Category: Rail Education

Introduction to Railcar Types

Rail Education

Rail freight transportation plays a crucial role in the supply chain of North America, allowing …

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Meet the Author: Matt Culver
Matt Culver is the Senior Marketing Specialist at RSI Logistics where he is responsible for managing RSI’s marketing, developing digital channels, and implementing strategies to push RSI's brand and rail solutions to the next level. On a mission to tell everyone about RSI, he is focused on implementing best practices and the fundamentals of marketing. His experience and knowledge have allowed him to focus on the growth of RSI's digital marketing and customer journey. Matt holds a Bachelor of Digital Marketing and Advertising and is a member of the American Marketing Association.
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Unlocking the Benefits of Rail Shipping

Rail Education

In today’s global marketplace, efficient and reliable logistics solutions are vital for you to succeed. …

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Meet the Author: Matt Culver
Matt Culver is the Senior Marketing Specialist at RSI Logistics where he is responsible for managing RSI’s marketing, developing digital channels, and implementing strategies to push RSI's brand and rail solutions to the next level. On a mission to tell everyone about RSI, he is focused on implementing best practices and the fundamentals of marketing. His experience and knowledge have allowed him to focus on the growth of RSI's digital marketing and customer journey. Matt holds a Bachelor of Digital Marketing and Advertising and is a member of the American Marketing Association.
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Ask an Expert – 6 Answers to Your Questions About Rail Logistics

Rail Education, Rail Rates and Logistics

In this blog post, we’ll be answering six common questions that shippers and logistics professionals …

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Meet the Author: Adam Anderson
As the Director of Business Development at RSI Logistics, Adam Anderson oversees the efforts of sales, marketing, and client relationships. Adam applies his experience in the rail transportation industry to craft creative solutions that are tailored to challenges. With more than 10 years of rail industry and RSI Logistics experience, Adam’s passion for leading teams, executing projects, and continuous improvement efforts foster meaningful, long-lasting relationships with clients.
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5 Clichés About Rail Logistics You Should Avoid

Rail Education, Rail Data and Insights, Rail Rates and Logistics, Rail Transloading and Bulk Terminals

Rail logistics is a critical part of the global transportation industry, connecting people and goods …

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Meet the Author: Matt Culver
Matt Culver is the Senior Marketing Specialist at RSI Logistics where he is responsible for managing RSI’s marketing, developing digital channels, and implementing strategies to push RSI's brand and rail solutions to the next level. On a mission to tell everyone about RSI, he is focused on implementing best practices and the fundamentals of marketing. His experience and knowledge have allowed him to focus on the growth of RSI's digital marketing and customer journey. Matt holds a Bachelor of Digital Marketing and Advertising and is a member of the American Marketing Association.
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How to Prepare for Winter as a Rail Shipper

Rail Education, Rail Rates and Logistics

Inclement weather will challenge all rail freight customers at some point. Hurricanes, tornadoes, fires, and …

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Meet the Author: Mitch Haney
Mitch is the SaaS Client Success Manager at RSI Logistics, dedicated to the satisfaction of RSI’s broad customer base as he works to develop each relationship as a trusted advisor with every client. Prior to his current role, he spent over eight years at RSI within the Client Service department. His knowledge, along with close client relationships, allows him to understand and anticipate needs and offer training or additional services that add value for every client.
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What is Rail Shipping Demurrage and How to Dispute It

Rail Education, Rail Rates and Logistics

Railroad demurrage is a charge that compensates the rail carriers when railcars are held in …
Meet the Author: Erica DePond
Erica DePond began her career at RSI Logistics in 1994. Having over 20 years’ experience in the rail industry combined with ground up, hands on growth at RSI has catapulted her into her role today as Client Logistics Manager. Erica’s expertise provides innovative rail-centric services and solutions that bring high level performing results to the organizations that RSI serves. Her many years in the industry have positioned her for leadership and mentoring with the staff at RSI Logistics.
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How to Prepare Your Rail Supply Chain for Hurricanes

Rail Education, Industry News

In August of 2021, Hurricane Ida hit New Orleans, a major rail shipping hub. The …
Meet the Author: Ethan Folger
Ethan Folger joined RSI Logistics after graduating from Michigan State University (MSU) with a major in Economics and a minor in Quantitative Data Analytics. He works as a Data Analyst and assists RSI’s logistics department with missing rail car sightings and other special projects. During his time at MSU Ethan studied natural disasters and their effect on the economy.

What is an Embargo and How Can You Prepare for Them?

Rail Education, Industry News

Have you ever been to the grocery store and noticed the check-out lines just keep …
Meet the Author: Karey Miller
As an Account Manager, Karey is a lead point of contact for client relations and strengthening partnerships through collaborative solutions. Her experience and education have strengthened her skills to make sense of diverse projects and scenarios. Karey uses her listening skills and strategic perspective to expose opportunities for improvement. She is passionate about organizing ideas into action, representing information in useful ways, and streamlining effective results for her partnerships.
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