Strategic planning can be defined as an effective management tool that enables a company to optimize its performance for long-term benefits. Although the transportation and logistics industry is extremely volatile, working with a plan has several advantages for freight forwarders. For example, it helps you focus your efforts, encourages your team to work with a…
A container ship with tonnes of chemicals has started sinking off the Sri Lankan coast. Already heaps of plastic pellets have polluted the fishing waters in Sri Lanka and the authorities are viewing this as one of the country’s most appalling marine disasters. Keep reading today’s blog to find out a detailed report about the…
The ability to adapt to difficult circumstances is one of the best skills of freight forwarders. Successfully overcoming last-minute issues is their daily task. But the digital transformation, together with a worldwide pandemic has put freight forwarders to one of the major tests in their careers. The digital transformation is now happening in the industry and…
The One Belt One Road (OBOR) Initiative is a colossal, long-term project on part of the Chinese government with participation from several other nations. The goal of this project is to enhance international trade and improve logistics for the promotion of global economic development. China is consistently urging other countries to cooperate on all fronts….
On 1st January 2021, the implementation of the African Continent Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) has finally allowed the African nations to officially commence trade under a new free trade area across the continent. The AfCFTA has created the largest free market in the world by connecting 1.3 billion people from 55 nations with a total…
The transportation and logistics industry is constantly evolving. The supply chain industry is no longer limited to PowerPoint presentations, spreadsheets, phones, and emails. Moreover, because of the technological innovations this industry has undergone substantial changes that has created a reliance on a multi functional team. Professionals in this industry need to have several skills to…
Although it has been over two years since the launch of Uber Freight, there is still a lot of talk over the rise of this app and its implications on independent freight forwarders. Moreover, this topic has become all the more relevant ever since Uber Freight has expanded its presence in Europe. Keep reading today’s…
Many independent freight agents still depend on traditional business-to-business (B2B) marketing channels for promoting their companies. Logistics companies that still focus on cold calling, relationship management, and conventional media outlets are running the risk of losing out on a lot of new customers. In other words, it is high time for the supply chain industry…
The pandemic has greatly added to our stress levels and this is especially true of workers in the logistics industry who are having to deal with additional work pressure. Logistics is one of those industries that specialize in disaster response. For this reason, it is not surprising that employees in this sector are currently extremely…
There are a number of certifications that can greatly boost the credentials of freight forwarders. Regardless of whether you are a newcomer in this sector or a veteran forwarder with years of experience, obtaining one or more of this prestigious accreditation will help get a formidable presence in the international logistics sector. In this post,…