by Alex Pappas | Mar 1, 2024 | air imports, Freight Forwarder, logistics consulting, Ocean Freight, Ocean Freight Forwarding, supply chain consulting
Efficient and reliable planning form the backbone that supports the growing demands of a global customer base. While many e-commerce businesses often default to courier services for smaller or express deliveries, there’s an added dimension to logistics through...
by Alex Pappas | Aug 21, 2023 | Air Freight Forwarding, Compliance, FCL, Freight Forwarder, LCL, Logistics, logistics consulting, Ocean Freight, Ocean Freight Forwarding, supply chain consulting, Tariff Engineering
China has traditionally dominated the global manufacturing scene. However, an increasing number of businesses are exploring other options to diversify their supply chains. If you’re an importer considering Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) countries like...
by Alex Pappas | Aug 2, 2023 | Compliance, FCL, Freight Forwarder, LCL, Logistics, logistics consulting, Ocean Freight, Ocean Freight Forwarding, supply chain consulting
The global shipping industry is an intricate network that orchestrates the movement of goods using ships, trains, and trucks. This guide will help you understand the important rules regarding the weight limits for 20-foot and 40-foot shipping containers as they...
by Alex Pappas | Jul 28, 2023 | Air Freight Forwarding, air imports, FCL, Freight Forwarder, Global Supply Chain News, LCL, Logistics, logistics consulting, Ocean Freight, Ocean Freight Forwarding, supply chain consulting
Every year, the US import peak season kicks off in July and lasts until October. This period, fueled by back-to-school purchases and holiday season preparations, typically sees a significant surge in US product demand. This surge often makes securing carrier space...
by Alex Pappas | Jun 22, 2023 | Air Freight Forwarding, Freight Forwarder, LCL, Logistics, logistics consulting, Ocean Freight Forwarding, supply chain consulting
Buyer’s Consolidation Explanation Suppose you’re an importer who frequently deals with multiple suppliers near a single origin port. In that case, you might miss an opportunity to improve your supply chain efficiency and reduce your landed cost. One...
by Alex Pappas | Apr 11, 2023 | Behind the Scenes, China, China Operations, China Supply Chain Support, Compliance, Freight Forwarder, Logistics, logistics consulting, Ocean Freight Forwarding, supply chain consulting
Our Chinese Operations Team & The Client Benefits Are you already familiar with the ins and outs of the logistics process, but feel like your current provider is holding you back? As a global importer, you know that logistics can be complex and time-consuming, and...