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Freight Benchmarking: What Is It? Why Do It?

Logistics Bureau

Whether your company is a big or small player in terms of shipping volumes, and regardless of your chosen transportation modes (road, rail, ocean, air), the health of your bottom line depends in no small part on the competitiveness of your freight prices. So how can you be sure you’re getting the best freight rates possible?

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Freight Volume Rebounds to Pre-Pandemic Levels

Zipline Logistics

As we move into the back half of May, the freight market is starting to show signs of an expedited rebound. . Th ese conditions have caused a more favorable freight environment. That is e specially the case for outbound freight in southern states and California where produce season is in full swing. . Logistics? ? .

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9 General but Important Tips and Guidelines for Better & Sustainable Freight Management

GlobalTranz

Are you looking forward to becoming a master of logistics, handling freight management with increased efficiency? Freight Management will be a far easier task when you know how it all fits in the grand scheme of things. Such a plan will make sure you have better business opportunities in the long run. Being aware of locations.

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Supplier Quality Management: What it is, 5 Key Metrics to Know & a 4 Step Supplier Evaluation Process

GlobalTranz

When you choose a company to transport your freight or to supply you with the materials you need to manufacture a product, you are putting your hard work and reputation in their hands. It measures the percentage of products that are in compliance with government regulations and internal guidelines.

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Becoming a Shipper of Choice is Critical in a Tight Market

Zipline Logistics

In today’s and similar markets, carriers are more likely to turn down freight that they have previously moved. Since April, we have seen freight rapidly recover, which has thinned capacity and driven up rates across the country. It is essential that you relay order requirements and facility guidelines. Make Timely Payments.