factoring partner, you will be able to focus on running your business while we help manage your financing.

Our skilled staff is dedicated to providing superior customer service. We always operate with integrity and consistency. With a continuing commitment to transparency in our business practices, we seek to be the most dependable financier in the industry. See below for the quick and easy steps to receive funding today!

1. Contact us for an initial invoice credit check

2. Perform the contractual obligations to your customer

3. Submit your paperwork for funding

4. We verify delivery with the customer

5. Secondary customer credit check

6. You receive funding

7. We bill customer and handle collections

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Some Shippers Implement Longer Payment Policies

Some shippers are taking longer to pay freight bills, forcing carriers and brokerage firms to accept either discounts on invoices paid within a shorter payment cycle or to absorb additional expenses associated with extending credit to customers...
Read the full article by clicking on the link below:
http://www.ttnews.com/articles/some-shippers-implement-longer-payment-policies

Friday Fun Facts in Transportation and Trucking

T.A. Peterman, a logger and manufacturer of wood products, buys Fageol Motors Company and starts making Peterbilt trucks to serve the demanding logging industry on the West Coast.  The Models 260 and 334 are Peterbilt's first trucks and set the stage for the distinctive styling Peterbilt would become legendary for throughout its history

Interested in learning more about the history of America's favorite truck?  Click here:

http://www.peterbilt.com/about/history/

Law Hits 60,000 Truckers

About 60,000 truck drivers licensed in Arkansas will be required to complete a human trafficking prevention course under legislation enacted in this year's regular session, state officials said Tuesday.

Read more here: http://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2017/apr/19/law-hits-60-000-truckers-20170419-1/?f=news-arkansas

They're Just The Truckin' Facts

When were they founded?

Mack Trucks - 1900

Kenworth - 1923

Peterbilt - 1939

Freightliner Trucks - 1942

The Trucking Industry is Booming

Why Haul For Single Point

Our management team has been in the trucking industry for over 60 years and understands what makes a successful trucking operation. It’s hard enough running a trucking business with all the regulations, compliance, and maintenance issues, that sometimes it’s difficult to find consistent freight in the lanes you’re interested in. Single Point Logistics provides a reliable service and ongoing freight so you don’t have to worry about staying on the road.

Our carriers haul for Single Point for the following reasons:

Superior Customer Support

• 24/7 Load Boards allowing you to plan your over the road hauls
• Above market rates
• On-time payment terms
• Quick pay options
• Reliable transportation professionals
• Other Services Available: Factoring, Insurance Products, Dispatch Services, Safety & Compliance, Payroll Services

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What is a Referral Partner and How Can They Help You Grow Your Business

Techopedia explains Referral Partner

Referral partners are an Internet marketing resource that can send targeted traffic toward the advertiser’s domain. Referral partners are selected by advertisers based on their website's subject. The partners write reviews and feedback about the product or place an ad for the advertiser. Whenever an ad is clicked and the prospective buyer performs a specific activity on the advertiser’s website, the referring website is paid a commission depending on the type of action performed by the referred user. 

These actions are usually sales, so the referral partner is paid only when the referred user buys a product or service and/or registers itself with the website to become a prospective lead. Referral partners are normally website and blog publishers producing content in a similar category as the products or services the advertiser is selling. For example, a technology blogger might rate a list of smartphone apps and provide links to pages where those apps can be purchased. When a website visitor buys an app, the blogger gets paid.  -  https://www.techopedia.com

Single Point Carrier Services is currently seeking new referral partners in the trucking and transportation industry.  Do you do business in the following areas?  ELD, Permits, 2017 Mandate Laws, Safety and Compliance, Factoring, Freight Forwarding, Distribution, Fleet Financing.  If so, call us today and ask about our Single Point Referral Partnership Program.

www.singlepointcarrierservices.com  800.771.5633

How To Save Money At The Pump

Single Point Fuel Card will give you the opportunity to manage your fleet and consumption more efficiently. Similar to a pre-paid card, each driver can be allotted the necessary and approved funds for items like fuel, tires, and repairs while on the road. Single Point will be able to individually load your drivers’ cards giving you more control and better access to your fleet. You will also receive significant discounts on fuel, tires, maintenance and repairs just to name a few. Soon, you can sign up with us and benefit from multiple discounts and better technology leading you to higher profits.

