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Moving Industry Trends

Stay ahead of the curve with the latest trends shaping the moving industry—from technology adoption and customer expectations to workforce shifts and market dynamics.

Moving Industry Trends Report 2026: Technology, Labor, and the New Customer

Moving Industry Trends Report 2026: Technology, Labor, and the New Customer

The definitive 2026 moving industry trends report. Technology adoption, labor market shifts, evolving customer expectations, regulatory changes, and sustainability — everything shaping the moving industry right now.

Mar 26, 202614 min
Why Moving Companies Are Investing in Customer Experience

Why Moving Companies Are Investing in Customer Experience

The moving companies growing fastest in 2026 are not the cheapest — they are the ones delivering the best customer experience. Here is why CX has become the primary competitive battleground for movers.

Feb 23, 20267 min
Year in Review: 2025 Moving Industry Recap

Year in Review: 2025 Moving Industry Recap

2025 is wrapping up. Here is what happened in the moving industry this year — the trends that shaped the market, the challenges operators faced, and what it all means heading into 2026.

Dec 29, 20258 min
Software for Moving Companies: Why the Right Platform Changes Everything

Software for Moving Companies: Why the Right Platform Changes Everything

Discover why moving companies are investing in specialized software, what ROI to expect, and how the right platform transforms operations, customer experience, and profitability.

Dec 3, 20257 min
The State of Moving Technology Heading Into 2026

The State of Moving Technology Heading Into 2026

Where does moving technology stand at the end of 2025? From AI-powered quoting to digital bills of lading, here is what is working, what is hype, and what to expect in 2026.

Dec 1, 20258 min
The Impact of Housing Market Trends on Moving Companies

The Impact of Housing Market Trends on Moving Companies

Housing market shifts directly affect moving company revenue. Explore how interest rates, inventory levels, and migration patterns in 2025 are shaping demand for residential and long-distance moves.

Jun 16, 20258 min
The Growing Demand for Senior Relocation Services

The Growing Demand for Senior Relocation Services

Senior relocation is one of the fastest-growing segments in the moving industry. Here's why demand is surging and how moving companies can serve this market profitably.

May 5, 20258 min
How Technology is Transforming the Moving Industry

How Technology is Transforming the Moving Industry

The moving industry has always been a hard-nosed business, but in recent years, technology has ushered in a wave of profound...

Mar 31, 20254 min
The Biggest Moving Industry Trends of 2024

The Biggest Moving Industry Trends of 2024

A look back at the trends that shaped the moving industry in 2024, from AI adoption and labor challenges to regulatory changes and shifting consumer expectations.

Dec 9, 20248 min
The Environmental Impact of the Moving Industry

The Environmental Impact of the Moving Industry

The moving industry generates significant fuel emissions and packing waste. Here's what the data says and what sustainable practices forward-thinking movers are adopting.

Apr 1, 20247 min
Moving Industry Predictions for 2024

Moving Industry Predictions for 2024

What's ahead for the moving industry in 2024? From AI adoption and labor shortages to shifting housing trends, here are the predictions that matter most for movers.

Jan 8, 20248 min
The Year in Review: Moving Industry Highlights of 2023

The Year in Review: Moving Industry Highlights of 2023

A look back at the major trends, challenges, and shifts that defined the moving industry in 2023, from migration patterns to technology adoption.

Dec 18, 20238 min
What Millennials Expect When Hiring a Moving Company

What Millennials Expect When Hiring a Moving Company

How millennial consumers are reshaping moving company expectations around digital experience, price transparency, sustainability, and communication.

Aug 7, 20237 min
The Rise of Remote Work and What It Means for Movers

The Rise of Remote Work and What It Means for Movers

How remote work trends are reshaping migration patterns, creating new moving demand, and changing the types of moves companies handle.

May 10, 20237 min
The State of Moving Technology in 2022

The State of Moving Technology in 2022

An overview of moving industry technology adoption in 2022 — CRM usage, digital BOLs, online quoting, customer portals, and where the industry is headed.

