Must Arrive By Date (MABD) shipping has become a cornerstone for retailers and supply chains alike. Born out of the need for efficiency and precision, MABD's mandate that freight must be delivered within highly specific date and time windows. There are strict penalties for non-compliance, presenting challenges for shippers. Understanding and navigating these requirements is essential for those involved in the movement of goods.

Host Samantha Jones of SJ Consulting, is joined by Greg Plemmons, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer and Chris Kelley, Senior Vice President of Operations at Old Dominion Freight Line to discuss best practices for shippers and carriers to ensure scorecard compliance.

Key Takeaways:

· What is Must Arrive By Date (MABD), and are requirements different from LTL shipments? [2:10]

· How can carriers ensure external challenges do not inhibit MABD shipments? [11:05]

· Scorecards and penalties prompt shippers to engage with trusted partners. [13:28]

· Identifying which shipments require an MABD level of attention. [20:55]

Shareables:

· "Make digital connections with your carrier to streamline the flow of communication." — Greg Plemmons, COO, ODFL

· "As the economy picks back up, warehouse space at the DC's will get more constrained and that will continue to push more MABD." — Greg Plemmons, COO, ODFL

· "We have conversations with customers every day about the improvement in their scorecards after signing on with our MABD program." — Chris Kelley, Senior Vice President of Operations, ODFL

· "It's important for these retailers to be careful with what type of inventory they are holding, and how fast they are turning products." — Samantha Jones, Host of Cargo Shorts Podcast, ODFL

· "Communicate with your carrier early and often and we will do the same." — Greg Plemmons, COO, ODFL

· "It's more critical than ever to get the product out there." — Chris Kelley, Senior Vice President of Operations, ODFL

Resources:

· Connect with Samantha Jones

· Learn about OD's MABD services

· OD Outlook

· ODFL.com

· Cargo Shorts podcast

· Shippers can direct freight-related questions to marketing@ODFL.com.