As the 2021 holiday retail season kicks in, many shippers are facing a wide range of dilemmas. From manufacturing and port delays abroad to extended wait times for cargo ships to be unloaded in the U.S., supply chain disruptions are almost daily occurrences. So what is happening, and more importantly, what can shippers do about it?
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Celebrate National Truck Driver Appreciation Week 2021
Every year, carriers around the nation encourage shippers and the general public to celebrate National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NDAW).
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3 Often-Overlooked Ways to Create a More Sustainable Supply Chain
Consumers and companies alike are more conscientious about their environmental impact than ever before. Every day, organizations are expected to meet increasingly strict sustainability standards.
And supply chains are particular objects of scrutiny.
Topics: Freight Handling
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Why Reverse Logistics Matter to Your Supply Chain Success
The meteoric rise in e-commerce over the last several years has led to unprecedented retail sales. Unfortunately, it has also led to an unprecedented number of returns. It’s estimated that 30% of online orders are returned, as opposed to just under 9% for goods purchased from a brick & mortar retailer. Tracking these aftermarket activities can provide insight into your overall logistics management. Which is why shippers and suppliers alike need a sound reverse logistics plan.
Topics: Retail Freight Handling
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Transportation Management Systems: Simplify Your Shipping Efforts
The term ‘Transportation Management System’ has become increasingly common in the logistics industry as companies look for ways to remain competitive in a rapidly changing marketplace.
Topics: Freight Handling
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Cross-Docking: Saving Time & Money For Shippers
When it comes to volume shipments, distribution can become complex. From managing multiple pickup and delivery points across less-than-truckload and truckload operations, finding ways to increase efficiency and reduce overall costs is an achievable goal. Utilizing cross-docking services is a prime example of how shippers can find ways to save time, money and paperwork.
Topics: Freight Handling
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Supply Chain Disruptions: When Unexpected Disasters Hit
Supply chain disruptions tend to strike when we least expect them. In many cases, they are often the result of events that are out of our control. From inclement weather to international relations, and even pandemics, on-time freight delivery can never be fully guaranteed. However, planning ahead and communicating with consumers can help shippers and service providers reduce the impact.
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A Bumpy Year For International Shippers in 2020
One of the primary driving forces behind supply chain disruptions in 2020 was international trade. In previous years, ongoing trade negotiations and back-and-forth tariff fights were the major topic of tensions among international shippers. However, it was the pandemic that led to large-scale challenges for cargo moving by sea and air.
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Planning Ahead For The Months Ahead In 2021
If 2020 has taught us anything, it is that we can never fully rely on predictions to make all our decisions. The emergence of the pandemic was an invisible enemy that forced shippers and service providers to adapt and change plans without hesitation.
