If you are a shipper shopping around for shipping then at some point the costs of a 3PL is going to become a topic of discussion. You may think to yourself, “Just go with the cheapest option!” I mean, it’s always good to save money right? Not always, especially when it comes to the goods
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How to Get The Best Freight Shipping Quote
There is a lot that goes on behind the scenes to gather, collect, and present a quote for shipping freight. The shipper must look through the sea of options and narrow it down to just a couple. Then, after all the negotiation and a price is settled on the transportation provider goes into action (hopefully
Read MoreTop 8 Freight Claims That You Need a Plan For
There are a number of freight claims that 3PL’s can face on a day-to-day basis. Every time that a shipment goes out there is a possibility of damage, breakdowns, accidents, or more. Part of what determines if a 3PL is excellent is its ability to respond in these situations. As a shipper, you need to
Read More4 Ways to Become the Best Shipping & Logistics Company
It takes a lot to become the best shipping & logistics company. But what does it even mean to be the best? Is it to have the most customers? Partnered with the most carriers? To have the best operations? Or, to have the best culture for employees? It’s actually all of this, and more, being
Read More6 Things You Need to Know When Choosing a Third-Party Logistics Partner
Most shippers have yearly bids to find new third-party logistics partners when needed. If everything goes right, then a selected 3PL company can end up staying parted with the shipper for years. However, sometimes the shippers need to shake things up. Or, their needs have outgrown the capabilities of their current third-party logistics partner. There
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