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Freight Forwarder Selection: Content vs. Happy
We reach out to a lot of people who have a less-than-ideal relationship with their freight forwarder (don’t worry, they’re […]
How to Compare Freight Forwarder RFQ’s and Rates Correctly
As a freight forwarder, we understand that the shipping vendor selection process is a complicated, sometimes tedious, and somewhat unpredictable […]
How to Streamline Logistics Efficiently Using Truck Scales
Logistic management deals with planning and controlling the movement and storage of goods. To achieve high returns and meet customers’ […]
What Is A Blind Shipment?
Blind shipments are a more common occurrence in the logistics world as of recent years. While the concept is rather […]
Step-By-Step: Required Documents for Exporting from the U.S.
We’re assuming you’ve done a little bit of homework before landing on this post. And most of what you’ve read […]
Calculating Tariff Costs for International Shipments
Shipping products around the world can get pricey really quick. Aside from the raw costs associated with container rentals and […]
IP Telephony: An Opportunity for Foreign Trade
IP telephony can reduce telephony costs for foreign trading companies. Ultimately, the added convenience of this technology can help a […]
Reducing International Buying Risk with a Letter Of Credit
There’s a lot of risk involved in the buying, supplying, and shipping business. You’re dealing with dozens of different parties […]
Reduce Shipping Spend Through Buyer Consolidation
Everyone is on the lookout for ways to reduce their shipping costs. For those who frequently ship via LCL methods, […]
Saving on Shipping: Freight Consolidation & FCL Shipping Methods
For many businesses, shipping is one of the most frustrating costs. Depending on the type of business, logistics can in […]
The Internet of Things (IoT)
The concept of the Internet of Things (IoT) has been gaining importance in recent years. This concept refers to the […]
LTL Capacity Crunch: Best Practices
The capacity crunch has been amongst some of the top concerns for shippers in the U.S. during 2018. Unfortunately, over […]
Goods Arrived but Not Available: Why?
Transportation is both (a) one of the most important piece of a company’s supply chain, and (b) the least understood […]
Responsibilities of the Exporter under DDP Incoterms
Incoterms are a huge area of misunderstanding among U.S. importers and exporters. However, they play a crucial role in defining […]