Calculating Shipping: How to Estimate Freight Costs for Industrial Equipment Manufacturers

Source: Pakorn Khantiyaporn/Shutterstock.com Freight costs tend to vary rapidly throughout the supply chain industry. The total cost depends on a variety of factors that go beyond size and weight. Reducing freight costs can help you save hundreds of thousands of dollars every year, depending on the size of your operations. It’s an essential part of your business so do your best to reduce costs ...

Read More

What Is Cross-Docking and How Does It Help with Supply Chain?

Today’s products and goods are moving faster than ever before, thanks to what’s known as cross-docking. Technology and automation further streamline the process by automatically rerouting packages based on demand. The goal is to get your products to their destination as quickly and cheaply as possible, so how can cross-docking help? As products move throughout the supply chain, they typically...

Read More

Cutting Costs on Packaging: How to Ship Internationally Cheap

Source: Golden Sikorka/Shutterstock.com There are so many variables to consider when shipping internationally, especially when you’re trying to keep your costs as low as possible. From one-time shipments to everyday packages, learn how to reduce your costs without putting your products at risk. There’s no point in spending all this money just to have your goods arrive overseas broken or damag...

Read More

Is Dropshipping Worth It? 4 Things to Consider Before Implementing into Your Automotive Manufacturing Business

The automotive industry continues to evolve in the age of the internet. Consumers used to buy their cars right off the lot, but more people are starting to purchase vehicles on their phone or laptop. Recent statistics show car shoppers tend to do a lot of research online before making their final decision so they might as well complete their order with just a few clicks. From specialty parts and a...

Read More

What Is Reverse Logistics? 10 Things You Need to Know

When it comes to the supply chain, companies tend to overlook a crucial component of their business: reverse logistics, or the idea of the end user sending products to a new location or back to the original manufacturer or vendor. In layman’s terms, this is what we’d typically call a return. If the customer isn’t satisfied, they will send the product back for a full refund.  (more…) Read More

6 Essential Food Safety Regulations for Distribution Centers and Warehouses

When it comes to running a food distribution center or warehouse, sanitation needs to be top of mind. The stakes are much higher when you’re sending out products and orders that are meant for human consumption. Small errors and contamination could easily lead to widespread illness, item recalls and even death.  (more…) Read More

6 Ways to Improve Warehouse Logistics in the Food and Beverage Industry

The food and beverage industry moves at its own pace. Unlike traditional consumer goods, food and beverage products come with an expiration date. These products need to reach consumers as quickly as possible, or they may end up in the trash. Depending on the nature of your goods, you may need to keep them a certain temperature during transit. Even if your goods aren’t frozen or refrigerated, roo...

Read More

4 Tips to Improve Automotive Warehouse Efficiency

Long gone are the days of aftermarket parts catalogs and massive showrooms that cater to everyday drivers. Today’s automotive industry lives largely online. Customers prefer buying replacement parts and aftermarket equipment on the web instead of visiting stores in person. The North American online automotive eCommerce market size is now worth over $16 billion (U.S. dollars) and growing at 14 to...

Read More

The Ultimate Guide to Shipping Barrels: Types, Uses and How to Choose the Right Storage Drums

If you need to ship large quantities of liquids, chemicals, industrial solvents, grains or dry goods like clothing and other consumer products, you’ll need to use a shipping barrel. These sturdy containers are known for their compact size, reliable construction and easy handling. After all, it’s easier to roll your goods than picking them up by hand or with a forklift. Unlike cardboard boxes a...

Read More

The Best Packaging and Shipping Solutions for the Cannabis Industry

The cannabis industry shows no signs of slowing down here in the U.S. As more states choose to legalize both medicinal and recreational marijuana, this once-underground industry is quickly scaling up. New businesses are looking to break into the industry every other day. The cannabis industry is expected to be worth around $30 billion by 2030. (more…) Read More

Comparing Different Types of Containers: A Definitive Guide to Decide Which Is Best for Your Needs

When it comes to shipping and storage, it all starts with the right container. They keep your goods safe as they sit on the shelf in your warehouse or as they make their way from point A to point B. There are plenty of containers to choose from, but finding the right type all depends on what you’re shipping or storing, where it’s going and how you plan on getting your goods to the final destin...

Read More

Cut Shipping Costs: Why Bulk Containers Are the Best Option for One-Way Shipping

Shipping costs are on the rise. Companies spent a record $1.5 trillion on shipping in 2017. But the good news is that your business can lower the cost of shipping by switching to bulk containers. Bulk containers help you maximize efficiency in the workplace, while reducing the overall cost of each shipment. Learn more about the benefits of using bulk containers for one-way shipping. (more&hell...

Read More