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Focus is everything... "$200k in labor savings is much easier than adding $2 million in revenue." Coming out of a massive period of growth, the logistics leader that shared this with me is now focused on cost savings. Why? Because the difficulty of getting a single dollar to the bottom line depends a lot on where that dollar came from. I'm proud of the Conduit - Dock & Yard OS team for helping our customers realize savings like this and increase profitability by driving efficiency in shipping and receiving. p.s. this example is for a single warehouse.

Shocking to hear this every week but I still do..... A lot of 3PL folks do not understand their margins... The top phrases I hear when I ask about rates / margins: 1. "Jim Bob down the street - his rates are $XX." 2. "My other customers are willing to pay $XX" 3. "That's our standard rate sheet that's all I know" I have seen 3PL's propose 60% margin on projects as well as -5% margin on projects. The 3PLs who are going to thrive long term understand one thing about proposing rates: Rates = cost of the task + margin goal. Do not shoot for the moon to make up for your low / lost margins on other clients or you will price yourself out of the market - Do not shoot too low just to gain business or you will regret it later. #3PL #thirdpartylogistics #warehousing #fulfillment #logistics #

This is the "About me" section Basically, it's all about what we solve for 🚚 🚆 ⚓ The next tender season is just around the corner, bringing new opportunities and challenges. Now is the perfect time to get prepared, optimize your Pricing strategy, Margins and Win-rates. Looking to make the most of this tender season? #FreightPricing #TenderSeason

Backed by an extensive career in logistics, John Bruce has served as director of operations at Pipeline Packaging for almost five years. He shared how our warehousing services help maximize efficiency and minimize costs for customers. “With Pipeline’s warehousing services, our value proposition is being able to stock inventory when customers need it,” Bruce said. “Trying to manage lead times and juggle multiple suppliers can place a huge strain on the production line. That’s why we try to advocate for these value-added services to ease the burden for our customers.” https://lnkd.in/gcitdw_W

Exciting News! 🎉 We're thrilled to announce our latest branch in Dallas, TX is now open for business! 🌟 Led by Grace Eversole, join us as we expand our reach to better serve you and meet your logistics needs. #Logistics #SupplyChain #Shipping #Transportation #Warehousing #Distribution #Freight #Cargo #SupplyChainManagement #LogisticsManagement #ShippingIndustry #LogisticsSolutions #EfficientLogistics #LogisticsNetwork #SupplyChainOptimization #LogisticsTechnology

3PL partners are facing real-time margin compression, and it’s hitting from multiple angles. They’re dealing with rising real estate costs, higher material handling charges, and increased labor expenses. The cost of doing business has gone up across the board, and they’re having to pass some of that burden onto their customers. Those customers, in turn, are feeling the pinch too. From 3PL services, warehouse providers, trucking companies, to packaging costs, everyone is seeing rising expenses, creating a trickle-down effect. As a result, businesses are searching for ways to boost operational efficiency—not just to cut costs, but to strike a balance between delivering high-quality service and managing expenses. Are you noticing this trend in your business as well? Would love to hear your thoughts in the comment section below!

This is such a good article on advantages and disadvantages of drayage services.  https://lnkd.in/efv9vBYD It encapsulates the main pros and cons of this industry that we have experienced first hand. 🙂   For instance one disadvantage we have experienced is that our local port in Norfolk, VA the NIT & PPCY closes on the weekend 😕 which makes it challenging to accommodate picking up boxes at that time.  An advantage is when shippers need to move loads from ports to local areas nearby it can be done quickly and cost effectively 💹 .  Those are some things to keep in mind. REPLY in the comments any advantages or disadvantages you have experienced in using drayage services? Follow me, I post regularly on #logistics, #supplychainmanagement, #GlobalTrade, #ContainerShipping #PortLogistics and more

"Being able to free up someone’s time in the facility, especially an inventory control specialist, really allows us to redeploy that person’s time and activity around the warehouse to help be more effective and improve operations," says Joe Oliaro, VP of Sales and Chief Real Estate Officer at #3PL Wagner Logistics. Learn more about how Wagner was able to optimize their time, labor and resources with our inventory monitoring solution. Watch the full webinar here 👇 https://hubs.li/Q02w1Mcg0

Here are some key services I can provide:- (1)Carrier Sourcing and Negotiation:- Leveraging my extensive network of reputable carriers, I can secure competitive rates and ensure timely delivery of your goods. (2)Logistics Coordination:- From pickup to final destination, I will oversee every aspect of the transportation process, providing real-time updates and proactive communication along the way. (3)Customized Solutions:- Whether you require expedited shipping, temperature-controlled transportation, or specialized handling, I will tailor our services to meet your unique needs. (4)Cost Optimization:- By analyzing your shipping patterns and identifying opportunities for consolidation and route optimization, I can help reduce your transportation costs without compromising on service quality.

Time is money, and market rates are down. If there was ever a time for partner business’s to stick together, it’s in todays economy. We are actively seeking partner vendors with similar values to extend our customers a solid logistical service. We are seeking partners for warehousing & freight-forwarding in the following southeast US regions. Atlanta,GA & area Charlotte, NC & area Orlando, FL & area Birmingham, AL & area If refrigerated storage available, bonus - not required. Time is money, and market rates are down. If there was ever a time for carriers to stick together, it’s in todays economy. Did you know, we have general freight LTL service to Chicago available daily? ————— 519-419-1371