Today’s dynamic logistics and supply chain environment requires strategic planning; execution of strategy; measurements to goals; analysis against industry benchmarks; and continuous improvement. However, negotiating quotes for your freight remains a static process. Freight procurement via an RFQ (Request For Quote) is plagued with inefficiencies when done manually. With logistics operations accounting for nearly 95%…
Spiraling freight rates have left businesses around the world scrambling to stay afloat during the coronavirus pandemic, piling yet more pressure on already stretched global supply chains. At the core of this problem: shrinking cargo space. Here’s what has led to a decrease in cargo capacity and how it is impacting freight rates. Airplanes grounded,…
We all know this simple fact. No customer satisfaction means no retention. No retention means shrinking customer database & straight drop of profit. By 2020 customer experience will be the main differentiator factor predicted by Walker Consulting. Not the price nor the product itself. It will first and foremost be about the experience – and…
In the pharmaceutical industry, a large percentage of the business is export-oriented. Since the goods are sensitive, i.e. perishable, they require a specific temperature for storing. Due to the nature of the cargo, most of the exports are done via Air cargo only. The freights today are very dynamic and every air shipment is unique…
There are a few things to take into consideration while choosing the best method to ship your goods. Choosing the right service between air freight vs sea freight will help you bring down costs and bring inefficiencies in your shipping process. Cost / Price As a business owner, before shipping goods, you need to check…
If you are in the manufacturing business and want to export your goods to other countries, this freight service article is for you. We will discuss the three modes of freight services used for shipping abroad and also throw some light on choosing the best mode of shipment based on your type of business or…
