GoShip Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2020

As a direct reflection of conditions created by COVID-19, there has been a dip in pricing across all main transportation modes: parcel, LTL, and truckload. Parcel and LTL rates recovered from their top positions at the beginning of 2020 while truckload rates continued their descending course that had begun prior to 2020.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 7, 2023

Standardise and Digitise The key to managing complexity, of course, is to be organised. We’ll be pleased to assist you in implementing methods to sense customer demand more accurately, enhancing your ability to optimise inventory levels, reduce stock-outs, reduce carrying costs—and ultimately increase profitability.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 31, 2018

Challenges such as increasing fuel prices, pressure on volumes and the low-profit margins of the sector are rampant. This article will cover some five tips that you can use to write an effective transportation management plan: 1. The five tips discussed have highlighted the basic elements that make a transportation management plan.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 13, 2018

With capacity being tight these days, partnering with the right 3PL will increases the chances that your time-critical shipments will be delivered on time and at a competitive price. For example, a company shipping high-value electronics, will want to check with their 3PL about security protocols. Door to Door deliveries.

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Freightera

MAY 31, 2022

If You’re Looking to Ship FTL Freight You’ll Want to Check Out These 5 Tips for a Good Experience. In this article, we will run down a list of useful tips for shipping full truckloads worth of cargo. And by process of elimination, you’ll be able to check out if this service type suits you or if you need something else.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

But if you and your team are perplexed over performance measurement and management, the following tips might help you get KPI selection right. Supply chain management objectives can encompass several success factors, including cost reduction, supply chain speed, efficiency, and service improvement. Conflicting KPIs: A Brief Example.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

While there are a lot of buzzwords in the logistics industry, it may be surprising to some but “business strategy” is not among them. Successful companies understand that good strategy isn’t about just doing better than the “other guy” but also about not hindering themselves in the process.

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WorkWave

MAY 8, 2019

Here are 5 tips to get started: Set Clear Expectations and Be Transparent with Customers. The most obvious example of making empty promises is false advertising. A less obvious example is being honest about job constraints. Follow the steps outlined in our post on social media content and engagement strategies.

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World Food Programme Logistics

JUNE 4, 2019

In Lebanon , WFP’s supply chain unit works with 450 shops to remove market inefficiencies, improve access to shops, lower prices and improve shopping experiences. are the core of WFP’s retail engagement strategy. That is achieved by encouraging lower food prices, increasing hygiene and security, and proposing better quality products.

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

While these tips may not be possible for everyone or every shipment, hopefully, you’ll find one you can start implementing to reduce your freight costs. Experienced shippers know that doing everything they can to compactly pack their freight on pallets will reduce their LTL shipping rates.

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WorkWave

MAY 8, 2019

Here are 5 tips to get started: Set Clear Expectations and Be Transparent with Customers. The most obvious example of making empty promises is false advertising. A less obvious example is being honest about job constraints. Follow the steps outlined in our post on social media content and engagement strategies.

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Ship Monk

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Specifics can vary by industry, of course, but for the most part this takeaway is a good summation. This will reduce the risk of running out of inventory, or getting backed up on orders that your customers expect to get on time now more than any other season of the year. Common Challenges & Solutions During Peak Season.

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WorkWave

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

Here are 5 tips to get started: 1. ?Set The most obvious example of making empty promises is false advertising. A less obvious example is being honest about job constraints. For example, I bought a house last year that has no grass, because it was not taken care of for a long time. That is why they hired you.

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Ship Monk

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Slightly inflate the prices of your products so that they cover part of the shipping, while still technically keeping shipping free. For example, your shipping rate could be $5 for orders within 50 miles of your warehouse, $10 for 100 miles, and so on and so forth. P.S. Want more tips & tricks on all things shipping and eCommerce?

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

When the C-Suite looks to the supply chain as a partner in growth, collaborates to find solutions that both cut costs and creates opportunities for expansion, they may find that partnerships with third-party logistics providers are a viable option to achieve the desired growth. 3PLs and Technology. 3PLs can Improve Your Processes.

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

While advertising, website user interface, social media, and many other factors may tip the scales when it comes to winning customers, shipping is actually one of the most crucial components that influences customer acquisition. So the question becomes: is it possible to offer 2-Day shipping at an affordable price?

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Logistics Bureau

JUNE 5, 2023

There are ways and means to reduce excess expenditure in fleet operation , and you can separate them roughly into three categories. The following tips should prove helpful in getting those truck running costs down. The following tips should prove helpful in getting those truck running costs down. It’s a fair question.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 25, 2015

To pull off logistics effectively, it takes a lot of expert planning, assembling the right mix of people, communication, working together, and of course, if something goes wrong, contingency planning. In the United States for example, Thanksgiving brings the logistics industry to a screeching halt on Thursday and Friday.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 8, 2023

But if you make it hard, you’re adding to your customer service issues rather than reducing them. Centralizing this data allows anyone on your customer service team to step in at any time to resolve or escalate the issue, and it cuts down on the number of times your customer has to explain the issue. Customer Service Best Practices 1.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 14, 2023

Example: a bicycle is more eco-friendly than a sedan, but a sedan is more eco-friendly than a Hummer. Minor cuts are made into this special paper to produce a cushioning effect that protects ecommerce orders against shocks just as bubble wrap would. For example, mailers that have more than one adhesive strip can be used more than once.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 14, 2023

Example: a bicycle is more eco-friendly than a sedan, but a sedan is more eco-friendly than a Hummer. Minor cuts are made into this special paper to produce a cushioning effect that protects ecommerce orders against shocks just as bubble wrap would. For example, mailers that have more than one adhesive strip can be used more than once.

