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Electronic Data Interchange or EDI in Transportation: Breaking Down What it is and How It Works

GlobalTranz

In this series, we will first talk about how EDI in transportation works and what it is, covering the history of EDI in transportation, the definition, how it works technically, and then some common EDI codes used within the transportation industry. Having people involved slows down the processing of the documents and also introduces errors.

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What is LTL Shipping and How Does it Work?

3PL Links

This article will provide a detailed reference to LTL shipping, including the definition of LTL, shipping prices, delivery method, and how to manage your LTL shipment to the fullest. They will point out the documents that you need to prepare, such as business invoicing for air or ocean shipments. What is LTL freight?

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What Are Exports? Definition and process

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

Your inland carrier is the truck or carrier company that picks up the goods and transports them to and from the warehouses and ports on both sides of the journey. Once you or your bank has made the documents available to them, your importer will take possession of the goods [link] [link]

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What is a routing guide and what are best practices to create one

FreightWaves SONAR

And according to Brian Straight of FreightWaves , a routing guide is a living document that enables faster transportation management and keeps freight spend under control based on lane volatility, seen also within SONAR SCI Lane Acuity. What is a routing guide : a list of preferred carriers for tendering freight.

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International Truckload Shipping To and From Mexico: The Basics

Trinity Logistics

If you’re looking to export your finished goods into Mexico for sale or consumption – this is called “definite” importation. In its journey from country to country, a different carrier will be delivering your freight than the original carrier who picked it up.

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Difference between Maritime, Shipping, Freight, Logistics and Supply Chain

Shipping and Freight Resource

In this article I unpack the difference between Maritime, Shipping, Freight, Logistics and Supply Chain and how it is all connected, starting with some simple definitions of these terms. Issuing bill of lading and other documentation for all cargo loaded. Ensure safe loading and discharging of the cargo. Supply Chain.

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EDI Integration For Shippers: 6 Myths Busted with the Real Truths

GlobalTranz

Today we pick up our series on all things Electronic Data Interchange or EDI by busting the common myths around implementing an EDI Integration program. While there is a cost associated with EDI integration, it is definitely worth it. The language and documents of shipping are complicated and immense.