AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) certification provides the freight forwarding companies a globally recognized security standard and certifies them as safe and dependable trading partners. Logistics companies with AEO status have a considerable advantage in international projects. Simply put, this status is like a seal of quality signifying that the freight forwarder’s role in the international…
The environmental concerns in the 21st century have prompted the transportation and logistics industry to think beyond cost-effectiveness and customer satisfaction and start taking active steps to protect the environment like never before. In the lead-up to the World Environment Day, on the 5th of June, our topic in focus is how logistics companies can…
Small business owners often make use of accounting reports to track financial data and keep score. They provide valuable insights into the financial health of a company. They also help the companies to systematize vital business transactions, monitor invoices and check into the legal matters. Independent freight forwarders who don’t track the financial info run…
In the logistics industry it takes several years to build a sound relationship with your customer. However, this industry being extremely volatile, this relationship can get messed up in a day. There are plenty of risk factors associated with freight forwarding companies. These factors include road accidents, theft of assets, accidents due to improper storage…
Small and mid-sized logistics companies definitely need to be part of a freight forwarders network to compete with multinationals. Otherwise, they run the risk of missing out on a lot of businesses, benefits, and opportunities for growth. Most importantly, the freight networks allow freight forwarders to branch out by finding global partners and increasing their…
Keeping the customers satisfied is surely a top priority for independent freight forwarders since it helps to boost your sales and allows you to stay ahead in the competition. The perception of your customers towards your company is a crucial factor that should determine your company’s services and policies. The brand image you project for…
Customer satisfaction should be one of the bottom lines of your company. The current requirements of your customers are one factor that should define your company’s strategy. Their demands need to determine your business strategy that should come with a plan for meeting their expectations. However, in the present times, there is one more factor…
Technology has become an indispensable aspect of our day to day life, and life, as we know it in the 21st century, is entirely dependent on digital technologies. For example, we cannot imagine our lives without smartphones, internet or the laptop. By ‘digital transformation’ we talk about the process of reshaping services, goods, and the…
Ever since we were faced with the COVID-19 threat there is no end to our concerns and the various versions of lockdowns and quarantines are still in place even after the arrival of the vaccine. It will take yet another couple of months for everything to go back to normal and in the meantime, we…
Broadening of the market reach should hands down be one of the primary concerns of any organization. Today’s blog comes with many important tips that will help independent freight forwarders achieve precisely that. Study your market Since the primary step in making a powerful business plan, constructing strong brand, and increasing sales is knowing your…