Whether a shipper is considering incorporating intermodal transportation into its supply chain for the first time or is already using intermodal, finding the right provider is more than half the battle. Yes, cost, capacity and service must be key considerations, but they’re not the only factors that spell success. One strategic element often overlooked in the selection process is whether they are an asset-based versus a non-asset-based provider. Owned assets present reliability that is hard to come by from a non-asset-based provider, keeping day-to-day operations from being derailed.