Articles Related to: How to Use Expedited Service For Painless Shipping to Mexico

Articles related to How to Use Expedited Service For Painless Shipping to Mexico

Cross-border Trade, Mexico, Canada, Global Logistics

Of Course We’re Claiming NAFTA

Many companies falsely claim preferential duty treatment under NAFTA. This article outlines the right way to do it.

3PL, Economic Development, Cross-border Trade, Mexico, Global Logistics, Manufacturing, Site Selection, Supply Chain Management, Latin America

Cross-Border Trade: Made in Mexico

U.S. companies stand to gain from establishing manufacturing operations in Mexico – if they manage the challenges.

Cross-border Trade, Mexico, Global Logistics, Manufacturing, Partnership, Supply Chain Management, Latin America

Maximize Nearshoring Value to Minimize Supply Chain Complexity

Shifting production closer to the U.S. can benefit supply chains, but nearshoring also presents obstacles.

Cross-border Trade, Mexico, Manufacturing, Latin America

Nearshoring in Mexico: The Benefits of Shared Borders

Manufacturing in Mexico gives U.S. companies quality control, lower transportation costs, and faster transit times.

Asia, Cross-border Trade, Mexico, Manufacturing, Risk Management, Supply Chain Management, Latin America

Shoring up Sourcing Strategies

Shifting manufacturing operations in Asia back to North America provides companies more control of their supply chains, says Steve Sensing of Ryder Supply Chain Solutions.

Asia, Cross-border Trade, Mexico, Global Logistics, Trucking, Latin America

Global Logistics—May 2013

Hong Kong strike threatens port’s reputation, shakes up competition; DUBAL turns to SAP for inbound control; NAFTA cross-border trade grows for second consecutive year amid recurring safety concerns; Texas pushes for heavier produce trucks from Mexico

Cross-border Trade, Mexico

U.S.—Mexico Trade: Two-Way Traffic

The emergence of integrated third-party logistics (3PL) solutions, expanded and improved intermodal service offerings, and creative collaborations to optimize transport resources has prompted many companies to expand operations in Mexico.

Cross-border Trade, Mexico, Risk Management, Latin America

Beating the Odds in Latin America

Multinational corporations are gambling on the Latin American market's growth potential. But meeting the region's supply chain challenges requires an understanding of local markets, strategic planning, and strong partnerships.

Cross-border Trade, Mexico, Security

Shipping Cross-Border and Within Mexico

Troy Ryley and Jose Minarro, managing directors for Transplace Mexico, offer tips for shipping freight cross-border and within Mexico.

3PL, Global Economy, Import, Export, Cross-border Trade, Mexico, Latin America

Capitalizing on Mexico’s Economic Growth

Jose Fernando Nava, president, DHL Supply Chain, Latin America shows shippers how to capitalize on Mexico's attraction as a growing consumer market.

Air Cargo, Green Logistics, Cross-border Trade, Mexico, China, Health Care Logistics, Agriculture Logistics, Global Economy, Import, Export, Global Logistics, Ocean, Transportation Infrastructure

Global Logistics—September 2010

Mexico Taxes U.S. Imports, Audi's carbon friendly cars and carbon friendly transportation, Australia labors over transportation expansion, UPS opens health care logistics hubs in Singapore and China, U.S. football imports from China

Cross-border Trade, Mexico, Trucking

It’s Time to Implement Cross-Border Trucking

Fully implementing cross-border trucking policy benefits both the United States and Mexico, writes Kyle Burns of Free Trade Alliance.

Cross-border Trade, Mexico

Ask The (M)experts

For an update on customs, infrastructure, and manufacturing, IL went straight to the supply chain leaders and economic development experts who make Mexico their business.

Expedited Shipping, Technology , Visibility

Five Solutions to Costly Time-Critical Shipping Challenges

How can logistics professionals ensure time-critical shipments are more likely to arrive on time? Here are five critical factors.

Cross-border Trade, Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

4 Strategies for Effective Cross-Border Logistics

With a wave of overseas supplier disruptions due to COVID-19 and resulting supply shortages that bottlenecked operations across the supply chain, many companies are considering nearshoring to Canada and Mexico to minimize risk and potential disruptions.

Cross-border Trade, Mexico, Ports

New Directions in U.S.-Mexico Trade and Logistics

As U.S.-Mexico trade is flourishing, Port Tampa Bay is well positioned to accommodate the continued strong growth of its container business.

E-commerce, Expedited Shipping

The Need for Shipping Speed

Consumers now make 58% of their purchases online since COVID-19 began compared to just 32% before the pandemic, and many will spend more for expedited shipping, a new survey says.

Expedited Shipping, Expedited Air, Expedited Ground

Expedited Carriers Guide 2020

To help make sense of all the expedited delivery options, we compiled this A-to-Z guide to some leading expedited carriers who can get your shipments where they need to go, as fast as they need to get there.

