Freight Center

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

When it comes to shipping freight, shippers value quality service just as much as price. Third-party logistics companies, or 3PLs, offer the complete shipping experience for supply chains and small businesses everywhere by streamlining the process. But how do you know you’re choosing the right 3PL for your shipping needs?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 4, 2022

What is a 3PL? Working with a 3PL can be an excellent option for organizations that want to streamline their supply chain and unburden themselves of duties and expenses that they are not equipped to handle in-house. A 3PL that is capable of scaling with the needs of its clients is desirable in either scenario.

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Kanban Logistics

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

In addition to standard warehousing operations, your third-party logistics (3PL) provider may be able to handle additional value-added services. With these services, your 3PL partner can perform – within the warehouse – many services that go beyond basic pick, pack and ship. The driver is early to a retailer appointment.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 27, 2019

I spend all of my time in supply chain and logistics software, focusing on the lower-middle market. [01:54] 01:54] What will the 3PL industry look like in 2025? A non-traditional 3PL is Amazon, who is both a customer and a competitor to some of the other domestic 3PLs. [00:21] Opening / Introduction. [00:57]

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 30, 2021

CVSA-certified inspectors will commit a blitz of inspections across North America, creating a sudden strain on resources for both domestic and cross-border freight. That’s why more companies have chosen to partner with an expert 3PL that has both the technology and people necessary to make it happen.

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20Cube Logistics

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Benefits of 3PL for Your Supply Chain. 3PL, or third-party logistics, refers to a company outsourcing part or all of its logistics requirements to a provider. 3PL providers handle all or several components of your supply chain, like warehousing, distribution, inbound freight, and outbound freight. Cost Savings.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

DECEMBER 17, 2020

What’s the Difference Between Freight Management and Logistics Management? Freight Management services article and permission to publish here provided by Saheer Gurjot. According to Steele’s Transportation Group , freight management services help companies more efficiently move freight from one point to an end destination.

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ModusLink Corporation

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

The value of shipments moving through free trade zones was over $835 billion compared to just $625 billion in 2020. With the economic benefits of free trade zones now more evident than ever, it’s essential to ask: “is your 3PL taking full advantage of the cost savings that free trade zones can provide?”

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Financial times are challenging for most businesses in today’s economic landscape. Saving your precious time, money, and resources is necessary, but how do you know where to make the suitable adjustments? Benefits of 3PL Transportation Services. Save Money.

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Zipline Logistics

MARCH 21, 2023

If you’re a furniture brand and ready to dominate your category, it’s time to get comfortable with a solid logistics strategy. Billion in just one week. Did you know…? The furniture market is estimated to reach a global value of $729.7 Billion in 2023. Billion $60.8 Billion 8% $4.86 Billion $60.8 Billion 8% $4.86

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 2, 2015

When it comes to efficient and cost-effective over the road transportation management , it is absolutely crucial that you be working with a trustworthy 3PL. Understanding the potential value of a 3PL early in the process is crucial to saving money and providing great service. What Is A 3PL? How Does A 3PL Benefit My Enterprise?

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Zipline Logistics

MARCH 7, 2023

If you’re a toys & games brand and ready to dominate your category, it’s time to stop playing small and get on the shelf. retail stores versus total domestic annual sales data for the toys & games industry. Using Zipline expert calculations, the revenue opportunity cost left on the shelf in just one week is $168.2

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Earlier in his career Jeff was the VP of sales and first employee at MegaCorp Logistics, a billion-dollar freight brokerage. Prior to MegaCorp, Jeff was the 25th employee and served a variety of sales leadership roles at TQL, the second largest freight brokerage in the US. About Fura . Key Takeaways: Creating the Future of Logistics.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 25, 2022

Kary is the CEO of Trucker Tools , the leading carrier relationship management platform that helps brokers grow their carrier network, book loads digitally, track freight, and build enduring relationships with carriers to drive reuse. Kary Jablonski is the CEO of Trucker Tools , a digital freight matching solution – and so much more.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 10, 2018

Small and mid-sized shippers face many challenges in full truckload freight management. Different carriers charge different rates, which reflect the relative trucking activity of a destination, and freight management requires navigating a complex system of drivers, trucks, and trailer types, while trying to get the best deal possible.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 10, 2023

As your enterprise grows or market conditions change, it may become evident that your organisation can benefit from partnering with a third-party logistics (3PL) provider. Effective supply chain management is often beset with challenges in today’s dynamic business landscape.

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Zipline Logistics

MARCH 28, 2023

If you’re an automotive brand and ready to dominate your category, it’s time put a solid logistics strategy in the driver’s seat. How On-Time Delivery Impacts Gross Profit* Annual Revenue On-Time Delivery Performance Gross Profit $1M 77% 346,500 $1M 95% 427,500 *This example assumes the $1M company operates at a 45% gross margin.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 26, 2016

He just didn’t know which functions were actually considered logistics. We have the same problem in the 3PL business. We are surrounded by so many different types of 3PLs and 3PL services. So what is a 3PL? What are the 3PL Services? Just-in-Time (JIT). The post What are the main 3PL Services?

