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The freight industry is in a race toward efficiency, driven by new technology and AI. This push is necessary, it streamlines data and tightens the supply chain. But for specialized, high-stakes niches like cold-chain produce, technology only serves a higher purpose: it creates time for people to provide genuine, relationship-first service . As our co-founder, Jason McArthur, recently discussed on FreightWaves, our model at Lone Cypress Logistics is designed to use the power o

Sustainable growth requires replacing chaotic improvisation with engineered architecture.

In the fresh produce supply chain, "On-Time, In-Full" (OTIF) is the ultimate metric. But "In-Full" means more than just showing up with the right case count. It means delivering the product in the exact condition the shipper intended, preserving the quality, freshness, and shelf life for the end customer. This is where most of the industry fails, and the cost is staggering. Part 1: The $1 Trillion Problem & The Cascade of Costs We are just one brokerage that moves produce, bu

How did Lone Cypress Logistics streamline its complex cold-chain operations? Founder Jason McArthur shares insights from our Descartes Aljex & MacroPoint implementation, detailing gains in efficiency, visibility, and scalability. Learn how the right tech empowers better service.

Commodity broker or cold-chain partner? Founder Jason McArthur tells Chris Jolly why the "shipper's mindset" is key. Learn how leveraging shipper-side experience leads to proactive "white glove service"—planning loads, sequencing drops, and fixing issues before they start. Discover why expertise, not just bids, wins in today’s market.

Protecting a $100k produce load requires extreme discipline. Partner Brian Leadingham joins Levi Van Pay to reveal Lone Cypress Logistics' cold-chain risk tactics: overcoming the "Factoring Wall," multi-layer carrier vetting (Tech + Test Load + Gut Check), niche customer assessment (Blue Book), and embracing strategic losses to protect relationships.

How did Lone Cypress Logistics scale from 2 to 11 people? Founder Jason McArthur joined Danielle Spinelli to share the 5 pillars: Build on trust, master cash flow (ask for Net 15!), treat carriers like partners, earn growth by nailing complex freight, and scale people strategically (hire assistants first!). Learn the disciplined model.

Learn the complete blueprint Lone Cypress Logistics used to scale sustainably. This definitive guide covers mastering cash flow, building carrier partnerships, winning a niche through expertise, scaling people and processes intentionally, and evolving from a founder-led operation to an enduring brand. Essential reading for building a brokerage that lasts.