Stay ahead of the curve with the latest transportation and logistics trends from the experts at Jarrett

As firearm sales rise throughout the U.S., a corresponding level of theft is accompanying them in the trucking and transportation industries. Now more than ever, end-to-end supply chain visibility is critical to ensure the safe and compliant delivery of firearms shipments to retailers.

Choosing the right food-grade warehousing 3PL can be a challenging task. Food storage – whether it is dry, canned, fresh, refrigerated, or frozen goods – requires the highest precautions for temperature control and more, while meeting stringent regulatory requirements. As a result, there are many factors you should consider when determining who you partner with—from the type of storage and the system to trace goods, to the physical condition of the facility.

Excess or outdated inventory can cost you time and resources while creating supply chain issues and costly waste—especially for e-commerce companies selling products using multiple channels. As the business landscape continues to become even more faster-paced and complex, leveraging a Just-In-Time (JIT) inventory management model is an ideal method to save both time and money.

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These changes are coming from the latest NMFTA Supplement-2021-3

Today’s fast-paced, consumer-driven economy requires the ability to accurately and concisely track goods and products in transit. It also demands a clear inventory view and the related components to ensure shipments travel from supplier to manufacturer to consumer. With e-commerce growing exponentially and consumer expectations rising, maintaining supply chain visibility is a key differentiator in the global marketplace. 

Freight damage and loss is an eventuality if you are in the logistics industry. The question is “how do I mitigate my potential losses when an issue arises during transit?” It is important to understand the difference between freight insurance and carrier liability limits to best answer this question. Because even though they may seem similar in nature, they are quite different in reality and in how they affect your bottom line.

Customers expect to receive their shipments in a professional and timely manner. A bad experience can lead to negative reviews and word-of-mouth, decreased patronage and hurt a company’s brand reputation. With a multitude of moving parts throughout the shipping process, from choosing the right freight class to including the proper billing information, there are more than a few opportunities for error.