Intermodal transport is defined as any transportation that uses more than one method of delivery —by definition, that includes all deliveries that use any combination of air, truck, rail, and ocean transport.

Understanding essential freight forwarding services for 2019 goes beyond finding a reliable company that can ship your goods by land, sea, or air.

The process of getting goods from point A to point B undamaged and on-time will invariably present challenges because there are so many factors in flux along the average international shipping line. Some difficulties and inconveniences are just part of the overall shipping process, while others may cause a company to reconsider their partnership with their freight forwarding company.

 An SOP is more than just another tedious document required to move your freight; it ensures that operations between the importer, forwarder, and other parties involved in your shipments run as smoothly as possible.

The first time you heard the word detention, was your first thought staying after school in the principal's office for skipping class? Mine too, but we're going to talk about a different type of detention and a few other things relating to the movement of your cargo.

This fictitious US manufacturer, Let's Pretend Business, expanded their business. To do so, they began to import new goods into the United States.

Importing restricted products into the U.S. is achievable. With certain documentation, companies can ensure their goods clear U.S. Customs at the port of entry.

Some items are not permitted into the United States under any circumstances. These goods are often referred to as "prohibited items." Importing such products is illegal, resulting in sharp penalties and other costly consequences.

First of all, you don't want to be the one caught importing counterfeit or pirated goods. Period. It's a huge industry, and US Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and other developed countries enforcement professionals are cracking down. Heavy fines and even criminal charges can be filed against importers who engage in intellectual property right infringement.

You've decided to start importing. Congratulations! You have made a decision to get involved with international trade and eCommerce. What a fantastic time to do so considering the exponential growth eCommerce is experiencing.

Every organization wants to find savings and efficiencies - and it often seems that these elusive stashes must be buried deep in nooks and crannies. But not necessarily - there are three places within your supply chain where savings may be hiding in plain sight.

Customer experience (CX) and eCommerce is revolutionizing the supply chain. Determining how to deliver an end-to-end experience for your customer smoothly will improve profits. Overall, the industry agrees that the customer's experience is a top priority - especially for retailers. The Internet of Things (IoT) and supply chain management tactics are making progress in these days of rapid change.

The Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) is the big story that ultimately determines the efficiency and cost effectiveness of your supply chain. By quantifying and measuring costs, there is no doubt that determining TCO is a complicated and time intensive process, but it is one that pays off in the end. With diligence, the TCO can be thoroughly completed and improve your supply chain understanding.