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The Trusted Freight Report delivers sharp, actionable insights at the intersection of supply chain operations, leadership, and business growth. Each edition unpacks real-world freight challenges, project site logistics, and what it takes to lead with trust and transparency in today’s complex shipping environment. Whether you're a project manager, manufacturer, or logistics pro, this report keeps you ahead of the curve and always on track.

We Stopped Cold Calling and Started Showing Up

Jan 23, 2026

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We Stopped Cold Calling and Started Showing Up

We stopped chasing volume and started building trust.Instead of another cold call or automated sequence, we showed up—face to face, no pitch, no pressure. In logistics, where six-figure shipments and tight timelines leave no room for error, trust isn’t built through scripts. It’s built through presence.This issue breaks down why relationships still outperform automation, why being remembered matters more than being seen, and how a simple shift in approach created real conversations—and real partnerships.Because in a crowded inbox, the people who show up are the ones who get trusted.

Ryan Suydam

Industry Insight:The CDL Purge Disrupting Capacity

Jan 16, 2026

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Industry Insight:The CDL Purge Disrupting Capacity

Spot rates didn’t rise because demand surged. They rose because capacity vanished—almost overnight. A nationwide crackdown on non-domiciled CDLs is removing tens of thousands of drivers from the market, and most shippers are still underestimating the impact.This newsletter breaks down what’s really happening behind the rate spikes, why this is a compliance shock—not a traditional driver shortage—and what smart shippers must do now to protect capacity, avoid audit risk, and keep freight moving while the industry recalibrates.

Ryan Suydam

Industry Insight: Why Over-Control Fails in Modern Freight Operations

Jan 9, 2026

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Industry Insight: Why Over-Control Fails in Modern Freight Operations

In logistics, control is often praised as strong leadership. But in an industry defined by constant volatility, trying to manage every detail can quietly become a liability. Over time, over-control slows decisions, limits team growth, and places unsustainable pressure on the leader.This newsletter explores a pivotal leadership turning point—one that challenged the belief that control equals competence. It unpacks how stepping back, building stronger structures, and trusting the team didn’t weaken operations, but stabilized them. The lesson is clear: in modern freight, the leaders who scale aren’t the ones who hold everything tightly—they’re the ones who design systems that perform without them.

Ryan Suydam

Jan 2, 2026

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The Cost of Being Always Available

In logistics, responsiveness is expected—but constant availability comes at a cost. When every message feels urgent and every interruption demands attention, decision quality slips, leadership energy fades, and performance quietly suffers.This issue explores why being “always on” can become a hidden liability, and how high-performing freight leaders stay effective by designing availability with intention. The goal isn’t less commitment—it’s smarter responsiveness that protects clarity, trust, and long-term results.

Ryan Suydam

Dec 30, 2025

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Steps to Full Proof your Freight Claims

Because Carriers don't deny claims with bulletproof evidence. They pay them.

Ryan Suydam

How Tive Works: How Tive Transforms freight Tracking

Dec 19, 2025

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How Tive Works: How Tive Transforms freight Tracking

Welcome to this week’s RKC Logistics Newsletter — a fast, focused breakdown of the tools reshaping modern freight operations. In a market where mistakes can cost thousands and delayed information leads to bigger problems, visibility has become the backbone of reliable logistics.Today’s freight environment moves faster than most teams can track. That’s why this issue dives into how Tive transforms tracking from passive status updates into real-time, actionable intelligence.We break down why traditional methods fall short, how smart tracking solves the visibility gap, and why leading brokers, carriers, and shippers are making Tive a non-negotiable part of their workflow. You’ll also hear from a real customer who’s using Tive to improve labor planning, strengthen SOPs, and eliminate surprises on high-value loads.If your operation is still relying on check calls, delayed ELD data, or crossed fingers, this edition shows exactly what you’re missing — and how Tive gives freight teams the control they need to prevent problems before they happen.

Ryan Suydam