We Are Thankful for Every Mile

Thanksgiving is one of the busiest times of the year for families and for the freight industry. While loved ones gather around a full table, millions of shipments are moving quietly behind the scenes to make that moment possible. From cranberries to centerpieces, every product depends on a reliable logistics system. For companies like Last Mile Logistics, a trusted non-asset-based carrier, this is not just a peak in deliveries; it is a meaningful time to appreciate the people and partnerships that make holiday season delivery possible.

Thanksgiving and the Freight Behind It

Each year, the U.S. transportation network delivers not just travelers to their destinations but the goods that fill every grocery aisle before Thanksgiving as well. According to the American Trucking Associations, trucks transport more than 72 percent of all freight in the United States, and during November, this volume increases. The turkey supply for Thanksgiving, along with vegetables, desserts, and packaging, becomes a national logistics challenge.

This period marks the peak shipping season, when transportation demand stretches every link of the turkey supply chain and every warehouse slot is filled to capacity. Retailers, distributors, and food producers depend on carriers that can adapt quickly, coordinate complex routes, and prevent costly losses.

For a non-asset-based carrier, flexibility is the greatest strength. Unlike asset-based carriers that rely on their own fleet, non-asset-based providers can select from an extensive network of approved carriers and partners to find the most efficient and secure options for every shipment. That agility is essential when managing holiday logistics, where timing, temperature control, and product integrity must align perfectly.

What Affects Supply During Peak Season

The weeks leading up to Thanksgiving bring unique pressures to the supply chain. Bad weather, limited truck capacity, and high consumer demand can easily disrupt schedules. Yet, for businesses that prepare early and partner with experienced logistics providers, these challenges are manageable.

A major factor in what affects supply is the balance between production and distribution. When consumer demand spikes suddenly, such as for turkeys or baking ingredients, carriers must act fast to move goods from suppliers to retailers without delay. In this environment, loss prevention expertise becomes a competitive advantage.

At Last Mile Logistics, our team works proactively to minimize risks across every stage of transportation. Through real-time shipment tracking, temperature monitoring, and secure handling procedures, we help ensure that products maintain their quality from origin to final delivery. Food spoilage, delays, and product damage are common concerns during peak season shipping, but our proactive approach helps customers avoid these losses while protecting their reputation and bottom line.

The Non-Asset-Based Advantage

Our non-asset-based transportation model allows us to focus entirely on service, technology, and relationships rather than fleet ownership. This model provides us with the flexibility to match every shipment with the best carrier, route, and delivery method available, which is especially crucial during this holiday season when capacity is tight and timing is everything.

Because we work closely with a broad network of reliable partners, we can scale operations up or down as needed. Whether a client requires full truckloads, white-glove services, or last-mile delivery, we can quickly identify the right provider. This adaptability helps reduce lead times, prevent stockouts, and ensure that holiday products reach their destinations before shelves run empty.

Loss prevention is another cornerstone of our service. We invest in monitoring systems that provide visibility at every stage, so our clients know exactly where their shipments are and when they will arrive. In addition, our partnerships are built on performance and reliability metrics, ensuring that every carrier in our network meets high standards of safety and compliance.

By combining data-driven decision-making with human expertise, we maintain consistent performance even during the most demanding shipping windows.

People First, Always

While logistics is a business built on efficiency and technology, Thanksgiving reminds us that it is ultimately about people. The drivers who cover long miles to deliver food and essentials. The dispatchers who work through the night to adjust routes. The warehouse teams that keep every order moving. And the customers who trust us with their products year after year.

At Last Mile Logistics, we are thankful for every partnership and every person who contributes to the process. The spirit of Thanksgiving lives in the collaboration that keeps goods flowing smoothly across the country. When families sit down to dinner, there is a good chance that at least one ingredient, package, or piece of décor was delivered through our network. That is a responsibility we take seriously and a privilege we never take for granted.

Looking Ahead to the Holiday Season

As we move deeper into the holiday season delivery, our focus remains on reliability, transparency, and partnership. This time of year is about more than moving freight; it is about helping businesses meet consumer expectations without compromise.

Through strategic planning and advanced visibility tools, we help our clients manage holiday logistics efficiently, controlling costs and minimizing disruptions. Our approach ensures that products arrive on time, intact, and ready for store shelves.

The turkey supply chain and other seasonal operations may experience pressures during November, but with preparation, collaboration, and expertise, the season can be both productive and meaningful.

A Thanksgiving Message

This Thanksgiving, we extend our deepest gratitude to our partners, clients, and teams across the nation. Your trust drives us to perform better every day and to deliver excellence with every shipment.

From all of us at Last Mile Logistics, thank you for letting us be part of your success story. As we move through the peak shipping season, we will continue to uphold the same dedication that keeps every Thanksgiving table full and every business running strong.

Happy Thanksgiving from our team to yours: may your holiday be safe, warm, and full of gratitude.