RTS Working with WeatherOptics for Increased Weather Visibility for Transportation Management

CINCINNATI, OH, APRIL 11, 2023 – Reliable Transportation Solutions (RTS), a Cincinnati-based third-party logistics company, recently partnered with WeatherOptics, a leading weather intelligence platform, with the aim of improving weather visibility for their transportation management. By utilizing WeatherOptics’ technology, RTS hopes to provide excellent customer service even in the face of disruptive weather events. RTS, which was founded in 2006, is accustomed to overcoming challenges in a fast-paced and [...]

RTS Working with WeatherOptics for Increased Weather Visibility for Transportation Management2023-04-11T10:23:37-04:00

Down the Road from RTS: John Rankin House

Photo: Rdikeman at the English Language Wikipedia. Happy Black History Month! In this period of reflection, we’re fortunate not to have to travel far to learn about an important part of our country’s past. The John Rankin House, described on Ohiohistory.org as one of the most active Underground Railroad “stations” in the state, was the home of the abolitionist and minister John Rankin, and is just under 20 [...]

Down the Road from RTS: John Rankin House2021-02-16T11:18:39-05:00

Heroes of the Logistics Industry: Frederick McKinley Jones

Photo: United States Department of Agriculture We at RTS arrange for the transportation of many goods every single day, and among those goods are often items that require refrigeration. Thankfully, with the correct equipment and plenty of diligence, we’re able to make sure that these goods are kept at the right temperature throughout their journey—no matter how many miles they have to go. But where did that equipment [...]

Heroes of the Logistics Industry: Frederick McKinley Jones2021-02-22T09:57:35-05:00

RTS C Suite’s Professional Development Book Recommendations

February in Ohio is often cold and gray—perfect weather for staying indoors and reading. Which is why CEO Lucas Brown and COO Ben Bird wanted to recommend a few of their favorite professional development books to get you through this chilly, dismal month. Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, by Dr. Carol S. Dweck. This pick is actually around five years old now, but age has not diminished its impact. [...]

RTS C Suite’s Professional Development Book Recommendations2021-02-16T11:18:59-05:00

Two Bridge Closures in Cincinnati Could Impact Logistics In the Coming Days

Due to an accident between two semis on Wednesday morning, the Brent Spence Bridge connecting downtown Cincinnati with Covington, Kentucky is closed in both directions.  As Cameron Knight, Jeanne Houck, and Madeline Mitchell of The Cincinnati Enquirer explained, the accident, in which a truck carrying potassium hydroxide collided with a jackknifed truck, caused a fire that lasted for two hours and burned as hot as 1,500 degrees. The fire resulted [...]

Two Bridge Closures in Cincinnati Could Impact Logistics In the Coming Days2021-02-16T11:19:16-05:00

Tourist Spots for Truckers to Visit in 2020 Without the Crowds

It’s a very difficult time to be an essential worker—which is why we have an even greater appreciation for truckers than ever before. But at least, if you’re going to have to be traveling across the country for your job anyway, you might as well see a few tourist spots while no one else can. Here are some great sights that’ll be minus the crowds this year! [...]

Tourist Spots for Truckers to Visit in 2020 Without the Crowds2021-02-16T11:19:38-05:00

Four Stretches to Do After the Long Haul

Although sitting behind the wheel all day does give you the opportunity to admire long stretches of stunning landscapes, it doesn’t really allow you to get in any stretches of your own. But being in the same position for extended periods of time can be bad for both your muscles and your posture, so it’s important that you stretch out after your long haul. Fortunately, trainer John Pimenidis of [...]

Four Stretches to Do After the Long Haul2021-02-16T11:19:50-05:00

Useful Apps and Resources for Truck Drivers

Pilot Flying J. In addition to helping you locate the best Pilots and Flying J’s on your route, it also allows you to reserve showers and parking spots, cash in on exclusive food offers, and start fueling without leaving the truck. And in recognition of truck drivers, they’re offering free drinks every day in September directly from the app. Camscanner. Although this app doesn’t come with exciting deals on [...]

Useful Apps and Resources for Truck Drivers2024-05-06T15:50:00-04:00

How Shippers can Prepare for Fall and the PSL (Peak Season of Logistics)

The start of fall always makes us think of the PSL, and in this case, unlike most people out there, we’re not talking about a certain creamy coffee beverage. We’re talking about the peak season of logistics, which comes to us each year in conjunction with colorful leaves and sweatshirt weather. As fall approaches, we’re hit with the realization that Thanksgiving and Christmas are not all that far away. [...]

How Shippers can Prepare for Fall and the PSL (Peak Season of Logistics)2024-05-06T15:50:48-04:00

RTS Announces New Web-Based Portal, rtMs

CINCINNATI, OH, July 20th, 2020— Reliable Transportation Solutions (RTS), a 3PL based in Cincinnati, Ohio, recently launched a fully web-based version of rtMs, their proprietary supply chain management software. RTS, unique in the industry for having their own software development team, has long been focused on finding innovative technological solutions for both their customers and carriers. The portal, which functions on all devices, enables customers to view the status of [...]

RTS Announces New Web-Based Portal, rtMs2021-02-16T11:20:19-05:00