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Why Reverse Logistics Matter to Your Supply Chain Success

By Point To Point on November, 23 2021

The meteoric rise in e-commerce over the last several years has led to unprecedented retail sales. Unfortunately, it has also led to an unprecedented number of returns. It’s estimated that 30% of online orders are returned, as opposed to just under 9% for goods purchased from a brick & mortar retailer. Tracking these aftermarket activities can provide insight into your overall logistics management. Which is why shippers and suppliers alike need a sound reverse logistics plan.

Topics: Retail Freight Handling
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Transportation Management Systems: Simplify Your Shipping Efforts

By Point To Point on November, 23 2021

The term ‘Transportation Management System’ has become increasingly common in the logistics industry as companies look for ways to remain competitive in a rapidly changing marketplace.

Topics: Freight Handling
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Cross-Docking: Saving Time & Money For Shippers

By Point To Point on March, 24 2021

When it comes to volume shipments, distribution can become complex. From managing multiple pickup and delivery points across less-than-truckload and truckload operations, finding ways to increase efficiency and reduce overall costs is an achievable goal. Utilizing cross-docking services is a prime example of how shippers can find ways to save time, money, and paperwork.

Topics: Freight Handling
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Supply Chain Disruptions: When Unexpected Disasters Hit

By Point To Point on February, 24 2021

Supply chain disruptions tend to strike when we least expect them. In many cases, they are often the result of events that are out of our control. From inclement weather to international relations, and even pandemics, on-time freight delivery can never be fully guaranteed. However, planning ahead and communicating with consumers can help shippers and service providers reduce the impact. 

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Yukon Outfitters: Pivoting In A Pandemic

By Point To Point on September, 21 2020

It would be fair to say that Yukon Outfitters has always had a knack for “adaptation.” For proof, you don’t have to look any further than the story of how the company got its start.

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Visual Comfort & Co.: Investing In Tech, Investing In People

By Point To Point on September, 21 2020

It's a story as American as apple pie: A lighting salesman begins tinkering with manufacturing designs of his own, using nights and weekends to build lamps in his garage. Over time, he starts selling them to mom-and-pop lighting stores, until he can afford to buy a space in a popular industry trade show.

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How To Keep Import History & Volume Confidential For 2 Years At A Time

By Point To Point on June, 30 2020

We get asked many times a year by clients how they can keep their import shipment history confidential.  US Customs has created a new portal where companies can request confidentiality for their shipment history, including origins, product variety, volumes and numerous other data elements. This system allows shippers to protect their sensitive commercial data from their competitors.
Topics: International
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USMCA: How The 'New NAFTA' Will Impact The Trucking Industry

By Point To Point on April, 15 2020

On January 16th, the long-delayed United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) was passed by the United States Senate by a vote of 89 to 10. On January 29th, President Trump signed it into effect. This agreement, drawn up as a replacement for the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) of 1994, offers many modifications that are expected to provide an uptick in cross-border trade.

Topics: International
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Freight Consolidation: The Benefits and Drawbacks

By Point To Point on February, 27 2020

As demand has risen in both brick-and-mortar and e-commerce supply chains, shippers have been faced with a challenge. Smaller and more frequent orders mean shorter lead times and less product to fill a truck. That forces consumer packaged goods (CPG) shippers to use less-than-truckload services more often.

Topics: Freight Handling