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Zipline Logistics

MARCH 14, 2023

If you’re a sporting goods brand and ready to dominate your category, it’s time to stop playing small and win more shelf space. Continually failing to meet these standards can add up to significant costs for any brand. Billion $6.55 Billion $6.55

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 26, 2016

He just didn’t know which functions were actually considered logistics. We have the same problem in the 3PL business. We are surrounded by so many different types of 3PLs and 3PL services. So what is a 3PL? What are the 3PL Services? Just-in-Time (JIT). The post What are the main 3PL Services?

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 26, 2016

He just didn’t know which functions were actually considered logistics. We have the same problem in the 3PL business. We are surrounded by so many different types of 3PLs and 3PL services. So what is a 3PL? What are the 3PL Services? Just-in-Time (JIT). The post What are the main 3PL Services?

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

High freight volumes across all industries in the trucking market are expected to continue into 2022.? The added strain on resources is on track to force high freight volumes to continue well into the next year. Capacity Constraints Continue to Arise. Top causes of capacity constraints include: . That’s an astonishing $933.30

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 5, 2021

Third-party Logistics (3PL) companies are often accused of providing such poor service that their relationships with clients break down. In reality, though, there’s a host of reasons why 3PL relationships turn sour—and very often the blame can be laid at the door of the client. Fix These Issues to Improve Your 3PL Relationship.

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Zipline Logistics

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

How On-Time Delivery Impacts Gross Profit* Annual Revenue On-Time Delivery Performance Gross Profit $1M 77% 346,500 $1M 95% 427,500 *This example assumes the $1M company operates at a 45% gross margin. Did you know…? In 2023, the global footwear market is projected to be worth almost $445 Billion U.S.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 5, 2014

Shippers are often challenged when dealing with the freight classification system from the National Motor Freight Classifications (NMFC) book, the code numbers assigned to all products that determine the correct freight class for shipments. A Brief on Freight Classification.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 18, 2016

As a result, many organizations are turning to third-party logistics providers (3PLs) and enhanced transportation management systems (TMS) to deliver the velocity, visibility, predictability and control they need. The need for this next-gen technology has contributed to the significant growth of the 3PL market in recent years.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

As a result, many shippers are revising their strategy from just-in-time inventory to just-in-case based on the hard lessons of the past two years. Monitoring your invoiced accessorials and surcharges will help identify freight optimization opportunities to reduce shipping costs significantly. LTL Industry Macro Trends.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 3, 2021

What is a 3PL? Benefits of using a 3PL article and permission to publish here provided by Janelica Jenkins. Outsourcing logistics to third-party logistics providers, known as 3PLs, is an increasingly popular option. What’s behind the surge in popularity for 3PLs , and why does it make sense for many businesses to use them?

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Freight Center

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

The freight shipping industry is constantly changing. That’s where partnering with a 3PL can help. From getting expert insight into the freight industry to booking lanes at the most affordable rates available, the benefits of partnering with a 3PL far outweigh going it alone! Affordable Solutions.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 18, 2015

We have enjoyed engaging with Fronetics and their team in social media for quite some time and are avid readers of their blog. Recently, they started a series featuring MBAs in the supply chain space , and this post really stood out to us as Cerasis is a 3PL service provider focused on Transportation Management. .

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

According to Council of Supply Chain Professionals, a Third Party Logistics (3PL) Provider is “A firm which provides multiple logistics services for use by customers. There are 5 different categories of 3PL services: Logistics, Transportation, Warehousing, Special Services, and Technology. About Ruan Transportation.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2018

More than a year into a freight capacity crisis that shows little sign of weakening, it’s time for all parties involved in logistics and freight transportation to meet this issue head on. Freight Capacity Crisis: How Did We Get Here So Quickly? That all changed with the summer of 2017.

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Zipline Logistics

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Healthcare Industry & Gross Profit Opportunity As the retail industry has evolved throughout the last decade, most retailers have begun to institute strict compliance programs to encourage suppliers to deliver to distribution centers on time. Did you know…? Billion U.S. Billion $1.17 Billion 5% $58.5 Billion $1.17

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Kanban Logistics

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

When it comes to warehousing, many companies eventually outgrow the “do it yourself” model and choose to hand the reins over to a third-party logistics (3PL) professional. What’s important to understand, however, is that many 3PLs are capable of a wide array of warehouse services in addition to the basics. The dedicated 3PL model.

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ShipBob

JULY 27, 2021

Freight forwarders, contract logistics, 3Pls vs 4PLs , carrier partners, and so on… With so many different types of third-parties, it can be a challenge to understand the ins and outs of outsourcing logistics. How to Choose a 3PL for Your Ecommerce Business. Contract logistics vs. 3PL: The key differences.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Still, the e-commerce boom pushes more freight into trucks as shippers re-think inventory levels to meet omnichannel demands. It’s not as easy as just building more trucks. While we’re happy to leave 2021 in the rearview mirror, many of the same trends will impact the truckload market in 2022. How to Manage Truckload Macro Trends.

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Parade

MARCH 3, 2021

In this article, we explore Invoice Reconciliation tools as a core piece of every digital 3PL/freight brokerage’s operations. This post is part of a , series of posts that aims to shed light on the many new and innovative freight tech solutions that empower freight brokers to transform digitally.

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