Running a business, especially any business that ships goods from one place to another, has never been a simple proposition. And thanks to the new reality of disrupted supply chains and staffing shortages during COVID, it’s an even more complicated process.

The more any business grows, the more support it will need in terms of time, resources, and human labor, and if an owner is caught off guard by these realities, a blossoming enterprise can become a failed one.

Technological innovations are happening at lightning speed across many sectors and are significantly impacting the supply chain and logistics sector.

Choosing the best drayage partner will ensure that your shipments are taken care of from the dock to the warehouse and give you great peace of mind.

Cross-docking can benefit your business if it is the right fit. Every organization has unique needs and priorities regarding warehousing, costs, transporting goods and products, geographical specifics, and logistical requirements.

Choosing the right warehouse to distribute your cargo is essential to meet consumer demand for goods in the global marketplace and their expectations for fast, uninterrupted service.

As if the east and west coast weren't different enough, now there's a new divide: container ship wait times. With increasing pressure on both sides to move shipments, the analysts at Marine Traffic noted that there is a greater amount of ship capacity waiting off ports on the east coast than those on the west coast.

Choosing an outside provider to help with your logistics needs is a big decision that will significantly impact your business. Understanding the difference between a third-party logistics (3PL) and a fourth-party logistics (4PL) service company is essential.

We have all experienced the ripple effect of the recent supply chain issues that have continually challenged distribution operations from point of origin to endpoint of consumption and everywhere in between.

This article will explain one of the more centrally important concepts that should be mastered by any company involved in shipping goods from one place to another – consolidation and deconsolidation.

It’s no secret that the world of delivery logistics is a marketplace driven by ever-increasing customer expectations for speedy, reliable results.

On the U.S. West Coast, containerized ocean cargo volumes are at record levels and land side supply chain experts indicate they’re benefiting significantly.