Cross-border Trade, Global Trade Management

USMCA FAQ

The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) replaced the North American Free Trade Agreement to drive mutually beneficial trade among the three countries. Thomas Insights answers some key FAQs about the agreement.

Expedited Shipping, Security, Sustainability

Great Expectations

Even amid economic uncertainty, shoppers expect global businesses to maintain fast and transparent delivery, improve environmental sustainability, and keep personal data secure, according to new research from project44

Cross-border Trade, Canada, Partnership

Cross-Border Logistics: Supply Chain Synergy

Bolstered by a new trade deal, the longstanding partnership between Canada and the United States thrives during the COVID-19 pandemic, providing ample opportunity for companies that offer cross-border solutions.

E-commerce, Expedited Shipping, Last Mile Delivery

True Next Day—Why It Matters

As retailers compete for the perfect delivery experience and consumers continue to pay premiums for speed and reliability, last-mile delivery is key for growth and profitability.

Import, Cross-border Trade, Freight Forwarders

Tips for Shipping Across the Mexico Border

A checklist of five critical questions to ask before booking your next cross-border load.

Expedited Shipping, Expedited Air, Expedited Ground, Logistics

TURBOCHARGED! Secrets of Expedited Shipping

This story explores the strategies that expedited carriers use to deliver freight within the tight time windows their customers require.

Cross-border Trade, Supply Chain

Tariffs: Is it Time to Rethink What Goes Where?

Three messages for companies trying to adapt to the new tariffs and rules of U.S. trade with China.

Cross-border Trade, Global Trade Management, Supply Chain

Avoiding the Trade War Squeeze

As trade volatility between the United States and China escalates, shippers find few options for avoiding a painful squeeze.

Expedited Shipping, Transportation Management, Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Saving More Than $38 Million In Less Than 24 Months - nVision Global

By utilizing nVision Global’s Impact TMS, a shipper saved more than €34,000,000 by avoiding expedited freight costs. The company improved transportation planning, optimization capabilities, workflow management, and exception handling.

Cross-border Trade, Vendor Compliance, Supply Chain

Don't Gamble With Trade Compliance

The complex international trade environment requires due diligence for shippers to remain compliant with ever-changing rules and restrictions.

E-commerce, Expedited Shipping, Fulfillment, Logistics

How Shippers Can Relieve Consumers' Delivery Anxiety

Delivery anxiety is the anxiety consumers feel when they don’t know when they are going to receive their order or when shipping costs push the total order cost too high. Removing delivery anxiety, your single largest obstacle to converting orders, can result in an up to 20% increase in sales, happier customers, fewer calls to customer support, and an optimized delivery network.

Mexico, Expedited Ground, Logistics, Transportation

How to Use Expedited Service For Painless Shipping to Mexico - Continental Expedited Services

An expedited service can help manage the complexities associated with cross-border trade with Mexico. The speed of the service—as well as the level of communication that is provided—can simplify the process of moving goods in either direction.

Cross-border Trade, Mexico, Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics I.T., Transportation Management, Transportation

Solved: Optimizing and Speeding Up Shipments to Mexico - Transplace

Manufacturer of drywall and joint compound USG partnered with Transplace and was able to reduce the delivery time of its product from 6 weeks to 48 hours to Mexico—leading to double-digit sales growth.

Cross-border Trade, Canada, Logistics, Supply Chain

Canada: Ties That Bind

The U.S.-Canada cross-border trade relationship remains robust in an evolving regulatory environment.

E-commerce, Canada, Cross-border Trade, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Retail

U.S./Canada Trade Remains Strong, With Plenty of Opportunity for Growth - Purolator

John Costanzo of Purolator International discusses the latest trade trends between the United States and Canada.

Mexico, Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain

Tom Ciepichal: Centered On Supply Chain Strategy

Profile of Tom Ciepichal, vice president, operational excellence and supply chain, with Dover Energy, a segment of Dover Corporation

Mexico, Global Logistics, Freight Forwarders, Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Transportation

Global Logistics—February 2017

Mexican border wall becomes issue in trade negotiations, e-commerce companies making headway in logistics services marketplace, Agility Emerging Markets Index shows bleak future for free trade.

Cross-border Trade, Global Logistics, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Supply Chain

5 Steps to Reduce Supply Chain Risks When Going Global

While the rewards of global operations are substantial, so are the risks. Compliance failures delay shipments, disrupt operations, and negatively impact your bottom line. These five tips will help you mitigate risk.

Mexico, Global Logistics, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Supply Chain

Making a Run for the Border

The logistics of trade between the United States and Mexico has changed significantly in the 20-plus years since NAFTA was enacted. There are still issues, most notably border delays and an imbalance of goods flowing north and south, but there are bright spots supported by an influx of foreign direct investment in Mexico, too.

