The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 2, 2018

Will freight brokerage pricing evolve toward a discounted, transparent fee model like stock brokerage pricing? If you were a small investor like yours truly, you bought the far less glamourous mutual fund which had lower transaction costs. Regulated pricing which meant they didn’t have to worry about disruptive competition.

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Dedola Global Logistics

JULY 17, 2023

In essence, freight forwarders act as intermediaries, negotiating the most efficient and cost-effective methods to transfer goods between shippers and transportation services. They provide the necessary space, assist with documentation and insurance, and facilitate customs clearance.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Prior to starting KlearNow, Rick was on an executive career development track at DHL where he experienced multiple aspects of the business, including operations, process improvement, hub and gateway management, labor negotiations, special project management, and sales. KlearNow’s goal is to simplify and automate those processes.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

And are you struggling with cost and forecasting challenges? This article might help you cultivate that understanding, as it offers a brief overview of the factors influencing high container freight costs—and the challenges of volume forecasting. Other Steps to Minimise Container Freight Costs.

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Dedola Global Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2019

Archives When it comes to choosing the right international freight forwarder for your shipping needs, cost plays a factor in your decision. An experienced forwarder or third-party logistics company (3PL) can help you improve your bottom line by reducing your soft costs in addition to saving you money on hard costs. Our TrakIt!

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WorkWave

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Grasping the Fundamentals From labor costs that hinge on the median electrician’s pay of $27.36 per hour to ensuring your estimates cover both material costs and overhead, mastery over this estimating process is crucial. So pay close attention to those technical documents; they contain the secrets to maintaining profitability.

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CLX Logistics

JUNE 27, 2023

Understanding how a provider can alleviate and eliminate rail transportation issues is vital for ensuring efficient rail freight operations, cost-saving opportunities, and relieving your business from avoidable stressors, hiccups, and pitfalls.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 14, 2016

Many businesses have a tendency to hastily go through small package contract negotiation processes. Unfortunately, many of these entities to end to have a large small package or parcel spend, but a small package outside negotiator can help save significant revenue. Why You Need a Small Package Outside Negotiator.

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Turvo

OCTOBER 7, 2021

The volatility the market witnesses today has led supply chain stakeholders like shippers, carriers, and manufacturers to obsessively look at driving efficiencies into their workflow, while cutting costs. From finding the right 3PL partners, to eliminating the RFP process and lengthy negotiations, shippers have several ways to gain benefit.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 25, 2023

But I’d like AI more to a magic trick, so allow me to direct your attention to the technology behind the curtain to highlight both its risks and its rewards and to share the essential leadership skills AI cannot provide. Any human with a browser can produce this result, since it requires no sophisticated coding skills or knowledge.

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MTS Logistics

DECEMBER 18, 2023

As we approach the conclusion of 2023, the maritime shipping industry faces challenges that have impacted ocean carriers with declined profits and increased price-driven competition. Changing Carrier Behavior on Pricing The gap on the pricing policies amongst the carriers will further change. West Coast port labor negotiations.

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Radius Logistics

JANUARY 15, 2024

The challenges of customs and documentation, supply chain disruptions, and transportation costs can be daunting. Customs and Documentation: A Streamlined Path to Success in International Shipping The customs clearance process is the gateway to international trade, and it’s a process that demands precision and efficiency.

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Dedola Global Logistics

AUGUST 24, 2023

In essence, freight forwarders act as intermediaries, negotiating the most efficient and cost-effective methods to transfer goods between shippers and transportation services. They provide the necessary space, assist with documentation and insurance, and facilitate customs clearance.

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Dedola Global Logistics

AUGUST 24, 2023

In essence, freight forwarders act as intermediaries, negotiating the most efficient and cost-effective methods to transfer goods between shippers and transportation services. They provide the necessary space, assist with documentation and insurance, and facilitate customs clearance.

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Dedola Global Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2019

How To Reduce Soft Costs in Shipping. When it comes to choosing the right international freight forwarder for your shipping needs, cost plays a factor in your decision. What is the difference between hard costs and soft costs? What is the difference between hard costs and soft costs? How can TrakIt!

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WorkWave

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

These services can be cost-effective and scalable, but they may lack personalization for customers. Crafting Your Job Description Your job description should clearly outline the specific skills and experience required for the role. Begin by identifying your must-have skills and qualifications.

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Blog on Log

FEBRUARY 5, 2010

Stolarczyk Kontane Logistics www.kontanelogistics.com It’s that time of year again — time to negotiate carrier contracts! Too often, business leaders focus their attention on rate structures during carrier-contract negotiations while ignoring other important facets of the carrier process. Pickup performance. Vested collaboration.

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 19, 2021

Consider the Costs of Different Transportation Models. Provide the Right Documents and Ensure That the Provided Information is Correct. Provide the Right Documents and Ensure That the Provided Information is Correct. Proper documentation on import/export items is a must to meet regulation requirements. Prepare in Advance.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 23, 2018

Considering the increased sales volume our company is experiencing, you bean counters should be grateful I’m able to get our freight covered and delivered at any price!”. Combating Rising Freight Costs with a TMS. where they’re being hit especially hard on cost. where they’re being hit especially hard on cost.

