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Back to Basics: Ocean Freight Forwarding 101

Dedola Global Logistics

Expertise in Shipping Documentation International shipping requires documentation, and completing some of this paperwork can become complicated and tedious. Forwarding agents are experts in shipping documentation. They can guide their clients in preparing documents and avoiding potential pitfalls.

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How to Measure Success: KPIs for Inbound Logistics

WorkWave

What are inbound and outbound logistics? Both inbound and outbound logistics involve the transportation of products across various distribution channels, however inbound logistics deals with supply and outbound logistics fulfill demands. This guide outlines the essential KPIs you should be monitoring to ensure efficiency.

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Inventory Management vs. Warehouse Management

The Logistics of Logistics

Where it can get complicated is if the IMS is also capable of setting inventory targets and executing to reach those targets through tools such forecasting and procurement functionality, which are not usually WMS functions. It will direct replenishment of forward pick locations based on order demand.

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[Infographic] The components of a freight routing guide

FreightWaves SONAR

With all the advances in technology and a continuous need to just do more with less, it’s imperative for shippers to start by assessing the quality of their basic data and analytics tools. According to PLS Logistics , “A routing guide is an essential tool for businesses seeking greater control over transportation decision-making.

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What is a routing guide and what are best practices to create one

FreightWaves SONAR

And according to Brian Straight of FreightWaves , a routing guide is a living document that enables faster transportation management and keeps freight spend under control based on lane volatility, seen also within SONAR SCI Lane Acuity. It is a critical tool for carriers that wish to attain carrier-of-choice status. .

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The Easy Check-In Feature on the UWT Carrier App is Now LIVE

United World Transporation

The Easy Check-In feature on the UWT Carrier App does away with inbound and outbound calls. Aside from the new Easy Check-In feature, the UWT Carrier app provides an endless array of useful tools. Send Necessary Documents. Overall, the UWT Carrier App does away with scanning and all other forms of physical documentation.

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Back to Basics: Ocean Freight Forwarding 101

Dedola Global Logistics

Expertise in Shipping Documentation International shipping requires documentation, and completing some of this paperwork can become complicated and tedious. Forwarding agents are experts in shipping documentation. They can guide their clients in preparing documents and avoiding potential pitfalls.