Category Archive: Logistics

How Do I Choose a Dedicated Warehouse For My Products?

There are lots of factors to consider when choosing a dedicated warehouse for your equipment or products. Taking your time to think about them all and get the right information can save your company time and money. Here are some things to think about.

• Location – this is important for several reasons including: drayage expenses, proximity to resources and proximity to labor.
• Price – should be realistic in matching the market and in-keeping with your business plan.
• Accessibility – it

How Can I Save Money With 3PL Services?

3PL or third party logistics refers to a company that provides its customers with a warehousing service via an outsourced logistics service as part of their supply chain. Usually 3PL providers specialize in transportation services and integrated operation warehousing that are flexible enough to be scaled to customers’ individual needs.

What Type of Customers Can Benefit From 3PL?

Small and medium sized companies, manufacturers, distributers, and distribution-sensitive supply chains can all benefit from 3PL. Third party logistics can benefit any … (Read more)

5 Things To Keep In Mind When Selecting Container Drayage Services

When you need imported goods picked up from the Port of Savannah, you will want to use a company that offers much more than just drayage services. Choose a company that offers a full line of supply chain solutions, so that the drayage of your items can be integrated into a seamless process of shipping, storage and processing that best meets your needs. Here are the top 5 things to look for in a quality drayage service provider, each one … (Read more)

Tips For Choosing A Freight Broker

Shipping and transportation is one of the most important parts of the supply chain for businesses of any size. But it can also be one of the most confusing. Whether to choose LTL or FTL and how to deal with transfers between carriers are logistical problems that can often lead to loss of time and money. For these reasons, outsourcing your shipping needs to a third party that specializes in shipping and other supply chain logistics is often a great … (Read more)

5 Types of Supply Chain Services

The supply chain is a network of different services and processes that link a product from its raw production to its end point in the hands of a customer. For many businesses, a limitation or problem at just one point in the supply chain, anything from storage capability to shipping speed, can dramatically effect growth, productivity and profitability. For this reason, outsourcing  aspects of your company’s supply chain to a provider like Bonded Services is a smart move. Here … (Read more)