Tariff Tides: Navigating Trade Shifts and Freight Costs in 2025

In today’s global market, it can be challenging to determine how to respond to newly announced reciprocal tariffs. These recent developments follow separate tariffs on goods from countries such as Mexico, China, and Canada across several product categories.   THE MAIN QUESTION BUSINESSES ARE FACING? Should I act now or wait to see how things […]

The Strategic Advantages of Nearshoring for U.S. Businesses

In today’s dynamic global economy, businesses are continuously seeking ways to be more efficient, improve resilience, and reduce risk, especially considering the changing relationship between the United States and China in response to recent political updates. One approach that is gaining increasing attention is nearshoring—a strategic shift that offers a range of benefits, from cost […]

Navigating Tariff Policy Changes Under the Trump Administration

The global trade landscape is shifting once again as new tariff policies are introduced under the current Trump administration. These changes present significant challenges for shippers, manufacturers, and importers who must quickly adapt their supply chain strategies. However, with the right approach, businesses can mitigate risks and maintain operational efficiency. UNDERSTANDING THE IMPACT OF TARIFF […]

How an Electronics Manufacturer Streamlined Logistics with OpenRoad

A global leader in precision test equipment manufacturing was embarking on an ambitious new production initiative that required the movement of several million dollars’ worth of large capital equipment. In search of a reliable partner, the company was introduced to OpenRoad Global’s team. From the very first interaction, OpenRoad proved their value by delivering responsive, tailored support that immediately alleviated their logistics headaches.

OpenRoad Introduces, The Road: Global Freight Digest

OpenRoad introduces, The Road: Global Freight Digest, a monthly newsletter of curated insights to keep readers informed on the state of logistics.  OpenRoad is excited to announce the launch of our new newsletter, The Road: Global Freight Digest. This newsletter is designed to provide valuable insights and updates for our customers and anyone interested in the logistics […]

OpenRoad Surpasses 100,000 Shipments in a Record-Breaking Year

OpenRoad Ends 2024 with 102,564 Shipments* in a Record-Breaking Year As 2024 comes to a close, OpenRoad is proud to announce a monumental achievement: surpassing 100,000 shipments this year, the highest volume in our 20-year history. This milestone represents a remarkable 26% increase over last year and includes both domestic and global forwarding. Not only […]

OpenRoad Recognized For Leadership Their Employees Can Trust

Top Workplaces 2024: Celebrating Leadership Workers Can Trust Some days, when he’s particularly excited, Mark Weisensee will literally run from his house to his pickup so he can get to the OpenRoad Global offices in Dallas, Ore. more quickly. His wife, Liz, who co-founded the supply chain and logistics company with him in 2004, wonders why he’s […]

OpenRoad Global Ranks No. 2 on The Oregonian’s List of Top Midsize Employers

For the 3rd year in a row, OpenRoad Global is honored as a Top Workplace, Ranking No. 2 in Oregon and Southwestern Washington for Midsized Employers.  Dallas, Oregon, October 02, 2024 – OpenRoad has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2024 honor by Oregon Top Workplaces. This list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through […]

For the 5th Time, OpenRoad Global Makes the Inc. 5000

For the 5th Time, OpenRoad Global Makes the Inc. 5000, ranking No. 3983 in 2024 Among America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies, With Three-Year Revenue Growth of 114 Percent NEW YORK, August 13, 2024 – Inc. revealed today that OpenRoad Global ranks No. 3983 on the 2024 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies […]