For all the variables of international commerce – with its endless combinations of commodities, origins, and destinations – there are still some things all shippers have in common: a desire to streamline the supply chain and reduce freight costs.
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Foreign Trade Zones and bonded warehouses: Clearing up misconceptions
Topics: International
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AudioFormz and Averitt partner to deliver sound with style
AudioFormz—an exciting company based in beautiful
Canton, Texas that outfits UTVs, side-by-sides, and golf carts with audio equipment and lighting accessories — has partnered with
Averitt to become one of the flagship accounts in Averitt's new Asia Express Service, delivering from China all the way to Dallas, Texas. The power of one provider for a cutting-edge company like AudioFormZ is proving to be an effective and powerful match.
Topics: International
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Tactics to Improve Driver Retention
The issue of driver retention is an ongoing challenge in the transportation industry. Not only has it become harder to find qualified drivers, but recruiting, vetting, and training them is more time-consuming and expensive than ever.
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The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act: What to Know
On June 21, 2022, The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) took effect, effectively banning the import of all goods made in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region (XUAR) of China. President Biden signed this law on December 23, 2021, after it overwhelmingly passed both houses of Congress. In addition to giving the government additional tools to enforce U.S. forced labor laws, the new law includes a statutory presumption that all goods from Xinjiang are made with forced labor.
Topics: International
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Cargo Thieves Are Switching Targets – And Tactics
It’s an unfortunate reality of the business – cargo has always been vulnerable to theft.
Topics: Freight Handling
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Choosing the Right TMS for Any Size Business
Along with the cost of staffing and materials, shipping and transportation management consistently ranks as one of the most expensive items in a company’s budget.
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Optimizing Fuel Use in Your Supply Chain
The rising cost and decreased supply of fuel continue to pose a significant challenge for shippers and carriers alike. Ongoing concerns over inflation, foreign wars, and economic uncertainty have only exacerbated the problem, with the national average price of diesel fuel soaring past previous records. As of May 16, the U.S. Energy Information Administration reported an average increase of $2.37 over a year ago, with sections of the East Coast seeing hikes of $3 or more.
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Delays in Commercial Truck and Trailer Production
As the Wall Street Journal reported in September of last year, the global shortage of computer chips fueled by the pandemic has dramatically affected commercial truck and trailer production.
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The Rise of Micro-Fulfillment Centers
Recent projections show that US e-commerce sales are set to rise by 10.5% in 2024, marking a return to double-digit growth since 2021's 17.3% increase. This upward trend is expected to continue through 2027, with annual growth rates slightly accelerating each year. By 2027, e-commerce penetration is projected to exceed 20% of total US retail sales, meaning over $1 in every $5 spent on retail items will be transacted online. This growth trajectory highlights the increasing importance of e-commerce in the retail landscape.
