There are a number of freight claims that 3PL’s can face on a day-to-day basis. Every time that a shipment goes out there is a possibility of damage, breakdowns, accidents, or more. Part of what determines if a 3PL is excellent is its ability to respond in these situations. As
2020 was a rough year for everyone. We have seen many people within our local communities fall into hard times. There have been a considerable amount of people that have just run out of options and have had to give up their homes. Once that happens, once someone becomes homeless
Innovation in logistics means a whole lot of things. New inventions, new technology, new processes, and even new roads! Over the years there have been many innovative milestones, each one making the world more connected. Everything from the invention of reefer trailers to the development and implementation of new systems
Problem solving in logistics is a challenge. There is a constant tug of war between the shippers and the carriers. Fights over detention, pick-up and drop-off times, and general invoice arguments. As a 3PL, it is up to you to make sure the shipping process goes smoothly and everyone leaves
It takes a lot to become the best shipping & logistics company. But what does it even mean to be the best? Is it to have the most customers? Partnered with the most carriers? To have the best operations? Or, to have the best culture for employees? It’s actually all
Time and time again shippers say that reliability in shipping and logistics is the most important thing to them. After all, they are entrusting their freight to this company, it makes sense that they want it to be someone reliable. Reliability is defined as, “the quality of being trustworthy or
Loading and unloading can be a huge bottleneck in the world of shipping. Shippers and warehouses are always looking for better efficiencies to keep the supply chain in motion. One such way is to utilize a drop trailer program. With drop trailers, carriers can just come in, pick up the
Most shippers have yearly bids to find new third-party logistics partners when needed. If everything goes right, then a selected 3PL company can end up staying parted with the shipper for years. However, sometimes the shippers need to shake things up. Or, their needs have outgrown the capabilities of their
In retail distribution, timing is everything. When shipments arrive late, shelves sit empty, promotions fall short, and customers turn elsewhere. For transportation and logistics managers,
If you have ever received an LTL shipping invoice that was higher than expected, you are not alone. Many shippers run into unexpected charges due
Fuel price uncertainty is one of the biggest challenges facing today’s supply chains. One week, rates feel manageable. The next, rising diesel costs push transportation