International shipping can be a complex process due time zones, language barriers, and regulatory or customs compliance. This is especially true for businesses that are new to importing and exporting. Thus, one of the first decisions that should be made is whether to work with a global or local logistics provider.Global operators have more resources and ...
The freight forwarding industry is faced with a variety of challenges, some perpetual, like cooperation with various stakeholders, customs clearance, and optimizing transportation routes. However, in recent years there has been a growing interest in implementing AI technologies to improve cost-effectiveness, safety, efficiency, and improve the customer ...
In newly released information, the Thai Shippers’ Council export exports to increase as much as 1% this year and at a figure of 12% year-on-year.Lower global demand has slowed, which has impacted exports, but the weak baht is providing support, according to the Thai Shippers’ Council.The strongest export markets for 2023 have been the United States and ...
Specialized shipping is a term that’s used to refer to any large shipment size, weight, or dimensions that demand special handling services during transit. Almost every industry has specialized shipping, from oil and gas mining to manufacturing and construction. These industries require special freight handling because shipments require services that re ...
Customer service in logistics is significant to building an effective supply chain. After all, it’s the customers who are on the receiving end of your products and get the opportunity to use them. It’s from experience that customers determine a company’s reputation and how it stands out against the competition.The importance of customer service as a key ...
Intermodal freight transportation is a combination of different transportation modes such as rail, ocean, and trucking, to move goods from the shipper to the shipment’s final destination. The freight is moved in a container or vehicle without handling the freight when changing modes. Shippers usually use intermodal transportation to move freight over di ...
