Freight costs remain a significant concern for many businesses. Pressuring freight carriers to lower rates is a common tactic, but it often backfires due to the thin margins in the transport industry. Instead, focus on creating efficiencies by changing how you manage and present your freight…
High road freight costs and trucking service challenges are pressing issues. Knowing the common obstacles in road freight is crucial for improvement…
Over a relatively short period, a transport or fleet manager’s ability to support an efficient distribution network through route and delivery optimisation…
It’s a mistake to think it’s all about the freight “rate.” Efforts to reduce freight costs often miss important considerations. One significant mistake is when freight rates do not align with your actual shipping profile and volume…
Warehouse demand has surged as companies struggle to handle larger inventories post-pandemic. Many are upgrading or expanding facilities to keep up with demand. This trend is visible globally, including in Australia and North America. Cost-to-serve analysis is increasingly common, helping companies spot areas of high supply chain costs. Unlike traditional reporting, this method reveals hidden expenses, making it easier to streamline operations…
Trucks and vans are not cheap to run, so if you can save even a little on the cost of operating each vehicle in your fleet, those savings can mount up to a lot—and the more extensive…