When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, it revealed that the global economy had some serious supply chain issues that needed to be addressed. The complexities of modern shipping and logistics became apparent to ordinary consumers, not to mention the businesses that were struggling to meet demand during that tense time. That said, the tools...
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2024
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2024
What is FedEx One Rate?
Posted: Mar 10, 2024
FedEx One Rate is a simplified, flat-rate shipping option designed to maximize business performance while enhancing customer satisfaction. This guide will delve into what makes FedEx One Rate a compelling choice for businesses and individuals alike, offering insights into its structure, benefits, and how it stands out from traditional shipping solutions. Understanding FedEx One Rate...
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2024
What is a Parcel Audit?
Posted: Mar 05, 2024
Parcel Auditing 101: Take Control of Your Invoices Shipping invoices frequently contain errors, and if you’re not analyzing yours for accuracy, you could be overlooking some serious savings. Smart businesses conduct regular parcel audits to optimize their shipping operations and ensure they’re not paying carriers a dollar more than they’re due. Whether you send out...
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2023
What is Freight Forwarding?
Posted: Sep 28, 2023
If you're in a logistics-intensive enterprise, you'll likely need to choose a freight forwarder or even multiple ones for your company. Additionally, if you've been in a regional or international logistics leadership role, you might consider advancing your career as a freight forwarder. Understanding freight forwarders is crucial to ensure a beneficial partnership. Essentially, a...
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2023
How to Become a Freight Broker
Posted: Sep 28, 2023
Are you considering becoming a freight broker? Do you want to know how to become a freight broker and embark on a journey that's both rewarding and challenging? Freight brokers are an extremely important part of the logistics landscape around the world. A freight broker has important duties that help to ensure cargo transactions go...
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2023
Everything You Need to Know About Regional Parcel Carriers
Posted: Sep 28, 2023
In the vast and intricate world of logistics, choosing the right regional carriers is crucial. These unsung heroes play a vital role in the supply chain and logistics industry. Utilizing regional parcel carriers can effectively reduce your UPS, FedEx, and DHL costs, fill gaps in your parcel shipping network, and enhance parcel delivery. If you...
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2023
What is Logistics?
Posted: Aug 07, 2023
The global supply chain grows more complex by the day. In today’s environment, businesses find themselves managing a vast network of suppliers, navigating global trade regulations, grappling with volatile customer demand, and maintaining cost efficiency—all while ensuring products reach their destinations without damage and on schedule. Logistics services have become vital in this intricate process....
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2023
Declared Value Coverage: 5 Things to Know
Posted: Jul 11, 2023
Find out what you need to know about declared value insurance for shipping in this post, including pricing, insider tips and more!...
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2023
What is Global Logistics?
Posted: Jul 11, 2023
Global Logistics Definition Global logistics refers to the process of managing the flow of goods, information, and other resources, including energy and people, from the point of origin to the point of consumption on a global scale. It involves the integration of information, transportation, inventory, warehousing, material handling, and packaging, often in a multinational network....
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2023
FedEx Announces Consolidation: What Shippers Need to Know
Posted: Apr 10, 2023
On Wednesday, April 5th, FedEx announced that they will be consolidating all their opcos (FedEx Express, FedEx Ground, FedEx Services, etc.) under the parent’s leadership umbrella, which is expected to be completed by June of 2024. The operational efficiencies created by the mergers are estimated to save the company $4B in operating costs. These savings...
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