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How Does a Fuel Surcharge Work?
We can’t think of any shippers that like to see fuel surcharges added to the invoices they get from transportation companies. But the more you learn about how a fuel surcharge works, and why transportation companies use them, the more it can help you understand why they are there. But…
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How Warehouse Management Systems Work
Considering that they weren’t even a thing not too long ago, it’s difficult to imagine how anyone can run a warehouse without a proper warehouse management system (WMS). But to understand how a warehouse management system works, you still need to understand traditional warehouse operations, staffing requirements and all the…
4 Supply Chain Optimization Tips
There’s a very easy way to know if you need supply chain optimization. Here it is: every supply chain, no matter how well-oiled and efficient it is, needs optimizing. Did you optimize your supply chain last year? It needs optimizing now. Have all the latest mobile, real-time, GPS-tracking technology? Your…