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Peak Time or Holiday Shipping: Strategies & Tips to Stay Sane, Mitigate Extra Costs, & Keep Customers Happy

GlobalTranz

Editor’s Note: This is our second post in a two part series about how to get your logistics and transportation practices in order in time for holiday shipping or peak season crunches. Holiday shipping time also bring customers that ship primarily for this season. Truckload Holiday Shipping.

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Logistyx Technologies Talks Parcel Shipping, Holidays, and Returns

Logistics Viewpoints

In our conversation, Ken spoke about some of the findings from a recent survey Logistyx conducted on cross-border holiday spending, as well as some larger trends around the state of parcel shipping. Fourth, what are some industry-specific trends for parcel shipping? The State of Parcel Shipping.

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Google Will Acquire a 3PL – And Other Supply Chain and Logistics Predictions for 2015

Talking Logistics

So, here is my invented future for 2015, starting with my most audacious prediction: Google will acquire a logistics service provider (3PL) and/or a logistics software vendor. Competitive threats, for both 3PLs and their customers, will cause them to transform the way they work together — that is, they will take a more Vested approach.

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Truck Capacity Shortage: The Past, Present and Future

Talking Logistics

Market Review: Past, Present and Future. The past, present and future market forces causing today’s extreme truck capacity shortage include: Strong Economy. economy in 2017 and so far in 2018, manufacturers have been producing more goods than usual and requiring more freight to be shipped. 3PL Support. Holiday Season.

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US Tariffs: How Brands Can Steady the Ship [A Stord/Wayflyer Webinar]

Stord

This is HUGE for anyone drop-shipping directly to consumers. Bulk Imports Less Affected (For Now): If you're bringing in larger shipments to your own warehouse or a 3PL, the impact of the de minimis rule change is less direct, as tariffs are assessed on the cost value of the bulk shipment.

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When to Switch From In-House to Managed Logistics Transportation Services

GlobalTranz

Inventory tracking and visibility must be present from the first mile through the final mile, reflecting the entire shipment lifecycle through white glove services. That’s where automation within 3PL-driven systems can add value. Indicator 2: Freight Spend Seems to Be Spiraling Out of Control.

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How Regional Networks Create Trucking Efficiency

GlobalTranz

While large national networks comprise a significant percentage of transportation service providers' shipping options, several challenges present if these are the only OTR freight transportation sources considered, including. Leverage Regional Carriers by Working With a Full-Service 3PL to Achieve Maximum Trucking Efficiency.