GoShip Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Shipping services have become a mainstay in many countries across the globe — and Canada is no exception. Want your e-commerce business to thrive in Canada? You must understand how Canadian shipping works. Shipping to Canada Basics. Below are the shipping to Canada basics you need to know. billion in 2021.

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CLX Logistics

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Preliminary estimates show a drop in sales for 2023 and a potential 5-10% slowdown in business, so many companies are searching for cost-saving avenues aside from or in addition to their usual practices—and looking for alternative options and improvements for shipping and logistics is a prime road to travel down first.

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GoShip Blog

AUGUST 22, 2022

Shipping OEM parts can be time-consuming, expensive, and risky. You will need to find ways to transport your OEM products securely and on time. Find out the difference between OEM and aftermarket parts and the best shipping methods if you opt for OEM parts. What is OEM shipping? OEM shipping pricing.

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GoShip Blog

OCTOBER 5, 2023

In the fast-paced business world, mastering the art of securing favorable freight shipping quotes can be a game-changer. Understanding the nuances of creating a shipping quote can help businesses budget effectively and make informed decisions. It’s not just about moving goods from point A to point B.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Not even COVID can stop what is according to Supply Chain 247 “the world’s most-watched single sporting event”. Construction materials leading up to hosting a Super Bowl do need to be transported, but a much larger demand on shipping will be from the cultural traditions that football fans hold for the big game.

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 9, 2020

Less than truckload shipping is a great and cost-effective option to move relatively small amounts of freight. Shippers that don’t know how to prepare LTL freight and make it more attractive to the carriers may miss out on the opportunity to land a place in an LTL trailer. What are the best practices for LTL shipments?

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GoShip Blog

AUGUST 4, 2022

Your shipping process is an integral aspect of your business strategy. Documenting your shipping process can improve efficiency, operational agility, and customer satisfaction. . Why you should document your shipping process . The 3 main steps in documenting your shipping process .

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GoShip Blog

JUNE 30, 2022

Packaging is one of the most important parts of transporting your products – even more so when it is protective packaging, and not just aesthetic packaging. Protective packaging ensures that your products arrive intact, undamaged, and in a condition that will satisfy your customers. When to Use Protective Packaging.

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Freightera

DECEMBER 18, 2023

“Whoever works with logistics knows of the constant problems and issues with carriers, but the fantastic team at Freightera always comes through quickly, and often offers and negotiates the best possible solution on our behalf. Luckily our Super-Awesome Client Care team is always there to help in times of need.~ “I 100% recommended.”

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GoShip Blog

AUGUST 8, 2022

Safe shipping is one of the primary concerns of modern logistics. Sometimes, organizing core supply chain operations doesn’t leave space for basic yet critical steps like packing your items. Still, attentiveness to your internal packaging processes can help avoid many freight damage threats. Inner packaging types.

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

With an increasing role of quick delivery and customer experience, retailers struggle to find a shipping solution that will match their needs. Finding a suitable option that would comply with cost-efficiency and shipping deadlines may be difficult. Here is where LTL shipping can be a a proper solution.

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GoShip Blog

JANUARY 2, 2019

However, not all of the items from Craigslist or eBay can fit into a cardboard box. sometimes there are really large and bulky objects, and it may be confusing to figure out how to ship items in a cheap and easy way. How are large items shipped? LTL shipping lets you save costs on transportation and move items safely.

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GoShip Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Whether you are shipping full truckload or less-than-truckload freight, chances are you are using dry van shipping. What is a dry van trailer? Dry vans are called ‘dry’ because they are used for shipping dry freight that doesn’t require any temperature or climate control. Equipment and machinery.

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Dedola Global Logistics

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Significant supply chain disruptions have become the new normal, with importers dealing with higher rates, space shortages, and shipping delays. All this leads to more potential holiday shipping delays and increased bottlenecks coming out of the nation’s ports. Environmental Regulations for Older Trucks Restrict Equipment Options.

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GoShip Blog

JANUARY 23, 2019

Whether you want to ship furniture , appliances , machinery, or the large volume of goods, its likely that your shipment won’t fit into a standard parcel. There are two main categories of shipments: parcel and freight. Therefore, your large items will be classified as freight. Particularly, yes.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 26, 2021

COVID-19, which required government response worldwide, presented many barriers to the existing standards of freight. Obsessed with customer satisfaction, Amazon was well seated to thrive during what was for most others, a crisis. Amazon has the same logistics focus as it’s competitors, inventory and freight.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

This speculative post explores the difference between B2B and B2C freight pricing. Are B2B freight providers falling behind? Should they offer tiered freight-price options like those enjoyed by consumers, and what stops them from doing so? Can the good, better, best, principle work in B2B markets?

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GoShip Blog

MAY 24, 2022

As a business owner, you are likely always looking for better ways to streamline your daily operations to boost efficiency and customer satisfaction. Thanks to digitalization, we now have a plethora of small business management apps to help automate some of your fundamental day-to-day activities. Types of Apps for Small Businesses.

