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3PL, Freight Forwarders, Technology
10 Tips | Managing Inbound Freight
Inbound freight can be a challenge to analyze or control, but it significantly impacts operational and cost results. Traverse this ‘final frontier’ of supply chain management by collaborating on these strategies, across departments.
Freight Forwarders, Transportation Management, Transportation
Is the Future of Freight Transportation Underground?
Switzerland digs into an ambitious initiative: a vast underground network of tunnels transporting cargo.
Intermodal, Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain
Intermodal's High Five
Full-year results for intermodal freight are the strongest in five years, finds the Intermodal Association of North America's (IANA) Q4 and year-end Intermodal Market Trends & Statistics report.
Freight Forwarders, Logistics, Supply Chain
Leverage Your Freight Forwarder to Boost Your Compliance Program
Consider the following four core elements when assessing and establishing your freight forwarder partnership in order to boost your internal compliance program.
Freight Forwarders, Logistics, Supply Chain
Can Forwarders Survive an App Attack?
With rumors that Uber and Amazon may be about to launch their own global freight brokerage businesses, traditional forwarders and brokers are understandably nervous. But the British International Freight Association (BIFA) reacts to current speculation by underlining "the vastly challenging and circuitous landscape" that forwarders and brokers operate in daily.
Mexico, Global Logistics, Freight Forwarders, Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Transportation
Global Logistics—February 2017
Mexican border wall becomes issue in trade negotiations, e-commerce companies making headway in logistics services marketplace, Agility Emerging Markets Index shows bleak future for free trade.
Careers, Panama Canal, Retail Logistics, Global Logistics, Freight Forwarders, Ocean, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Transportation
Tim Thoma Brings It In
Tim Thoma, international logistics and compliance manager at Northern Tool and Equipment, is responsible for moving product purchased from overseas.
Air Cargo, 3PL, Global Economy, China, Freight Forwarders, Third-Party Logistics, Ocean, Transportation
Seven Tips for Finding the Right Chinese Partner
Use these seven tips to find a partner in China that is right for your company.
3PL, Global Economy, Customer Service, Freight Forwarders, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Technology
The Kings of ACE
When it came time to face the ACE, HW St. John bet on an automated solution that streamlines processes and deals customers a winning hand.
Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Management
How to Determine Whether Your Freight Broker Is Legitimate
Don’t risk entrusting your shipments to a fraudulent freight broker. Check broker credentials to protect your goods.
Freight Forwarders, Partnership, Transportation Management, Trucking, Transportation
Brokers Are Commoditizing LTL Carriers... And That’s a Good Thing
Shippers and trucking brokers must understand the differences among the service levels carriers offer.
Finance, Freight Forwarders, Transportation Management, Transportation
Inbound Freight Management: 5 Roadblocks (and How to Get Around Them)
Shipping freight plays a vital role in supply chain management, yet many shippers neglect to take control of their inbound shipments. Industry experts offer strategies for overcoming five common obstacles to successful inbound freight management.
Ocean Freight Carriers Weather Rough Seas
The demands of volatile markets and structural changes taking place in the ocean freight sector make strong shipper/carrier partnerships beneficial to both parties.
Shipper’s Choice: One Freight Forwarder or Many?
Shippers should consider the advantages of placing their supply chain needs in the hands of a single freight forwarder or multiple agents, writes Julian Keeling, Consolidators International Inc.
Freight Forwarders, Partnership
You’re in Charge: Selecting and Managing Freight Forwarders
Effectively managing your freight forwarders helps improve supply chain compliance.
Air Cargo, 3PL, Global Logistics, Freight Forwarders, Transportation Management, Supply Chain Management
Freight Forwarders: The Vital Link in Logistics Communication
A professional freight forwarder that represents the interests of all supply chain participants can serve as the missing link in supply chain communication.
Import, Cross-border Trade, Freight Forwarders
Tips for Shipping Across the Mexico Border
A checklist of five critical questions to ask before booking your next cross-border load.
Employee to Entrepreneur: Transitioning to Freight Agency Ownership
Leaving a job to start a company is a high-risk/high-reward decision. For those transportation and logistics professionals who have been toying with the idea of entrepreneurship, there are some points to take into consideration to help make the right choices.
Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain, Technology
Digital Forwarders Gain Traction
Digital forwarding platforms are rapidly gaining traction in a global forwarding market characterized by uneven change.
Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain, Transportation
SAP Requests an Uber
With a goal to modernize freight transportation through intelligent process automation and better access to a network of connected and reliable drivers, SAP SE and Uber Freight have teamed up.
Big Data, Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain
How Freight Agents Can Utilize Data To Grow Their Businesses - Landstar
Freight agents rely on technology to maintain the daily operations of their businesses. But how are they using data gathered from technology to drive growth?
Air Cargo, Freight Forwarders, Transportation
Keeping Air Cargo Safe
A few tips for keeping your air cargo safe during large freight shipments.
Freight Forwarders, Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain
No-show Fine Could Cause Nightmares for Freight Forwarders
Global Economy, Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain
Disruptions in Today's Economy: How Can Supply Chains Prepare?
How can we better prepare to minimize the risks that disruptions present and mitigate their impact? Here’s how to build a more flexible and agile supply chain.
Freight Forwarders, Trucking, Transportation
Atlanta Hits the Spot
Atlanta, Georgia, is the easiest market to find spot truckload van freight in 2019, according to a DAT Solutions report. Take a look at the top 10 markets for outbound truckload freight by equipment type.
Freight Forwarders, Retail, Technology
I Like Big-Box and I Cannot Lie
Almost half of all small to mid-sized businesses decision-makers estimate an increase in shipping spend, and big-box retailers are influencing their strategy.
Mexico, Project Logistics, Freight Forwarders
The Show Must Go On
Leaning on 30 years of experience shipping in Mexico, CFI delivered concert equipment for a well-known pop music group tour in North America.
Freight Forwarders, Logistics, Supply Chain
Customs Broker vs. Freight Forwarder: Use a Customs Broker for Added Compliance - A.N. Deringer
Using one qualified company for Customs brokerage and freight forwarding reduces the logistical work on the customer’s end, while also making it easier to deliver Customs compliance and an optimal experience from pick-up to delivery.
Freight Forwarders, Ocean, Supply Chain, Transportation
Forming an Alliance with Ocean Shipping
In early 2017, major ocean cargo carriers further consolidated from four alliances to three that dominate global trade. Because this change impacts shippers in a number of ways that include lanes and ports of call, it’s important to know how best to work with them to minimize risks. Experts share best practices that will help.
Import, Export, Freight Forwarders, Risk Management, Supply Chain
Commentary: Mitigating Supply Chain Risk
Make sure issues that can disrupt your supply chain are limited and infrequent. Here are several predictable and unpredictable risks that you should plan for:
Air Cargo, Freight Forwarders, Logistics, Logistics I.T.
PROJECT RUNWAY: Airfreight Forwarders Model New Service Collections
Many traditional airfreight forwarders are remaining relevant by enhancing their online capabilities and expanding the range of supply chain services they offer.
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