Import, Export, Mexico, Global Logistics, Supply Chain, Latin America

Latin American Logistics: Learning the Tricks of the Trades

Working with a specialist can smooth the sometimes troubled logistical waters between the United States and Central and South America.

Expedited Shipping, Trucking, Specialized Logistics, Transportation

Baseball Logistics: Hitting a Home Run Every Trip

Each year, 30 Major League Baseball teams travel for spring training and dozens of road games in a complex logistics web that's all the more incredible for its anonymity. When you're carrying all the bats, the game can't start until the truck arrives.

Global Economy, Import, Export, Cross-border Trade, Global Logistics

Why Global Trade Needs a Rebrand

Visibility into the supply chain is clearer than ever, dramatically cutting the time from order to production and shipment. To bring the same transparency and efficiency to global trade, we need common sense changes. Find out how shippers can benefit.

Cross-border Trade, Canada, Global Logistics, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Supply Chain

Global Logistics—November 2016

DHL survey gives insight into international trade; Trade growth expected between Canada and United States; Hanjin Shipping shuts down operations in Europe

Expedited Shipping, Temperature-Sensitive Goods, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology , Specialized Logistics

Fast But Steady Wins The Expedited Race

More companies are relying on expedited shipping a regular part of their inbound transportation planning. However, intelligent systems are helping reduce the need for the Hail Mary emergency moves.

Cross-border Trade, Canada, Supply Chain

Top 5 Things Shippers Need to Know about the Canadian eManifest

The Canadian eManifest improves security by receiving cargo and conveyance information before a shipment arrives at the border. Here's what companies involved in U.S.–Canada highway transport should know about the regulation to improve efficiency, boost productivity, and increase compliance rates.

Import, Export, Cross-border Trade, Global Logistics

Getting Ready for ACE

The business of importing and exporting with the United States reaches a milestone at the end of 2016 when the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) is fully implemented. To make its rollout seamless, FedEx developed a contingency approach that can be useful to other organizations as they adapt to this new era in trade.

Mexico, Logistics, Supply Chain

Politically Direct

Border discussions may be politically incorrect but they are necessary.

Mexico, Global Logistics, Logistics, Rail, Supply Chain, Transportation

Global Logistics—August 2016

U.S./Mexico Unified Cargo Processing removes border wait times; CRBC struggles to win local support in Kenya; PwC releases Q2 Transportation and Logistics M&A report

Mexico, Logistics, Partnership, Supply Chain

What You Need to Know About Nearshoring

When a company initiates a nearshoring program, it is critical to have a partnership with a transportation and logistics company that understands the dynamics of logistics in that country.

Cross-border Trade, Canada, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Ocean, Ports, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Cross-Border Trade is On a Roll

U.S.-Canada cross-border trade continues to be a mutually beneficial partnership between nations with a long history of friendship.

Cross-border Trade, Logistics, Supply Chain, Security

How Secure Is Your Air and Ocean Cargo?

Keeping cargo secure requires visibility and the automation technology to enable this view into your shipments. Additionally, immediate access to rapidly changing requirements for import and export activities plays a key role in light of new security concerns.

Cross-border Trade, Supply Chain

The EU’s Union Customs Code: New Opportunities for Greater Efficiency, Transparency, and Simplicity

On May 1, 2016, North American companies that trade with the EU and those with operations in the EU witnessed the beginning of the largest change to European customs procedures in the past 20 years. Find out more about the Union Customs Code (UCC).

Global Economy, Mexico, China, Global Logistics, Risk Management, Sustainability

Global Logistics—January 2016

Shippers unprepared for supply chain disruptions; China wants pirate hunting base in Horn of Africa; bringing cargo into Kenya; India ramps up transportation infrastructure development; air cargo carriers seek to cut costs without sacrificing growth; Amazon invests in India; China’s greenest supply chains; international shrimp supply chain linked to human trafficking and slavery; World Trade Organization rules to abolish agricultural subsidies; Mexico and U.S. sign liberalized air transport deal; global manufacturers shift production to Bangladesh, Thailand, Korea and Vietnam

Mexico, China, Automotive Logistics, Global Logistics, Chemical Logistics, Manufacturing

Are Manufacturers Ready to Reshore?

While a U.S. manufacturing revitalization is happening in some sectors, the chances of a wholesale national shift occurring are more rhetoric than reality in the current market.

Cross-border Trade, Canada, Intermodal, Logistics, Partnership, Rail, Transportation, Supply Chain Management

O Canada!

In the logistics of trade, the relationship between Canada and the United States is both friendly and advantageous on both sides of the border.

3PL, Cross-border Trade, Canada, Logistics Solutions Providers, Third-Party Logistics

Three Tips for Doing Business in Canada

When selling products across the northern border, these three tips can help.

