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What is a White Glove Transportation Service?

MTS Logistics

White glove transportation services generally refers to the last mile of delivery, but may include the first mile of delivery, as well as the in-between parts of the delivery. For example, say a rare piece of art needs to be delivered to New York City from Los Angeles and must get there in less than three days for an exhibition.

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Visibility-Driven Workflow for Transportation Execution

Talking Logistics

If you can track an Uber driver or an Amazon package delivery on your smartphone, why can’t supply chain visibility be just as easy? You need to meet the data where it’s at. JP offered many other insights and examples of how companies can drive value from supply chain and transportation visibility.

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The New Expectations of Customer Courtesy in the Digital Age

WorkWave

Simply put, the speed and diversity of the digital age have changed the way that customer service teams operate to meet consumers’ expectations in today’s tech-driven world. Sometimes, this means using software that identifies the quickest-possible routes for package delivery. Customers Desire Independence.

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Should You Use Google Maps for Trucks?

WorkWave

When using Google Maps for trucks drivers have to consider whether it meets their needs. The impacts of vehicle size, priorities when traveling, and delivery requirements all exceed what Google Maps can comfortably handle, from the height of specific overpasses to the width of roads you may need to go down. Special Delivery Formats.

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The Best Practices of LTL Shipping

GlobalTranz

Small package shipments are routinely reserved for orders that weigh less than 150 pounds. For example, the individual items on a UPS truck for neighborhood delivery would be considered small package, but even UPS offers LTL services. The process can continue Ward small package shipping for final delivery.

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What You Need to Know About the State of eCommerce Logistics

GlobalTranz

Consumers are expressing an unprecedented amount of power through eCommerce, and in fact, eCommerce logistics is growing increasingly reliant on small parcel and package delivery options daily. For example, the location of distribution centers impacts the distance between warehouse and consumer.

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How to Start a Delivery Business

WorkWave

For example, do you plan or purchase the equipment outright? Legal Steps Involved in Starting a Home Delivery Business. The best structure for starting a home delivery business would be the LLC. While the other business structures are suitable, you may have to meet many more requirements. Develop a Business Plan.