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What is 3PL? A Complete Guide to Third-Party Logistics

Unleashed

When your business is receiving more orders than it’s possible to fulfil in-house, third-party logistics (3PL) can mean the difference between disappointing customers and capitalising on that success. In this guide to third-party logistics: What is 3PL? With all that in mind, 3PLs are not for everyone.

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3PL Trends: 10 Areas Shippers Consider as They Increase Their Use of Third Party Logistics

GlobalTranz

Third-party logistics providers (3PLs) are poised to dramatically shape the supply chain landscape in 2018 and beyond. The Freight & Transportation Management Trends to Know in 2018. 3PLs will need to look for ways to reduce the last-mile costs associated with freight transportation. Download White Paper.

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The 6 Trends Third Party Logistics Service Providers Will Drive to Empower Shipper Success in 2017

GlobalTranz

2017 will not be a bed of roses for third party logistics service providers, nor will the coming year be filled with thorns in the sides of major supply chain entities. Take a moment to think about how these remaining six trends will impact the shipping and freight industry as a new administration takes control.

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Trucking Through Trouble with TIA & Anne Reinke

The Logistics of Logistics

Anne is the President & CEO of Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) , the trusted voice for third-party logistics companies of all sizes. Established in 1978, TIA has consistently demonstrated its commitment to fostering excellence and innovation within the logistics and transportation sector.

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The Future of Third-Party Logistics Beyond COVID: Where Do We Go from Here

BR Williams Supply Chain Management

The Financial Times reports a top executive at UPS expects the supply chain crisis created by the pandemic will inflict lasting damage. To understand what’s going on with third-party logistics , we had an extensive discussion with four industry thought leaders at BR Williams. The Future of Third-Party Logistics.

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6 Best Practices for Third-Party Logistics Companies to Differentiate From Competitors

Turvo

Finding a way to make third-party logistics companies stand apart from their competitors is like finding a needle in a haystack. The freight and logistics industry continues working on finding ways to make their respective organizations within the supply chain stand out from the crowd.

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The Importance Of Third Party Logistics Services And What They Include (The BR Williams Difference)

BR Williams Supply Chain Management

While the importance of third-party logistics may be a no-brainer (hello, we love our online orders delivered quickly and without damage, too), we wanted to share more about what 3PL includes and how it works for businesses. . 3PL logistics is the link between your manufacturing operations and moving products to your customers.