It can be said without a doubt that the emergence of warehouse robotics has irrevocably altered the functioning of warehouses and ushered in a great change in the warehousing industry. To begin with it enormously helps in the movement of heavy items within the warehouses. Thus, it helps to reduce the dependency on the human…
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…
The problem of lost containers Recent researches suggest that over tens and thousands of shipping containers are lost in the ocean on a yearly basis. At the moment, the authorities found tons of containers gliding beneath the waterline. According to a 2020 report by World Shipping Council, roughly 1,382 containers are lost in the oceans…
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…
A gigantic containership Ever Given has blocked sideways Egypt’s Suez Canal. This has obstructed the way for other vessels waiting to cross the Suez Canal. Consequently, it has given rise to one of the worst shipping jams in several years. In todays’ post, we present you with a brief report on the ongoing traffic jam…
Ever since the pandemic started, online shopping trends have skyrocketed. Most of the consumers now prefer ordering their products online and receiving the right to their doorstep. The changes in ecommerce and warehousing are obviously going to have an effect on logistics companies. In today’s post, we will briefly discuss the effects of ecommerce on…
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…
In the last few decades, we have witnessed a steady rise of women professionals within the logistics and the supply chain industry. Even though this industry continues to be a male dominated one, women in the freight forwarding industry are no longer a rare find as they were in the 80s or the 90s. In…