The Food Shippers of America Blog

There are approximately 3.6 million professional truck drivers in the United States, according to American Trucking Associations (ATA). ATA describes professional driving as one of the economy’s most demanding and …

For decades, lean manufacturing has helped food companies eliminate waste, standardize processes and continuously improve operations. But as supply chains become more connected, automated and data-driven, the principles of lean …

From arriving in the United States without speaking English to leading complex transportation operations with leading food brands, Rusi Kombalov has built his career on curiosity, leadership and operational credibility …

Same-day delivery is quickly giving way to something even faster. As consumers increasingly expect groceries and everyday essentials almost on demand, food retailers are racing to shrink the time between …

Each year, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) assesses the employment levels and wages of 830 occupations across several hundred industries by state and metropolitan area as well as …

The latest operational-cost study conducted by the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) finds expenses climbing across nearly every major category, while profitability remains thin and fleets continue to make difficult …

Food companies are quickly shifting artificial intelligence (AI) beyond experimentation to a practical tool that can manage their increasingly complex supply chains. Recent initiatives from leading brands, including PepsiCo, Nestlé, …

BJ’s Wholesale Club is taking another run at simplifying its merchandise assortment, with plans to eliminate as many as 1,500 SKUs from its legacy clubs as it looks to improve …

FSA President Earnie Seibert recently acknowledged the important work of Jim Mueller during a Distinguished Alumni Recognition Program at the 2026 Annual Food Shippers Conference in Orlando, FL. Jim (James …

For food manufacturers and retailers, speed has become a competitive advantage. With consumer demand shifting rapidly, shorter product life cycles, and continued pressure to reduce waste, food shippers are rethinking …