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Parade

MARCH 26, 2019

Whether the broker realizes it or not, carriers can switch between brokerages and platforms to find freight anywhere. They have access to near-infinite opportunities on loadboards, have direct relationships with shippers, and leverage new digital freight matching technology. Here’s what we think.

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Freight Center

JANUARY 9, 2020

If you’re shipping large cargo too big for the traditional parcel carriers, then knowing how to ship large items on eBay offers your business a brand-new opportunity for exposure and profitability in the online space. Luckily, we are here to help and guide you through everything logistics so you can ship large items on eBay.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 20, 2023

Welcome back to the ultimate guide for enhancing your ecommerce knowledge! Enjoy the ecommerce education and be sure to refer back to PART 1 of our A-Z glossary and guide if you need a refresher! Enjoy the ecommerce education and be sure to refer back to PART 1 of our A-Z glossary and guide if you need a refresher!

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 20, 2015

Are you looking forward to becoming a master of logistics, handling freight management with increased efficiency? If that happens to be the case and you need to be able to handle whatever comes your way, then you will need to be fully aware of a few things along the way. Using smart phones to your advantage.

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Freight Center

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

But businesses everywhere face challenges to meet their consumers’ high shipping expectations effectively this time of year. Supply chains need to be in tiptop shape to flow smoothly during the most wonderful (and busiest!) Know holiday shipping dates. Ship Smarter. You can’t ship effectively when you go over budget!

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Within a few months, freight volumes rebounded quickly, leaving carriers struggling to move freight. However, within a few months, freight volumes rebounded quickly, leaving carriers struggling to move freight. As LTL volumes continue to rise, freight pricing will continue to stay steady throughout the year.

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Freightera

DECEMBER 13, 2021

If you’re in freight shipping , you likely regularly work with businesses that have docks. That means that, in order to minimize the amount of potential issues during pickups or deliveries, you want to know all the ins and outs of their respective options. . Open Loading Dock. Closed Loading Dock.

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Parade

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Whether the broker realizes it or not, carriers can switch between brokerages and platforms to find freight anywhere. They have access to near-infinite opportunities on loadboards, have direct relationships with shippers, and leverage new digital freight matching technology. Here’s what we think.

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Dedola Global Logistics

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Significant supply chain disruptions have become the new normal, with importers dealing with higher rates, space shortages, and shipping delays. All this leads to more potential holiday shipping delays and increased bottlenecks coming out of the nation’s ports. With cargo vessels stacked up in U.S. related to the Delta variant.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 11, 2023

What a time to be alive! The ecommerce industry specifically continues to grow in terms of demand, competition, and customer expectations, calling for increasingly efficient fulfillment solutions and infrastructure to better deliver on your brand promises. Business is booming and ever-evolving. Average Order Value (AOV).

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

While this article is intended as an evergreen resource, to help you navigate in your search for a supply chain job, and is not a COVID-19-specific guide, the pandemic has galvanized attention on the industry and its criticality. What is the Role of the Supply Chain Worker? Decide which niche suits you best then go for it!

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Freight Center

MAY 1, 2019

Unfortunately, the time spent searching is often wasted because the results only produce minimally cheaper options. SMB’s can optimize their shipping and become more efficient by choosing one 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) partner and sticking with them. The more you ship with your 3PL partner, the more of a volume discount you will earn.

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Freight Center

MAY 1, 2019

Unfortunately, the time spent searching is often wasted because the results only produce minimally cheaper options. SMB’s can optimize their shipping and become more efficient by choosing one 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) partner and sticking with them. The more you ship with your 3PL partner, the more of a volume discount you will earn.

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Freight Center

MAY 1, 2019

Unfortunately, the time spent searching is often wasted because the results only produce minimally cheaper options. SMB’s can optimize their shipping and become more efficient by choosing one 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) partner and sticking with them. The more you ship with your 3PL partner, the more of a volume discount you will earn.

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Freight Center

AUGUST 29, 2019

And with the current generation of drivers set to retire soon, this could spell trouble for the shipping industry. What’s caused the lack of interest in this all-American industry we’ve relied on for so long? And how will it impact your supply chain and how you ship? What This Means for You.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 8, 2023

Is your company one of the many that take a minimalist approach to freight management? Yes… I did say minimalist, not lean. When I say minimalist, I’m talking about the many companies which, while reliant on freight to keep supplies coming in and products going out, don’t see freight management as a core competency.

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Freightera

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

When it comes to LTL shipping , getting acquainted with linear feet can help save you some money. The linear feet of your cargo represents the length that your shipment takes up in the truck. The standard length of a freight truck trailer is 53 feet. That means that your shipment would take up 106 inches of linear space.

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Freightera

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Select the Right Carrier for Your Freight Shipping Needs in 5 Simple Steps. Freight shipping can be tricky, it can be stressful, and it can be difficult to maneuver. It makes you wish you could simply read a recipe and have everything done by just turning off your brain and following the steps.

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Freight Center

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

The cost of freight shipping varies depending on a few factors. At first it might seem overwhelming, but once you understand what goes into it it’s actually pretty simple. Let’s take a look at the factors, break down how to get a quote and help you calculate the best rate for your shipment. In other words, density.

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