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The Basics of Clearing Customs with Christopher Wall

The Logistics of Logistics

Zeus Logics is a full-service, digital-first customs brokerage platform, enhanced by a suite of global trade management tools. Stores and organizes all documents in a centralized digital library—not siloed email systems. Provides instant document access to solve customs problems and speed audits. About Zeus Logics. Piece count.

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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. Packing List. Pro Forma Invoice. Bill of Lading (BOL). Certificate of Origin.

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Items You Should Never Pack In A Cargo Shipping Container

Trans Global Auto Logistics

Items You Should Never Pack In A Cargo Shipping Container. You must think twice before you pack certain items. To help you plan your international move, here are some items you should never pack in a cargo shipping container. Any items that could potentially explode or burst into flame should not be packed into cargo containers.

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Supply Chain Automation – Is Australia Ready?

Logistics Bureau

Supply chain automation refers to the tools and technologies we can use to make manual tasks automated, reducing the need for human workers. Supply chain automation tools allow you to create a more resilient, efficient, and competitive business. What is Supply Chain Automation?

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Inventory Management vs. Warehouse Management

The Logistics of Logistics

Where it can get complicated is if the IMS is also capable of setting inventory targets and executing to reach those targets through tools such forecasting and procurement functionality, which are not usually WMS functions. The WMS will also direct the order packing and/or staging processes as well as actual truck loading.

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What is Order Picking?

Logistics Bureau

If we discount full pallet Order Picking, we mainly see two types of Order Picking operations or a combination of: Split Case where cartons are opened and some of the contents picked and packed for despatch to the client. A properly designed order picking document can also increase the accuracy of the Order Picking operation.

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Documenting Your Shipping Process: A How-To Guide

GoShip Blog

Documenting your shipping process can improve efficiency, operational agility, and customer satisfaction. . Why you should document your shipping process . Although documentation can be a little time-consuming, it is a powerful tool that can save you more time and resources than you put into it.