This blog post was originally published on 2/21/2022 and was updated on 1/17/2024.
Trying to ship without a freight forwarding standard operating procedure (SOP) is like trying to drive a car without starting the engine. The SOP is necessary to ensure operations between importers, freight forwarders, carriers, and other stakeholders run smoothly.
Topics: Freight Forwarding & Cargo Transportation, shipping comliance, freight forwarding
Freight management involves more than moving goods from point A to point B. When done right, it maximizes a company’s efficiency and improves its bottom line. When done poorly, it can lead to delayed goods, dissatisfied customers, and unexpected costs.
Topics: Freight Forwarding & Cargo Transportation, Air Freight, freight, freight forwarding, Freight Quote
A freight forwarder is worth considering when shipping globally on a large scale. They help transport goods where they need to go, on time and within budget. If you already understand how critical a freight forwarder is for your business, it’s important to take stock of whether or not your current partner is getting the job done right.
The Ocean Shipping Reform Act (OSRA) became law in July 2022.
Topics: Supply Chain Management, Freight Forwarding & Cargo Transportation, freight forwarding
Approximately 17 million shipping containers are available, but just 6 million are in use at once. This means 11 million shipping containers sit unused across the globe at any given time.
Topics: Freight Forwarding & Cargo Transportation, freight, freight forwarding
