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Sustainability in the shipping industry is becoming increasingly critical as companies seek to minimize their environmental impact. Traditional shipping practices contribute significantly to carbon emissions and environmental degradation. This article explores eco-friendly shipping methods that can help companies reduce their carbon footprint while maintaining efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Alternative Fuels One of the most effective ways […]

Depending on capacity restraints, shippers are sometimes stuck with what they can get when it comes to transportation options and rates. However, you may have more negotiation power if your argument for lower rates is backed by data. Real-time market data helps shippers to negotiate with carriers for better rates and service. Why Does Your

Unexpected events such as natural disasters, fires, droughts, and floods seem to be occurring more frequently in recent years. Other events such as labor strikes, the Ukraine/Russia war, and civil unrest have also shaken supply chains. In addition, major changes in consumer behavior are forcing retailers and manufacturers to better manage their supply chains. Companies

Global trade has exposed businesses to new risks, with cargo theft becoming a big threat, causing delays in the flow of goods and creating serious financial implications for shippers. Due to an increase in organized cargo theft in the United States, large amounts of items are not reaching their final destinations. In fact, cargo theft

Global events and conflicts, as well as fluctuating consumer demand, have placed a strain on supply chains. This year so far has already presented tumultuous events that supply chain managers have had to contend with. Demand for certain goods has increased, leaving low inventory levels while demand for others has completely dried up. Inflation, which

The cargo ship crash last week in Baltimore resulted in the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, which shut down waterways and highways surrounding the bridge. The Dali, a cargo ship chartered by Maersk, hit one of the support beams of the bridge resulting in the complete collapse of the structure. In addition to

With so many goods being purchased online, there has been a need to upgrade certain shipping services. White glove delivery service is a specialized delivery service for these types of nontraditional items. Most often, it includes the unpacking, assembly, setup, and removal of packaging materials. This type of delivery service is becoming more common because

As the economy becomes more globalized, the demand for transportation of goods will only grow. This growth has increased the need to optimize delivery processes. Data is now being used by companies to get insights into trends in the market. Those businesses that invest in analytics are able to use data to take advantage of