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Eight Essential Documents That Are Key to Shipping

MTS Logistics

On the other hand, you also need to know and understand the rules and regulations of exporting and importing, and crucially, you need the proper shipping documents. However, most documentation is still handled manually in some countries. Packing list is used by freight forwarders in order for a shipment to clear U.S.

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Blockchain in freight forwarding – Is it the next big thing?

20Cube Logistics

Blockchain is a distributed database that contains records of events in continuity which can be assessed and inspected by users. How will blockchain impact freight forwarding? Each time cargo is shipped, the transaction is documented, creating a permanent history of the shipment from order to delivery. 20cube.com.

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Role of Digital Logistics Intermediaries

Logistics Business Magazine

Digitalization of documents, as well as blockchain-based solutions for many responsibilities and functions, is one of the main boosters of that disruption. The main concept behind these digital services is the possibility of managing all the necessary documents and data with multiple parties in one single platform. Digital Logistics.

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Vector.ai rebrands to Raft

Logistics Business Magazine

The name change to Raft emphasises its evolution to a comprehensive operational platform for freight forwarders. Since 2017, when launched as Vector.ai, the company has delivered industry-leading AI to automate document and email processing for freight forwarders. in net workforce productivity every year.

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FourKites Ocean Visibility: A Next Generation Solution

Logistics Viewpoints

FourKites , a global leader in real-time supply chain visibility, recently launched its Dynamic Ocean SM platform for visibility, rate, and documentation management. The platform also takes into consideration questions such as, “If I use a freight forwarder, is it still my shipment or is it under a different contract?”

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MTS Logistics Rings in the Holidays with a Night of Celebration

MTS Logistics

While last year, for our 20th anniversary, our holiday event felt like the beginning of life after Covid, this year, everything felt back to normal just like before Covid. The launch of new divisions like MTS Customs Brokerage and My MTS are exciting for the future and we look forward to continuing to grow in the years ahead.”

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DGL Takes Cybersecurity Very Seriously

Dedola Global Logistics

2022, a major multi-billion-dollar public freight forwarding company was hacked and forced to shut down for eight days with no access to data. We have robust protections for our clients’ most sensitive communications, documentation, and financial information. . The attack cost the company billions. .