Why DFW Food Distribution is So Hard (And How to Make it Easier)

It’s not  just you.

Arranging the transport of time and temperature sensitive food items in North Texas is really hard. But there’s good news. It can be easier.

Let’s chat about the important task that is food distribution in our region.

DFW Food Distribution Is Inherently Tough

Whether you’re a small business, baking special treats for someone’s special day, or a large scale restaurant supplier reaching across the Southwest region, DFW food distribution is tricky. But why? Let’s get the scoop.

• Federal and Local Regulations

The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), adopted in 2011, is aimed at utilizing federal regulations to ensure our food stays safe from the process of farm to table. That includes transportation. The FSMA includes training drivers, temperature control to maintain food stability, cross contamination prevention, and maintenance and cleanliness of equipment and vehicles.

That’s a lot to cover! If you’re interested, you can certainly read all about FSMA and how it relates to couriers. Or you can let our experts handle it. DFW food transportation, by law, is tough to handle, but our team is up to date and trained in both federal and local regulations.

• Temperature Control

You think keeping yourself cool during 100° summers is difficult, try keeping a truckload of frozen seafood safe! The second reason DFW food distribution is tough is because most of it requires temperature control. Even “shelf stable” items still need to maintain a reasonable temperature to avoid spoiling.

DFW food couriers have the vehicles and technology to keep your fresh, frozen, and ambient foods safe from start to finish. No matter the weather, our expertly maintained vehicles can keep your items at your specified temperature, temperatures, or range of temperatures. Even on out of town deliveries, where your cargo is on the truck for a long period of time, your items stay at the requested temperature.

• Multiple Delivery Stops

  DFW food distribution can also get pretty complicated thanks to all the stops. Many food distribution routes have dozens of stops all across the Metroplex. This is a time consuming task that requires a great GPS, a streamlined route, and drivers with endurance.

It should also be noted that these deliveries and drop offs aren’t always in convenient areas. Some are in residential locations, which can be a tight squeeze for a straight truck. Others are hundreds of miles away, which can be tough on a transit van. One way streets, early morning drop offs, downtown traffic, and construction are all barriers that make DFW food distribution more difficult for the average Joe- but not for Eagle Express. We have the right driver and the right vehicle for one or two stops on your food distribution route or one or two dozen.

DFW Food Transportation Specialists Make Food Distribution Easier

As indicated, DFW food distribution is a complex and difficult task, but a professional food transportation team makes the process infinitely easier! Food transportation specialists like the Eagle Express team are qualified to move your food distribution items for many reasons:

• Extensive Training

Our team undergoes extensive training in federal and local regulations, as well as training specific to the Eagle Express business model of honesty, integrity, and success in all we do. While you might not be up to date on your licensing and certification, we are. Transporting your DFW food distribution deliveries is what we train for.

• Longevity in the Industry

For nearly four decades, Eagle Express has perfected the practice of serving North Texans in all industries, including food distribution. It’s thanks to relationships with customers like you that we’ve had the blessing of longevity in this rapidly changing industry. At Eagle, we believe our customers are our family. And for family, you do what it takes to get the job done well. After forty years, we must be doing something right!

• 24/7 Availability

Food distribution is a 24/7 job, and so is food transportation. Eagle Express makes it easy on customers in the food industry because we’re here when they need us. In the middle of the night, on a holiday weekend, even during a freak snow storm, the Eagle Express team is there to deliver with care. A unique and customized food distribution plan is curated for each customer by a live member of our expert team of professionals. You won’t find a phone tree or robotic choice of numerics here! Just live, friendly Eagle Express five star service, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!

DFW food distribution is hard. But Eagle Express makes it easy.

With just one call to our team at 214-351-5777, you can have your time and temperature sensitive food items on the move in as little as 45 minutes. Contact us today to see how easy your food logistics can be with a partner like Eagle Express!