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The Freight Forwarder’s Era: The Top Advantages of Working with a Freight Forwarder

MTS Logistics

Let’s start with some definitions of what a freight forwarder is. A freight forwarder is a person or company that coordinates and organizes the movement of shipments on behalf of a shipper by partnering with carriers who transport cargo by ships, airplanes, trucks, and railroads.

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The Future of Freight and How Brokers Fit In

GlobalTranz

Cerasis is by legal definition a freight broker. Although our claim to fame is our web based TMS freight rating technology, the Cerasis Rater , which includes a technology suite of products and integrated managed transportation services , it is in our interest to understand the future of freight and how we as freight brokers fit in.

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Ten Ideas for Freight Cost Reduction in Your Supply Chain

Logistics Bureau

As freight transportation costs continue to rise year-on-year, manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers and any other organisations that are part of a supply chain must think smarter about pushing down the cost of moving goods from A to B. Many companies use air freight more for reliability than speed.

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Misconceived Ideas of Project Freight

MTS Logistics

Many of those employed in logistics understand that the industry has a certain level of complexity with day to day movement of freight. When dealing with project freight, it can be very tricky at times. While every shipment requires close attention to detail and care, project freight can be a different beast altogether.

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Why data source matters to accurately and objectively assess the over the road trucking market

FreightWaves SONAR

The digital age has presented a wealth of opportunities for the over the road trucking market. Shippers and carriers should make more definitive decisions in selecting their data sources. It is the implementation of real-time freight data. Market volatility presents a logistical challenge for the trucking industry.

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The Definitive Guide to Transportation and Logistics Terminology

GlobalTranz

There are many terms in logistics to consider, such as last mile logistics and last mile delivery , but they end up sounding confusing because all freight has a last mile portion. Broker (freight): Individual or company that serves as a liaison between another individual/company that needs shipping services and an authorized motor carrier.

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Documents for Freight Shipping: A Definitive Guide

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Freight Invoice. Your shipping fees are listed and broken down in your freight invoice. In the case you are using a freight forwarding company, you will receive a Forwarder’s Certificate of Receipt as proof that the goods were actually handed over to them. Forwarder’s Certificate of Receipt. Consular invoice. Letter of Credit.