As holiday spending and shipping demand surge, TQL’s logistic expertise has you covered
TQL’s expedited shipping, tracking and storage solutions help retailers stay a step aheadBy Shannon Russell
Key points:
- Shoppers are expected to spend $890 per person this winter holiday season.
- TQL provides flexible shipping solutions for peak holiday demand.
- Trust TQL to handle expedited shipments, tracking, storage and secure logistics with world-class customer service, 24/7/365.
A National Retail Federation (NRF) survey revealed that 91% of consumers plan to celebrate the winter holidays, and shoppers have budgeted an average of $890 for gifts, food, décor and other seasonal items.
The amount is the second highest in 23 years of NRF surveys, and it’s just 1.3% less than last year’s record of $901.99 per person.
To meet this surge in holiday spending, TQL offers the shipping solutions retailers need to stay ahead of demand. TQL’s customized services move holiday goods, food and beverages where they need to go, safely and on time.
Supply chain solutions for all
Shoppers have 29 days to shop between Thanksgiving and Christmas, which is on par with the annual average.
That’s where TQL comes in. Did you know we work directly with all 25 of the nation’s top retailers? Our comprehensive portfolio of logistics services and 110,000+ carrier network provides agile solutions for holiday shipping needs by aligning transportation modes and carriers.
By leveraging our mix of Full Truckload, Less Than Truckload and Partial Truckload services, shippers can diversify their logistics strategy, minimize risk and enhance efficiency. Our approach ensures flexibility, cost-effectiveness and the capacity to handle holiday season complexities with ease.
Support you can depend on
TQL provides reliable service when it matters most. Here’s how our logistics experts can help you stay prepared throughout winter holiday shopping:
- Expedited Shipments: Capacity and nimbleness are two attributes that allow us to keep freight moving. We move products quickly with our expedited logistics services and shipping solutions to get items out the door and onto shelves.
- 24/7/365 Availability: Access our world-class customer service, day or night.
- Comprehensive Shipment Tracking: Monitor shipments, manage documentation and pay with TQL TRAX, our web portal and mobile app designed to give visibility and flexibility on shipments.
- Temporary Storage Solutions: Store shipments on-site until transport. TQL’s network of carriers are equipped to drop their own trailers on-site if necessary, with access to dry vans and reefers for temperature-controlled storage.
- Continuous and Flexible Capacity: Gain exclusive access to a pool of 5,000 leased trailers and on-site storage at retail locations and distribution centers.
- Cargo Security: Our experienced Cargo Security team keeps freight safe through our industry-leading carrier vetting process, advanced technology and close collaboration with law enforcement nationwide.
Keep your holiday shipping smooth and stress-free. Contact your dedicated Logistics Account Executive or visit TQL.com.
