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Why Expand the Definition of Supply Chain Visibility?

Talking Logistics

During the pandemic, shortages of components for high-tech devices and automotive products have proliferated. Read more Why Expand the Definition of Supply Chain Visibility? Read more Why Expand the Definition of Supply Chain Visibility? The post Why Expand the Definition of Supply Chain Visibility?

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Time Definite Freight & Positive ROI

Blue Grace Logistics

The saleability of a product is not only dependent on its quality and features, but also on how it is delivered and how soon it can reach the customer. What is Time Definite Freight? What is time-definite freight and how is it different from the normal freight delivery mechanism? No, it is not.

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Ocean Freight Contract Season: An Overview and Key Components

MTS Logistics

The ocean freight contract season is a critical time for businesses involved in global shipping and trade to negotiate advantageous terms and rates for delivering products across international borders. Let’s examine the details of the ocean freight contract season and how companies can successfully manage it.

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Who Is Actually Hauling Your Freight? (Another Supply Chain Visibility Blind Spot)

Talking Logistics

I have long argued that companies need to expand their definition of supply chain visibility. End-to-end supply chain visibility also involves, for example: Knowing where the manufacturing/production facilities of your suppliers (and their suppliers) are physically located, and which parts or materials are.

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The HDVI Story with Chuck Wallace

The Logistics of Logistics

Chuck is the CEO and Co-founder of High Definition Vehicle Insurance (HDVI) , where he leads an experienced team of insurance, technology, and trucking industry experts who deeply understand the challenges of today’s fleets. High Definition Vehicle Insurance, Inc. About Chuck Wallace. Chuck Wallace is the CEO and Co-founder of HDVI.

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Documents for Freight Shipping: A Definitive Guide

Freightera

Freight Invoice. Your shipping fees are listed and broken down in your freight invoice. In the case you are using a freight forwarding company, you will receive a Forwarder’s Certificate of Receipt as proof that the goods were actually handed over to them. Production Certificate. Forwarder’s Certificate of Receipt.

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The Definition of Transparency

Blue Grace Logistics

As it is with most problems there is a lack of a clear and concise definition, according to an MIT study which conducted a survey of the apparel industry only to find wildly different results. Operational risks drop as a result as companies no longer have to worry about being able to get freight through customs.