Nov 30, 20228 min
Why Customer Communication Is the #1 Differentiator for Movers

Why Customer Communication Is the #1 Differentiator for Movers

How proactive customer communication separates top-performing moving companies from the pack — and practical ways to improve it without adding headcount.

Mar 8, 20227 min
Looking Back on 2021: Biggest Changes in the Moving Industry

Looking Back on 2021: Biggest Changes in the Moving Industry

2021 brought labor shortages, rising fuel costs, and accelerated tech adoption to the moving industry. Here's a look back at the year's biggest changes.

Dec 28, 20218 min
The 2021 Moving Industry Outlook: What the Data Tells Us

The 2021 Moving Industry Outlook: What the Data Tells Us

The 2021 moving industry is shaped by post-COVID migration, a housing boom, and labor shortages. Here's what the data tells us about the year ahead for movers.

Jun 14, 20218 min
Urban Exodus: How Remote Work Is Driving a Moving Boom

Urban Exodus: How Remote Work Is Driving a Moving Boom

Remote work is fueling a wave of city-to-suburb moves in 2020. Data on migration patterns, pricing shifts, and what this means for moving companies.

Sep 5, 20206 min
Contactless Moving: The New Normal for Movers

Contactless Moving: The New Normal for Movers

How contactless moving operations — virtual surveys, digital signatures, and touchless payments — are becoming the permanent standard for professional movers.

Jun 12, 20207 min
Navigating the World of Reviews as a Trusted Moving Company

Navigating the World of Reviews as a Trusted Moving Company

In an age where Yelping, Googling and reviewing hastily sweeps across the internet, it can be tricky to reassure potential customers that...

Apr 28, 20202 min
3 Reasons Why Going Paperless Will Greatly Benefit Your Moving Company

3 Reasons Why Going Paperless Will Greatly Benefit Your Moving Company

In an effort to more efficiently manage their business, major corporations around the world are switching to paperless solutions and...

Apr 13, 20202 min
How COVID-19 Is Reshaping the Moving Industry

How COVID-19 Is Reshaping the Moving Industry

The COVID-19 pandemic is transforming how moving companies operate. From contactless estimates to shifting demand patterns, here's what's changing.

Mar 20, 20206 min
What Customers Really Want From Their Moving Company

What Customers Really Want From Their Moving Company

Survey data and industry research reveal what moving customers actually prioritize — and it's not always the lowest price. Trust, communication, and transparency top the list.

Dec 10, 20197 min
What Millennials Expect from Their Moving Experience

What Millennials Expect from Their Moving Experience

How millennial customers are reshaping expectations for moving companies — digital booking, real-time tracking, transparent pricing, and self-service tools.

Jul 15, 20195 min
The Moving Industry by the Numbers: 2019 Trends

The Moving Industry by the Numbers: 2019 Trends

A data-driven look at 2019 moving industry trends — interstate volume, revenue benchmarks, top migration corridors, and what the numbers mean for your business.

May 5, 20196 min
What Movers Can Learn From the Amazon Delivery Experience

What Movers Can Learn From the Amazon Delivery Experience

Amazon has fundamentally reset customer expectations for delivery, tracking, and communication. Here's what the moving industry can borrow from their playbook.

Oct 30, 20187 min
Why Customer Portals Are the Next Big Thing for Movers

Why Customer Portals Are the Next Big Thing for Movers

How customer self-service portals are reshaping expectations in the moving industry — what customers want, what portals deliver, and why movers who adopt early gain a lasting edge.

Oct 25, 20185 min
The Rise of Online Booking in the Moving Industry

The Rise of Online Booking in the Moving Industry

Online booking is transforming the moving industry as consumers expect the same digital convenience they get from hotels, airlines, and ride-sharing apps.

Mar 5, 20187 min
The State of the Moving Industry in 2016: Key Trends

The State of the Moving Industry in 2016: Key Trends

A look at the major forces shaping the moving industry in 2016 — from FMCSA regulatory changes and shifting customer expectations to early technology adoption among carriers.

Nov 20, 20165 min