Making a major business decision like switching to a new 3PL provider is not easy. It can be difficult depending on how much of your business is tied into your current 3PL. However, when done correctly, and for the right reasons, it can be a painless process that can help propel your business to the […]
When referring to logistics, value added services are extra actions that a 3PL can provide to make the shipping process easier or more efficient. Depending on what your product is, this could be anything between the 3PL receiving the product, to when it arrives to your customer. This article reviews the services that can fall […]
The best warehousing practices you can adopt are the ones that allow you to be flexible with what the market demands and that improve efficiency as much as possible. Improving organization, coordination, and speed will increase the quality and number of orders you can fill. This is why we put together a list of 5 […]
A Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) is a special economic zone in the United States where imported goods can be stored, distributed, processed and used without being subject to customs duty fee. FTZs were created in 1934 under the Foreign Trade Zone Act. Its purpose was to create and retain employment and capital investment in the […]
The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) was instituted in 1970 to improve safety in the workplace. To help reduce the risk of injury or death, OSHA requires workplaces to provide a safe and healthy work environment. It tells companies what they can and cannot do and random inspections are performed to ensure businesses are […]
Warehouse safety for workers should be the number one priority for companies. With all the heavy machinery, and the pallets of inventory, it’s important to remind employees to take caution at work. Here are 7 warehouse safety tips that should be implemented everywhere. 1. Be Aware of Your Surroundings: Forklifts are a necessity in a […]