As the freight forwarding industry is gradually becoming one of the most lucrative sectors globally, the instances of fraudulent activities in the shipping and freight sector are steadily increasing. Since the pandemic, freight forwarding companies have been relying more on online interactions rather than face-to-face meetings which has made it difficult to ascertain the legitimacy…
Air freight greatly facilitates international trade by allowing for the quick movement of cargo from one part of the world to another. During the pandemic, we have seen how the disruption of ocean freight services along with the high demand for goods, and the need to ship vaccines, prompted the transportation and logistics sector to…
Sales in the transportation and logistics sector can be tough to scale for independent freight forwarders like you, especially in the present times when multinationals are expanding their outreach like never before and trying to capture a growing share of your business. Moreover, the economic downturn caused by the pandemic since 2020, has added to…
Inflation made a comeback in 2022 and consumers all around the world had to deal with price hikes the like of which were never seen before. Following decades of relative calm, the cost of commodities in the US has spiked to the level that was last seen during the great inflation of the 70s and…
In the last three years, the pandemic impacted the normalcy of global logistical operations as a result of which the supply chain industry had to contend with severe disruptions, container shortages, port congestion, hike in spot rates, and sudden changes in demand among other things. Right now we can confidently expect that the pandemic is…
Small and mid-sized freight forwarding companies can substantially boost their credentials by obtaining certifications that will attest to their expertise in certain aspects of transportation and logistics. Independent freight forwarders who want to globalize their business and expand the scope of their operations should definitely find a niche in the sector and specialize in that….
The transportation and logistics sector can greatly benefit from efficient route planning software that can ensure timely deliveries while cutting down on the expenses. The route optimization systems help freight forwarding companies figure out the most efficient routes for sending several deliveries to a number of locations within the least possible time and covering the…
Shipping hazardous cargo demands more caution and attention to detail than the movement of regular cargo. Moreover, the ever-changing procedures and paperwork related to dangerous goods have further complicated the shipping process of these shipments. Additionally, hazardous cargoes are subjected to stringent customs and regulatory requirements where even the slightest error in packing and documentation…
Transportation and logistics industry is a paper-heavy sector that entails a paper trail for all its operations, from management to inventory tracking to international shipping and warehousing. For decades, documentation of international trade has been reliant on physical documents that need to be submitted and exchanged by post or courier services. Therefore, lost or damaged…
No matter if you as the independent freight forwarder are moving your cargo by sea, air, or land freight, choosing your shipping container wisely will take you a long way. Although at first glance, this task might seem simple enough, you need to take several considerations into account before selecting the right container that fully…