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All About Accessorials

Accessorials are charged when a shipment requires additioanl services during transit. Some of the most common accessorials are explained below:

Inside Delivery - If the shipper or consignee requires the carrier to move freight inside a structure, inside delivery will be assessed to the shipment.

Shipping Hazardous Freight

When you have hazardous material that needs to be transported, GlobalForwarding.com and its network of over 85 national & regional LTL carriers can help! Our employees are trained experts and can help answer your questions, and make sure that you are in compliance with laws and regulations. It is important to note that state and federal regulations not only apply to the carrier, but to the shipper as well.

What Are Tariffs

Tariffs are essentially agreed-upon rates that a carrier offers to a customer. Tariffs are usually given in the form of a percentage discount, subtracted from the general rates offered to the public. A Tariff will usually govern all LTL shipments given to a certain carrier by the shipper. Using tariffs can become problematic when a shipper has several carrier relationships, and then must compare pricing on each shipment among each of several tariffs.

The US Trucking Company's Recruiting Problem

In our last blog post, we touched on the recruiting challenges facing the American trucking industry. According to some industry experts, this trend is so alarming, and has the potential to create such significant changes in the marketplace, we felt it deserved its own blog. According to the American Trucking Associations (ATA), the industry is about 30,000 drivers short of the number of drivers needed. Most alarming, however, is the prediction that Over the next 10 years, that number is set to rise to 200,000.

Saving on Freight - It's not always just about the rate

Often, shipping managers are quick to pick the lowest priced carrier for an LTL shipment. While price is certainly a big factor, there are some other things that should be considered in addition. Factors such as transit time, carrier safety records and on-time performace are key elements in making sure that you pick the right carrier for a given shipment. Frequency with which shipments are damaged by each carrier should also be given priority in the decision making process.

Overseas Distributors & Clients: Don't Say No!

Sometimes, manufacturers, wholesalers and distributors receive inquires from overseas companies who whish to distribute or resell their products. In many cases, the request is denied or not taken seriously because of the complexities that are sometimes feared when customs and international
shipping becomes involved. GlobalForwarding.com has a team of experts who are able to assist shippers with obtaining instant rates for shipments, helping with paperwork and customs issues, and planning overall logistcs and movement of products. In such cases, both revenues and profits can

Plastic vs. Wood Pallets

Plastic vs. Wood Pallets

Plastic pallets are becoming a common sight these days. The reasons are quite clear - plastic pallets have many advantages compared to their wood counterparts.

For starters, plastic pallets are easy to sanitize because they can be washed and disinfected between shipments. In foodservice logistics, this feature can help to reduce cross contamination and can also prevent the spread of foodborne illness because they don't absorb pathogens.

Computerized Advances Affect Shipping & Logistics

The manufacturing industry has seen huge innovations in the past 10 years, from advanced barcode scanners, conveyor systems and robotics to 3D printing and more. Just like the manufacturing industry, the transportation sector has seen new technology develop over recent years. Transportation, logistics and distribution systems have become completely computerized, allowing companies to have better control and visibility over their supply chains. In turn, companies require a more advanced level of computer literacy and ability to adapt to technology among new employees.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ocean Shipments

The ocean import/export team at GlobalForwarding.com has pointed out one of the most frequently asked questions among customers who are shipping freight overseas.

One of the most popular questions relates to the documentation & paperwork needed to import or export cargo. The answer is that the documentation required varies based on whether the shipment is an import or export, as well as the commodity being shipped.

Increased US Manufacturing

Policies enacted by the Obama administration have been designed to stimulate economic growth. The US manufacturing industry is one of the cornerstone supporters of local economies in ways that people may not realize. The manufacturing sector accounts for a large number of new American patents & the the research dollars behind their creation. Fields like 3D printing and digital manufacturing are the fastest growing segements of the market. It's a fact that the growth of the American manufacturing sector is outpacing the growth of the economy overall.

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