Remove Currency Remove Document Remove Logistics Remove Transportation
article thumbnail

This Week in Logistics News (March 21-25, 2016)

Talking Logistics

With today being a holiday for many, let’s go straight to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: FedEx Introduces Global E-Commerce Solutions Under FedEx CrossBorder. Omnitracs’ Roadnet® Transportation Suite 3.7.4 Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation Statistics.

article thumbnail

Blockchain for Supply Chain: A Comprehensive Guide for Businesses

SCMDOJO

The use of complex technologies in managing inventory, transportation, trade, and other supply chain activities has been evolving for ages. One such technology that has had a significant impact on the financial industry is blockchain, which is the underlying technology of digital currency or cryptocurrency.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Supply Chain and Logistics Predictions for 2016

Talking Logistics

Google did not acquire a third-party logistics (3PL) company or a logistics software vendor. Making supply chain and logistics predictions is like throwing darts at a moving target. more near-shoring and larger, less frequent shipments to minimize transportation costs). What will happen in 2016?

article thumbnail

11 Things to Know About International Shipping!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Medium Of Transportation. The time spent in transit and the cost of shipping your goods depends on the transportation medium. When shipping internationally, you have to consider if the goods are perishable, and this will determine what medium of transportation you’ll use and if you also want to deliver that product.

article thumbnail

How international shipping can be improved in today’s global automotive supply chain

The Network Effect

The problem isn’t just the global logistics themselves, but the coordination of the assets being moved as part of the larger inbound supply picture. As with the inbound logistics requirements discussed earlier, these requirements are detailed and precise with significant negative ramifications when not executed properly.

article thumbnail

12 Freight Charges and Freight Fees: A Guide to Common Freight Shipping Costs, Charges, and Fees

Intelligent Audit

Freight managers have a lot to track and keep up with when it comes to logistical planning for shipments within the supply chain. And they form the basis of the two most crucial shipping documents, says the Balance SMB. All shippers provide clients with two important documents: the bill of lading and the freight bill.

Freight 59
article thumbnail

Guest Blog – How To Identify Supply Chain Barriers To Boost Efficiency?

Gravity Supply Chain

This includes everything from sourcing raw materials to ensuring that products are delivered on time and in good condition, which means short lead times, minimal customs paperwork, adequate transportation infrastructure, etc. Image source Also, numerous regulatory requirements must be met when transporting goods across borders.