Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Moreover, you already know their reputation for handling goods in the safest and securest way to ensure your cargo arrives in your warehouse on time and in good condition. Suppose you’re looking for a company that can move your cargo all over Australia and other points.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 17, 2018

Things go wrong, but freight or cargo insurance , often reserved for less-than-truckload and full truckload shipments, is available for parcels as well. Consider Event-Specific Labeling Guidelines. Certain events, like trade shows and fairs, may have specific labeling guidelines and requirements for all incoming freight.

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Intelligent Audit

APRIL 28, 2022

In light of that upheaval and the ongoing recovery, these transportation services are more vital than ever to the global supply chain. Why Legal Protocols and Regulations Exist for International Shipping and Transportation. Cargo Liability. Shippers need to know these rules and consider them carefully.

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DAT Solutions

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

Editor’s note: This is a guest blog post by Tom Malloy, director of sales and membership for the Transportation Intermediaries Association. There's just one organization that exclusively represents the third-party logistics industry: the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA). Who looks out for their interests?

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20Cube Logistics

OCTOBER 29, 2019

They may be classified as materials handling, transport, storage and production.”. In such a case, choosing the right kind of packaging certainly helps the consignment to be intact and also help in cost-cutting, irrespective of transportation type.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 17, 2015

Shippers, beneficial cargo owners or non-vessel-operating common carriers (NVOCCs) are responsible for verifying weights. At GT Nexus, Michelle is currently responsible for ocean transportation transaction business, which involves all of the top ocean carriers and 3PLs, plus many of the world’s largest shippers, forwarders and consignees.

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Freight Plus

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

The term reefer simply refers to a truck, trailer, or shipping container equipped with a refrigeration unit that transports temperature sensitive cargo. Unlike general and FAK (freight all kinds) cargo, reefer carriers are extremely fragmented. This is true of any cargo but even more so with reefer cargo.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 29, 2013

Besides providing fast, thorough answers to customers, today’s ERP, cloud-based SaaS, or 3PL-operated systems enable companies to manage the order lifecycle, control information and cargo flows, and reduce the total cost of goods. Logistics staff manages transportation costs through mode and carrier selection guidelines.

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Precoro

APRIL 18, 2023

Cargo Status Current information about the location and status of cargo is the first pillar of supply chain visibility. Build Transparent and Flexible Workflows Supply chain visibility is only possible when everyone involved is aware of their roles and responsibilities and follows established guidelines.

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BlueYonder

JULY 16, 2012

LG Electronics , which improved truck-loading efficiency rations using efficient load configurations, increased consolidation ratios and significantly increased service levels and customer satisfaction in its logistics and transportation management operations.

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DAT Solutions

SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

The Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) has released three new resource guides this year and has updated several of its sample contracts. New guides published in 2017 include: FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Resource & Guide - An overview of the new requirements for the transportation of human and animal food in the U.S.

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ShipBob

AUGUST 25, 2021

First-mile delivery refers to the process of transporting finished goods from a manufacturer or supplier’s facility to an online retailer’s warehouse or multiple distribution centers — the last destination before products are delivered to the end user. What is first-mile delivery? Another key differentiator is size of shipments.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 2, 2016

Oversized or wide loads demand extra care during transport. Only experienced, skilled drivers with above average safety records should transport these loads. . One of the most crucial decisions in over dimension and oversize load transport is choosing the trailer. Regulations and Permits for Wide Load Transportations .

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DAT Solutions

JANUARY 29, 2019

The Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) has appointed three new vice presidents to enhance its new membership and government affairs efforts. He, too, serves as staff liaison on several transportation policy committees. TIA Frameworks – Expert-created guidelines to help 3PLs make the right call in tough situations.

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Freightos

JUNE 6, 2016

That is, for shippers that already weigh cargo, the only direct change will be paperwork. Terminals may become congested with unloaded cargo, as frantic companies try to arrange weight verification or arrange for removal. IMO guidelines need to be broken down at the national level. Reliable data flows may not be in place.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 28, 2022

While it’s undeniably important to source products responsibly and produce recyclable or reusable products, companies also need to focus on making the transportation and distribution of products more sustainable. greenhouse gas emissions can be attributed to the freight transportation sector. as an example, we see that 7% of the U.S.’

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ModusLink Corporation

JANUARY 24, 2024

Collaborate with logistics partners to establish diversified and flexible transportation plans. Implement security protocols to protect cargo and vessels from piracy and other security threats. Collaborate with regulatory authorities to contribute to the development of effective and practical guidelines.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 18, 2015

Editor’s Note: Cerasis focuses on North American transportation management. Further, we focus on over the road transportation management to include the modes: LTL, Full Truckload, and Small Package. Getting cargo from one place to another is big business. 4 Air Freight Packaging Guidelines to Follow.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

A traditional viewpoint of manufacturers reveals many flaws in the efficiencies of standard shipping, transportation, and other logistics processes. You also are reducing risk for the manufacturer, because the 3PL will even cover the cargo insurance for shipments. Inherently, manufacturing and logistics go hand in hand.

