Black Friday, the global shopping bonanza, isn’t just a date circled on consumers’ calendars—it’s a monumental event for the entire supply chain. As retail sales skyrocket and warehouses buzz with activity, freight forwarders are at the heart of ensuring that the logistical engine runs smoothly. For many, it’s a high-pressure season that demands efficiency, precision,…
The ocean freight shipping industry shoulders the responsibility of transporting a remarkable 90% of all internationally shipped goods. Despite faster delivery offered by alternative modes of international transport, they often come with a heftier price tag. Hence, when organizing an overseas shipment, the selection of an ocean container tailored to your specific requirements is paramount….
In the volatile ocean freight shipping, the years since 2020 have been a tumultuous journey. Moreover, with the remarkable rate hikes of early 2022 and the unprecedentedly low prices witnessed in 2023, sea freight forwarders are keen to unravel the uncertainties that lie ahead in 2024. Will there be a resurgence for container vessels, or…
A properly planned and executed email marketing strategy can be a very helpful way for independent freight forwarders to generate leads and convert prospective clients into returning ones. Email marketing can allow logistics companies to reach a large group of people while customizing the email content according to the needs and wants of the individual…
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…
The transportation and logistics industry is finally waking up to the call of digitization. The freight forwarding industry is presently undergoing a major change in their business models keeping in line with the new market trends and customer demands. However, digital transformation doesn’t simply entails the creation of an IT team and investments on new…
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…
As the hunt for the Coronavirus vaccine gains momentum, considerable emphasis is being placed on the numerous challenges of shipping the vaccine The world’s hope of getting out of this global pandemic rests on the speedy discovery of a vaccine that will stop or slow the spread of this menacing virus. Pharmaceutical companies in 150…
Apart from having a fully functional and user-friendly website, independent freight forwarders also need to expand their online outreach via various social media platforms. Social media websites like Facebook, LinkedIn, or Twitter are absolutely crucial for maintaining your competitive edge and for making the most of every marketing opportunity. According to one study, almost 90%…
The advent of e-commerce has irrevocably changed the world of supply chain making the freight forwarding industry more dynamic, synchronized, and technology-dependent than ever before. In today’s post, we are going to discuss how e-commerce has impacted the freight forwarding industry. The distance between freight forwarding service providers & end-users: Talking from a financial perspective,…