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Blog on Log

MAY 4, 2010

Hiding behind pure numbers will only create a one-sided, noncompetitive, zero-sum contract winner — and doom the negotiations, to failure. But the true test of how both sides react will come in the next several weeks, as shippers and carriers wrap up what could be the most important contract negotiations in years, if not more.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

OCTOBER 22, 2020

As timber is usually shipped in large volumes, there has to be an extremely close coordination between the various parties from the live-loading of the cargo into the container, the carriers, the entities fumigating the containers, and the documentation team that prepares all the pre-shipment and shipment documentation. Practicality.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 19, 2020

Fortune 500 shippers like Anheuser-Busch, P&G, Niagara, and Unilever trust Convoy to lower costs, increase logistics efficiency, and achieve environmental sustainability targets. Typically in the quoting and booking the shipment phase, the communication involves a lot of back and forth discussion and negotiation.

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Globalior

JUNE 30, 2020

The WTO also conducts courses for government officials to build their expertise and skills, so that they may help their countries to better facilitate trade. Accessions Division: Facilitates negotiations between WTO members and others requesting accession. How is the WTO structured?

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Hence, curating an optimal driver experience emerges as a non-negotiable strategic imperative. Such capital can be strategically reallocated to drive core business transformations and process enhancements. In this context, it’s important to recognize drivers as the foundational assets driving our supply chain ambitions.

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GoShip Blog

JULY 8, 2022

This shortage has significantly reduced shipping capacity, resulting in delays and increased shipping costs. Mitigating these complications can involve making penalty payments, providing extra documentation, or changing the shipping routes. Here are ways to go about it: Negotiate agreements with carriers.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 16, 2015

While a contract documents the responsibilities and expectations of both parties, like a purchase order, warehousing or transportation contract, service level agreement or quarterly business review, there is a great deal of flexibility, even when they are lengthy and rigid. Each of these skills is necessary for a successful collaboration.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 31, 2023

Pressure to Save Costs Transportation accounts for a significant amount of total operational costs, consequently becoming a huge target for potential cost savings. However, constantly changing freight market rates can make it difficult for procurement teams to secure the best deals and maintain predictable costs.

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FW Logsitcs

MARCH 2, 2021

With so many moving parts in the shipping process, it can be difficult to keep track of costs and schedules. Instead of hiring someone to learn the ins and outs of international shipping, you can partner with a freight forwarding company that handles customs documentation, cargo insurance, bills of lading, and supply chain logistics.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2015

The more KPIs, the more difficult the negotiation process. After the SLA/KPI is an approved document by both the customer and logistics provider, this document and its contents need to be reviewed monthly to begin with, and quarterly thereafter. Cost Reduction is another major goal. 3PL/SLA Skills/Knowledge.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

MAY 10, 2020

There is a buyer who needs a product ; There is a seller who sells this product ; They discuss and agree on a price ; The buyer pays the agreed price ; The seller arranges for the product to be transported to the buyer. An RFQ is a chance for the BCOs to competitively cost the services offered by the service providers.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Digital Transformation is a strategic transformation of the business processes and models to leverage the opportunities created by the digital technologies which can result in improved customer service and value additions to the business. Whether digital or manual, the business of shipping involves a lot of documentation.

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CH Robinson Logistics

JANUARY 13, 2021

Since my previous blog , and after months of negotiations, the United Kingdom (UK) and the European Union (EU) reached a deal on December 24, 2020. Key documents on importing and exporting were released on Dec. Additional administration chores and costs. Final thoughts.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 8, 2015

One that is integrated with TMS offers more value for customers and better leverage when negotiating contracts with additional features providing the latest data. The fundamentals of a Freight Rating System match a user’s shipping and freight characteristics and a carrier’s service and price options. Determine the software’s objective.

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WorkWave

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Importance of Having Effective Inbound and Outbound Logistics Efficiently managing inbound operations can significantly impact a company’s overall performance, cost-effectiveness and customer satisfaction. It combines metrics such as on-time delivery, accurate documentation and undamaged products.

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Globalior

AUGUST 14, 2020

Demurrage is a cost paid to a shipping line when the owner of cargo is not able to take full delivery of the cargo within the stipulated time. Sometimes demurrage costs is confused with detention costs, because demurrage can occur due to the container being detained. These costs can occur in many situations.

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20Cube Logistics

MAY 16, 2021

Negotiation on rates should be done in advance to avoid any repercussion later. Engaging a 3PL service provider will save time and costs as they have a wide network of various carriers and can help easily find a suitable one for your unique shipping requirement. Get freight insurance. Engage 3PL services.

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ShipLilly

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

When considering your shipping options, it is important to consider the costs and benefits of your choices. The broker or freight forwarder has the advantage of extensive knowledge of the industry and the contacts that can make it easier to deal with crises when they arise. Choosing the right route. Keeping freight rates low.

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