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Warehouse Operations: Optimizing the Picking Process

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As a best practice, warehouse managers should conduct an ABC analysis, properly document and review the current process to detect inefficiencies, and improve warehouse processes before introducing any form of warehouse automation and/or warehouse technology. full pallets, full cases, individual units, cargos).

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International Logistics: Deep Integration and Practice of RPA Technology

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Cargo Tracking and Updates : RPA can regularly access the logistics service provider’s system to obtain the latest logistics status and automatically update it to the company’s customer service platform. Statistics show that after introducing RPA technology, the company’s document processing accuracy rate reached 99%.

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Eight Essential Documents That Are Key to Shipping

MTS Logistics

On the other hand, you also need to know and understand the rules and regulations of exporting and importing, and crucially, you need the proper shipping documents. However, most documentation is still handled manually in some countries. Certificate of Analysis (Certificate of Inspection). Pro Forma Invoice. Packing List.

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Bill of Lading Types: How to Avoid the Detention and Demurrage Due to Documentation

MTS Logistics

In shipping, documentation, freight insurance, terminal problems, and trucking shortages are just a few of the problems we face today. But the biggest issue to address in the documentation category is the bill of lading (BL). It is the fastest release method because a shipper’s cargo is released as soon as it arrives.

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What is a Carnet?

MTS Logistics

A carnet is an international customs document that allows the temporary importation of goods for commercial purposes to and from a country without having to pay duties or value-added taxes on the goods. The carnet allows us to use this single document for clearing the goods through customs. The post What is a Carnet?

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Navigating a U.S. Logistics World with Border Closures: Unrealistic or a Potential Reality?

MTS Logistics

Immediately, a sudden border closure would cause backlogs at ports of entry and trucking disruptions, leading to delays in shipments and possible cargo pileups. Key impacts for Supply Chain and Freight Forwarders in the U.S.

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An Overview of Demurrage and Detention Charges for Import Cargo

MTS Logistics

The other important purpose of demurrage and detention charges is “incentive for cargo movement, ensuring that merchants return containers as soon as possible for a fast turnaround.” Also, the customs clearance process, missing documents, and miscommunications contribute to demurrage and detention charges.

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