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EazyStock

MARCH 11, 2019

There are so many types of WMS now available for all industries and at all price points that you’re almost guaranteed to be able to find one that meets your needs. Receiving is a great example of the principle that making the beginning of a process as efficient as possible often has positive downstream effects. Know what’s coming.

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WorkWave

JULY 31, 2019

By pairing a solid organic social content strategy with a full-funnel social advertising strategy, you will gain much greater value and be able to tie efforts to actual ROI. Once you are set up you can jump into your strategy and execution. However, it is probably the most important part of your advertising strategy.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 8, 2023

If your company has yet to go through such a process, you’re at risk of missing a golden opportunity to reduce logistics costs and improve service with outsourced freight management. That’s not to say outsourcing will be suitable for every company.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 31, 2021

The tips in this article will help you know how to identify the customers, products, and processes that might be inflating your cost to serve (CTS) unnecessarily. Let’s begin with a look at why, in general, retailers with multiple sales channels are more likely to experience difficulties in reducing cost-to-serve.

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Forto

JANUARY 15, 2020

We tell you how to set this up the right way with seven very useful strategies. Because of the increased sales of course. . If you participate on a couple of platforms – be it through paid advertisement on social media or appearing on price comparison sites – you’ll be visible for your customer. Watch prices.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 21, 2021

And of course, it hinges on the ability to understand and maintain consistency in your metrics. . As a few examples, these are four critical KPIs to focus on: Owner-operator to driver ratio – A lower ratio here means more opportunities for in-house drivers who bring more affordable rates. . Request a SONAR Demo.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 28, 2023

In addition to satisfying conscientious consumer demand, eco-friendly efforts can benefit your ecommerce business by reducing waste within your company and improving operational efficiencies. Translation: these ecommerce businesses have operating standards that minimize or reduce negative impact on the planet. We hope you do!

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Ship Monk

APRIL 26, 2023

For example, say an ecommerce merchant has a 2-Day delivery policy for orders received before 3PM. Whatever your specific policy, as an ecommerce merchant, it’s important to clearly explain your 2-Day specifications and cut offs during check out and in your documentation so customers aren’t caught off guard with delivery expectations.

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Ship Monk

DECEMBER 1, 2022

For example, say an ecommerce merchant has a 2-Day delivery policy for orders received before 3PM. Whatever your specific policy, as an ecommerce merchant, it’s important to clearly explain your 2-Day specifications and cut offs during check out and in your documentation so customers aren’t caught off guard with delivery expectations.

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WorkWave

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

You have to consider various strategies, challenges, and market factors to ensure the best results. Tips for Starting a Home Delivery Business. Below are some of the tips to consider when starting a delivery business: Establish Your Niche. There are various helpful tips out there you can use on how to buy a delivery route.

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Freightera

MAY 20, 2022

For example, the first tip we’d like to give you is: 1) Do not use just one carrier. We apologize to any carriers out there reading this, but the fact is that not a single carrier can offer the best pricing for all of the lanes across North America. By having very competitive prices and providing excellent service, of course.

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WorkWave

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

To harness that power in 2021, there must be a well-planned strategy that balances brand building, relationships and engagement, and performance marketing. For example, take a lawn and landscape business that’s offering a fall deal for homeowners who need to grade and seed their lawns. Omnichannel Marketing and Attribution.

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Conger

JULY 28, 2022

The types of cold storage warehouses (with examples). Tips for working safely in cold storage warehouses. 5 Cold Storage Warehouse Examples. 5 Tips for Working Safely in Cold Storage. Of course, the more of these items that are sold, the greater the need for cold storage. 5 Cold Storage Warehouse Examples.

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Conger

JUNE 20, 2018

New Forklift Prices. Used Forklift Prices. When purchasing a new forklift you can expect to pay the list price. However, price shouldn’t be the only thing on your mind. Though you’ll pay a higher price, with new forklifts you can potentially get exactly what you want. NEW FORKLIFT PRICES. MAINTENANCE COSTS.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

To that end, we hope you will find the tips in this article helpful as you look to improve container utilisation in your supply chain. If so, an increase of around 20% capacity utilisation, from 65% to 85 or 90%, will dramatically reduce the number of shipments, returning millions of dollars in saved freight fees.

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Conger

JUNE 20, 2018

New Forklift Prices. Used Forklift Prices. When purchasing a new forklift you can expect to pay the list price. However, price shouldn’t be the only thing on your mind. Though you’ll pay a higher price, with new forklifts you can potentially get exactly what you want. NEW FORKLIFT PRICES. MAINTENANCE COSTS.

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