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Thousands of logistics professionals gathered to tackle rising costs and persistent disruption, and the consensus was clear. What actually separates resilient supply chains from reactive ones is whether visibility and tracking connects across the entire operation or stays locked in silos.
Volatility is permeating the supply chain. Shippers navigating today’s tightening truckload environment are turning to spot pricing and Amazon Freight is here to help.
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webinar on April 29, 2026, at 9 a.m. PST | 11 a.m. CST | 12 p.m. EST to help you optimize your inbound shipping strategy.
In an industry where “Where’s my freight?” remains one of the most common questions shippers ask, Amazon Freight has turned transparency into a defining characteristic. That commitment hasn’t gone unnoticed.
Picture this: a shipper calls on a Thursday afternoon with an urgent load that needs to move Friday morning. No excuses, just capacity when it counts. At Amazon Freight, we’ve built our business around making that scenario routine rather than remarkable.
Before shifting gears into 2026, we’re looking back. In this 2025 recap, you’ll learn how we helped our customers improve load visibility with smart trailers, cut costs through consolidation, and streamline planning with predictive technology.
Shipper tips
Slow seasons can vary depending on the type of products you ship, but, for many, demand drops after the holiday rush. Here are some tips for strategically using slowdowns, whether in your yard, warehouse, or office.
“Don’t ship air.” That’s the first piece of advice Adam Bartell, operations manager at Intelligent Blends, gives to new shippers looking to optimize trailer space. We sat down with him to learn more about his strategy and what other shippers can learn.
The ghosts may be out this week for Halloween, but the last thing you want is a surprise in your trailer. Here are some of the things we’ve seen shippers do and guidance on how to remedy them.
As a shipper, you probably feel like the words “reliable” and “freight” go hand-in-hand. If you use freight to move your goods, it has to be reliable. But what does “reliable” even mean?
Finding the right carrier is a prime example of “choice overload” that burdens the buyer with so many options the result can be indecision. Enter freight brokers. They can help help streamline the process so you make the right decision.
Navigating industry jargon can feel like you’re trying to crack a secret code and leave your head spinning. We’re back to share more terms you’ll hear when shipping goods.
Customer stories
Four years ago, Dr. Squatch needed a freight solution that could keep pace with its expanding e-commerce operations and integrate seamlessly with their Amazon fulfillment operations. That’s when they turned to Amazon Freight.
When people want their coffee, they usually want it now. That’s the challenge Intelligent Blends faces each week. That means their freight provider has to be on point, says Adam Bartell, their manager of operations.
If you’re exploring freight options, chances are Amazon Freight has crossed your radar. But what do shippers actually think about Amazon Freight? Here is what real customers have to say.
If you work in logistics at a company that sells water bottles, there’s no humor when your operations experience a “bottleneck.” Such backups send kinks throughout the supply chain. That’s what Joel McAllister of
HydroJug faced on a weekly basis before they started using Amazon Freight.
When you work in the world of logistics, some days are filled with chaos and uncertainty. Hanna Xu is familiar with those type of days as a project manager for JW Fulfillment. With Amazon Freight, she’s found a provider that is a sense of calm in the storm.
Bryan Cuevas, CEO of C Group Logistics, knows the feeling of watching a trailer leave his yard. “You need confidence it’s going to get where it needs to be.”
People
Meet Bobby Bailey, an Amazon Freight Dedicated Transportation Consultant who helps his customers’ freight orders get to their destination as planned, while also looking around corners to help solve customer pain points.
At Amazon Freight, we believe in the power of people to drive innovation and excellence in customer service. Today, we’re excited to introduce you to Tamika Durham, a Program Manager for Service Excellence. Her role is crucial in shaping our customer-centric approach.
As the General Manager of Amazon Freight, Ari Silkey oversees the Amazon Freight business that leverages the Amazon network and technology to enable external businesses to tap into them. We sat down with him to get his thoughts on his vision for the organization.
Meet Brent Kreider from Amazon Freight. He works closely with some of the biggest companies in the world to optimize their shipping and tap into Amazon’s network.
Colleen Crewe works closely with some of the biggest companies in the world to optimize their shipping and tap into Amazon’s freight network.
Meet Amazon Freight’s Chidi Onwuka, a pricing expert, who shares his experience in the field and insights into what impacts freight rates and how he works with shippers.