Freight Forwarding/Customs Brokerage

Technology, Start-ups Changing Freight Forwarding Market

February 21, 2018

Forwarders play an important role in obtaining space on airplanes or ocean vessels at the best rate possible for shippers. Long known as a relationship business, much of the forwarders' business traditionally was done by phone, fax machine or in person. Real-time tracking and management of shipments was non-existent, transparent invoices did not exist and neither did electronic document submission. Until now – today thanks to technology and start-ups, the freight forwarding market is changing. -Cathy Morrow Roberson, Founder/Head Analyst, Logistics Trends & Insights LLC

Freight Brokers See Profits Surge on Shipping Rush

February 16, 2018

The Wall Street Journal

Freight middlemen are seeing a surge in business as growing economic demand and tight capacity sends companies rushing to find shipping space.

Blockchain Could Revolutionize the World of Supply Chain Management

February 6, 2018

Brewster Smith, principal, Tompkins International

Blockchain, the technology underlying bitcoin, has some challenges to overcome. But the potential applications are so compelling, supply chain managers should quickly learn more about it and begin to conceptualize how it can be applied to their businesses.

Opinion: End Your Global Supply Chain Paper Chase

January 31, 2018

Ty Bordner, senior vice president, marketing & business development, Amber Road

Managing complexity has become a priority for modern-day logistics and supply chain leaders. For many enterprises, however, reliance on cumbersome legacy systems keeps them chained to the costly ways of the past.

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Understanding the Freight Transportation Challenges of Mid-Market Shippers

January 30, 2018

SupplyChainBrain, sponsored by Kane is Able

When it comes to managing freight transportation, mid-market manufacturers and suppliers face a unique set of challenges.

Five Global Shipping Trends to Watch This Year

January 16, 2018

Maritime Executive

Overall, 2017 was a good year for the ocean shipping industry. Operating margins for most carriers improved, driven by robust demand, positive inventory developments and higher rate levels.

From Mexico to the U.S., a Nafta Tale of Two Truckers

January 9, 2018

The New York Times

Raúl García Miranda wants Carlos Flores’s job. Flores doesn’t think he deserves it.

Customs Compliance: Necessary Evil or Competitive Advantage?

December 22, 2017

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Customs-compliance rules are costly, burdensome, time-consuming … and a potential source of competitive advantage.

Lawmakers Push for U.S. Ban on Slave-Made Goods to Sharpen Its Bite

December 4, 2017

Reuters

A law banning slave-made goods from entering the United States has failed, lawmakers and advocates said, as they push border authorities to step up inspections of suspicious shipments.

Why Surge Pricing and Collaborative Logistics Go Hand in Hand

November 16, 2017

Simon Bunegar

Surge pricing, where the value of a particular item or a service increases according to demand, may soon be coming to logistics - and bringing green benefits in multiple ways.

Freight Forwarding/Customs Brokerage

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding freight forwarding and customs brokerage and their impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering goods to more global customers than ever before using freight forwarding and customs brokerage solutions that manage international business logistics and customs clearance. As these services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using freight forwarding and customs brokerage solutions to power their supply chains.