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Freightera

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Follow these simple guidelines to make sure you make the right carrier choice LTL (Less-than-Truckload) freight shipping is a cost-effective way for businesses to transport smaller amounts of cargo that don’t require a full truckload (FTL).

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Freight Center

JANUARY 23, 2020

The winter months can be brutal in terms of weather and that impacts the transportation business greatly. If you ship regularly during the freeze protection season, it’s worth asking the question of whether or not freeze protection services would be beneficial for your cargo. What Types of Products Need Freeze Protection Services?

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 20, 2023

The move will set new guidelines for companies like Nvidia Corp., In 2022, there were at least 22 workplace injuries at DHL’s CVG operations that required transport to a hospital or emergency room. DHL Express Teamsters work outdoors, loading and unloading approximately 360,000 pounds of cargo per day.

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GTG Technology Group

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

Security Risks in the Intermodal Transportation Industry. In freight transportation, a cyber security threat can cause delays, contribute to a cargo-stealing conspiracy, compromise sensitive data , or put digital systems at risk. Formal guidelines help management and end users engage with devices and solutions in a safe manner.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

The seasonal packaging guidelines are only applied to the goods being imported, not the packaging materials. If goods are plastic wrapped, the wrapping must be adjusted or slashed to allow for adequate access for the fumigant or heat to infiltrate and achieve an effective treatment. New requirements this year.

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Freight Plus

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

With rail volume up 10% in January, importers looking to save on transportation are exploring intermodal options by moving their cargo by train. Now that you've compiled your data and looked at different ways of move your cargo, it may be time to move out of the spot market and negotiate contracted rates. Intermodal.

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GTG Technology Group

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

While a regular driver can pull off the road and nap until it’s safe to drive, a truck driver on a strict deadline to deliver cargo may not have this luxury. The hours of service rule requires all commercial motor vehicle drivers carrying property cargo have an 11-hour maximum driving limit, only after 10 consecutive hours of being off duty.

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Intelligent Audit

OCTOBER 15, 2022

According to the National Cargo Security Council, these issues result in an annual $50 billion in cargo losses. 14706 holds shippers, rather than carriers, responsible for cargo loss. . Inherent Vice or Nature of Goods Transported. In these cases, the Carmack Amendment 49 U.S.C.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 15, 2016

Accenture Releases Enhanced Ocean Cargo Pricing Software to Provide Greater Pricing Visibility for Carriers. February 2016 Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI). Considering that there are multiple ports, countries and carriers each developing their own guidelines, the need for a global process standard is critical.

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Resilinc

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

For companies sourcing from Turkey who may have been impacted, the Fair Labor Association has released a set of guidelines to ensure clear communication with suppliers — starting with confirming impact. The Turkish Ministry for Transport recently said, nearly 750 miles of railway lines have been affected.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 26, 2021

The world is now more connected, courtesy of better transport and communication infrastructure. Establish yourself among your competitors by following the import/export guidelines below. Transporting foodstuffs need special containers that prevent them from going bad. Guide For Importing food Products.

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Tailwind

FEBRUARY 26, 2016

After all, you wouldn’t want to have a ‘cargo damage’ incident because your trailer ran into some rough road it just couldn’t handle. Getting all the information and details in place (mostly paperwork) so that you can prove that you are operating in accordance with the regulatory guidelines.

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3PL Insights

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Hazardous materials require additional security and safety measures while being stored or transported. Handlers must have a security plan and follow guidelines outlined on the hazmat table and emergency response guides. Transportation security impacts several parties depending on the mode and route. According to the U.S.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 29, 2016

Effective transportation management can be a hassle. Transportation managers must keep up with the ship dates of inventory, where inventory is currently located in the transportation process, what insurance information is being used and appropriated for each shipment, and many more factors.

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Freight Plus

DECEMBER 5, 2018

We are confident that the increased spending on equipment, technology, and people will eventually result in increased capacity in most transportation modes. With many shippers’ transportation budgets already upside down, adding additional costs to an already strained supply chain may seem counterintuitive on the surface. Negotiate –.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 8, 2013

Truckload carriers provide long-distance transportation by truck of general freight from a single shipper. Full truckload (TL) carriers have trailers dedicated to a single shipper’s cargo. The freight generally fills up an entire truck or pretty close to it. The 5 largest truckload carriers have about 3% of the truckload market.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 28, 2016

Using a sophisticated set of AI rules and constraints, such as priority, cargo type, flight schedules, pick-up schedules and resource capabilities, resource assignments are made automatically to handle and process each container within each arriving/departing cargo aircraft. "

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