Reduce Freight Transportation Costs with Intermodal Service
Over-the-road trucking has had its challenges in recent years, thanks to driver shortages, HOS regulations, rising fuel costs, and capacity shortages. During that time, railroads have been improving tracks and facilities, as well as service offerings, to meet shippers’ needs. This paper addresses the misperceptions of intermodal service and provides tips to get the most […]
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Pool Distribution: Shippers of Temperature-Controlled Freight Collaborate to Save
Shippers of temperature-controlled freight, particularly those that ship smaller orders, continue to rely on national less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers for deliveries across the United States. Instead, they should consider a pool distribution strategy that consolidates freight with like shippers, and delivers it in truckload volumes directly to key markets — no stops — for fi nal-mile […]
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Benefits of Supply Chain Services in Northern CA: Stockton on the Rise
Warehousing and distribution in Northern CA was historically centered in the East Bay area. Many are turning inland to Stockton for their supply chain needs. If you are responsible for the storage and distribution of food and beverage or consumer goods products, this paper serves as a primer on the Stockton market and the benefits […]
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How to Reduce Chargebacks in Your Vendor Compliance Program
Retailer chargeback penalties for non-compliant shipments are a profit-draining reality for many consumer goods manufacturers. Companies with the will and the resources to prevent and refute chargebacks can avoid hundreds of thousands, even millions, in lost profit. This paper provides background on the origins and rationale for chargebacks, followed by a 7-step process for avoiding […]
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Chemical Warehousing 101
Not all chemicals are hazardous, but those that are must adhere to specific storage requirements. If you are responsible for the storage and distribution of commercial chemicals, this paper serves as a primer on safe, compliant storage. This guide shares what determines classification, the requirements of hazardous materials and provides steps to assess the capabilities […]
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Choosing a 3PL for Food Product Distribution: 5 Critical Areas to Evaluate
You know the perils of food logistics. Let your guard down, and a truckload of perishables turns into an unsellable mess. Or you get stuck with racks full of canned goods nearing their sell-by date. The right third-party logistics provider can help you avoid those pitfalls, while cutting costs and keeping you compliant with relevant […]
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Logistics Primer for Importers: What to Do After Your Product Clears Customs
If you import goods through the Ports of LA/Long Beach, the complexity of port and terminal procedures can slow down your cargo. It helps to know the ins and outs of terminal operations to quickly move products off port and into the hands of your retail customers. This paper provides tips on distribution of imported […]
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Understanding Commercial Warehouse Pricing
Ever wonder how third-party logistics providers (3PLs) calculate the warehouse prices they charge? This new guide explains it all in plain language. By getting smarter about the 3PL pricing process, you are in a much better position to impact how product is stored and handled – and reduce your warehousing costs.
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How To Reduce Retail Chargebacks In Your Vendor Compliance Program
Retailer chargeback fines for non-compliant shipments are a profit-draining reality. But retail suppliers with the will and the resources to prevent and refute chargebacks can avoid hundreds of thousands in lost profit. This Weber Logistics Insight provides background on the origins and rationale for chargebacks, followed by a seven-step process for avoiding or overturning these […]
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Choosing a 3PL for Food Product Distribution: 5 Critical Areas to Evaluate
You know the perils of food logistics. Let your guard down, and a truckload of perishables turns into an unsellable mess. Or you get stuck with racks full of canned goods nearing their sell-by date. The right 3PL can help you avoid those pitfalls, while cutting your costs and keeping you compliant with relevant government […]
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