Six Trucking Facts on Owner-Operators

•         Owner-operators are small business people who own, maintain and drive their own motor    vehicles.
•         Ninety percent of the trucking industry is made up of small business trucking companies with ten or less trucks.
•       There is currently no training required to a commercial drivers license.  The FMCSA has a proposed ruling that has not yet been implemented that would require a minimum of 44 hours of behind the wheel training.
•         There are approximately 350,000 owner-operators in the United States.
•         On average, small business truckers drive more than 115,000 miles per year.
•      Owner-operators are involved in fewer and less severe accidents than any other segment of the truck driving population.

Single Point Carrier Services Wishes you a Happy Presidents' Day

Presidents’ Day falls on the third Monday in February in the United States.  It is also known as Washington’s Birthday, after George Washington, the first president of the United States.  The day is meant to celebrate George Washington and all the presidents of the U.S.  It became a federal holiday in 1879.

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#Motivationalmonday

Single Point Offers a Full Suite of Services to the Small to Mid-Sized Trucking Companies Across the U.S.

In addition to factoring, Single Point Carrier Services offers several supplementary solutions to meet all your transportation needs. As an all-inclusive provider, we strive to maximize your company's potential with our efficient, cost-effective and reliable services.  Call 800.771.5633 and speak with one of our knowledgeable Account Executives.

• Always stay loaded by working with Single Point
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Choose a 3PL Company With a Solid Understanding of the Logistics Industry

Single Point Logistics is an established freight brokerage firm providing customers with a superior third party logistics (3PL) platform servicing all customers seeking to improve their logistics needs.

We provide carriers and shippers with professional logistical support by leveraging state-of-the-art technology and human resources to minimize inefficiencies and maximize profits.

Our goal is to create partnerships on both sides of the transaction which develop into long-lasting 3PL solutions.  Our management team has over 60 years of combined transportation and logistics experience.  

We understand safety, regulation, and efficiency so you don't have to.  Proprietary technology and a vast qualified carrier network ensure reliable freight movements from proven professionals.

800.771.5633  

www.singlepointcarrierservices.com

Hey ladies, have you considered a career in the trucking industry?

                                                                    

Women comprise approximately 5.1 percent of the driver population.  – Bureau of Labor Statistics

The average wage for a commercial driver is $42,500.00 – Bureau of Labor Statistics

The U.S. trucking industry has a current driver shortage of approximately 25,000 drivers – American Trucking Associations

Haul for Single Point! 800.771.5633  Get set up!

Our carriers haul for Single Point for the following reasons:

Superior Customer Support

• 24/7 Load Boards allowing you to plan your over the road hauls
• Above market rates
• On-time payment terms
• Quick pay options
• Reliable transportation professionals
• Other Services Available: Factoring, Insurance Products, Dispatch Services, Safety & Compliance, Payroll Services

Brand Awareness in Transportation and Logistics

Creating an interesting campaign for your company will increase brand awareness and website traffic for your business!  Compelling content and eye-catching images are essential for capturing the attention of new business prospects.

Check out our latest campaign that is dedicated to promoting a healthy and balanced lifestyle in the trucking industry. Click on www.letsgettruckedup.com and find out how you can grow your business, eat healthily and exercise while on the road!  Check out the links to beautiful state parks, popular truck stops, and much more!

If you are just getting your trucking company up and running you may need working capital to get in compliance and get moving!  Looking for loads?  Let us assist you in finding freight.

13 Fast Facts About 'Smokey and the Bandit'

13 Fast Facts About 'Smokey and the Bandit' - Roger Cormier

Smokey and the Bandit—a film thought up and directed by Burt Reynolds' roommate/celebrated stuntman Hal Needham—combined the appeal of watching high speed chases with the appeal of watching Reynolds, Sally Field, and the comedic stylings of Jackie Gleason. It was the second highest-grossing movie of 1977, directly behind Star Wars. Here are some fast facts about the classic action comedy.

1. IT WAS BASED ON A REAL COORS BANQUET BEER PROBLEM.

While Needham was in Georgia working as Reynolds' stunt double in Gator (1976), the driver captain on the set brought some Coors beer from California and brought a couple of cases to Needham's hotel room. After he noticed that the maid kept stealing the beers from the fridge, he remembered a TIME magazine article from 1974 about how Coors was unavailable east of the Mississippi River, because the beer was not pasteurized and needed constant refrigeration, and couldn't legally be sold outside of 11 western and southwestern U.S. states. Which made him realize that, "bootlegging Coors would make a good plotline for a movie."

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