3PL, Cross-border Trade, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Partnership, Supply Chain Management

It's Time for an Automotive Aftermarket Logistics Tuneup

Aftermarket parts providers must take advantage of innovations in the supply chain to remain competitive in today’s global market.

3PL, Cross-border Trade, Canada, Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain Management

What is Globalization Doing to the World of Logistics?

Globalization has a dramatic impact on strategic sourcing, logistics excellence, and supply chain management. Here’s how your company can become a preferred employer in today’s global age.

E-commerce, Global Economy, Mexico, China, Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain Management

Rethinking the Global Supply Chain

Shifting global dynamics and internal business process changes are compelling manufacturers and retailers to challenge the status quo and reinvent their supply chains.

Mexico, China, Global Economy, Logistics, Rail, Safety, Transportation, Supply Chain Management, Latin America

Global Logistics—January 2015

United States gives Mexican truck drivers the green light for cross-border moves; Uber pilots cargo service in Hong Kong; Latin American rail freight market ripe for investment; Panama Canal Authority restructures its toll system; Turkey and Iran toil over truck fees; Global airfreight market set for steady growth; Lithuania railroad faces antitrust inquiry over competitive switching practices

Intermodal, Mexico, Canada, Logistics, Rail, Supply Chain Management

Rail Freight: What’s Coming Down the Track?

We hit the road this past fall to get an up close view, around the bend, of where the railroad industry is tracking in 2015 and beyond.

3PL, Pharmaceutical Logistics, Mexico, Health Care Logistics, Distribution, Manufacturing, Logistics, Specialized Logistics, Supply Chain Management

Medical Devices: A Tale of Two Countries

It was the worst of times for U.S./Mexico healthcare. Can demand-driven logistics make it the best of times?

Expedited Shipping, Supply Chain Management

Adapting Your Supply Chain for the Future…Now

The best way shippers and consignees can accommodate speed and reliability is to practice demand-driven logistics.

3PL, Mexico, Transportation Infrastructure, Latin America

3PL Partnerships Can Ease Burden on LATAM Manufacturers

Latin America is fast becoming the destination of choice for companies looking to expand their global footprint, and 3PLs with knowledge and regional expertise will be valuable partners.

Mexico, Supply Chain Management, Latin America

Nearshoring: Mexico – Is It Time?

Mexico presents an attractive option for U.S.-based companies moving all or a portion of their supply chains closer to home.

Google Shopping Express driver and delivery van

E-commerce, Expedited Shipping, Partnership, Risk Management, Trucking

Trends—August 2014

Google and Barnes & Noble partner to provide same-day book delivery; Shippers prioritize day-to-day problem-solving over contingency planning; APICS and SCC merge; Transplace identifies four areas key to preferred shipper status

E-commerce, Cross-border Trade, Canada, Global Logistics, Ocean, Ports, Rail

Global Logistics—August 2014

DB Schenker tests silent brake blocks; India changes policy for e-commerce foreign investment; Canada opens Customs Self Assessment preferences to U.S. shippers; Global steamship lines raise rates; European ports struggle with congestion and larger ships

3PL, Import, Export, Cross-border Trade, Canada, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Transportation Infrastructure, Transportation

U.S.-Canada Trade: Getting a Line on Cross-Border Shipments

Cross-border import and export trade between the United States and Canada requires planning and expertise.

Expedited Shipping, Health Care Logistics

Shipment Visibility: SilverStaff Passes the Test

SilverStaff, a medical testing lab, used a Web-based portal to improve shipment visibility of inbound specimens.

Cross-border Trade, Global Trade Management, Logistics I.T.

Automating Key Steps to Strategically Optimize Inbound Supply Chains

Best in class companies use a variety of global trade automation tools to lower inbound costs and improve processes.

Cross-border Trade, Global Logistics

The Benefits of Using a Foreign Trade Zone

Importers and exporters can achieve cost savings by using a foreign trade zone.

A ship's steering wheel with directions attached for three different plans

Import, Export, Cross-border Trade, Global Logistics, Ports, Risk Management, Supply Chain Management

Steering Clear of Supply Chain Disruptions

Companies make contingency plans to prepare for possible supply chain disruptions caused by port labor negotiations.

Boomerang with symobls representing U.S. and Canada on each end

Cross-border Trade, China, Canada, Economic Development, Asia, Reverse Logistics, Global Logistics, Labor Management, Manufacturing, Retail, Ports, Transportation Infrastructure, Latin America

Global—February 2014

China and Taiwan depend on one another; Emirates targets multimodal transportation infrastructure investment; Chile port strike ends, concerns remain; Free online returns stoke Canadian consumption but place onus on U.S. retailers; Europe looks to United States for re-shoring inspiration; Mondelez debuts new GS1 standard

E-commerce, Expedited Shipping, Last Mile Delivery

Same Day Delivery: The Amazing Race

Garrick Pohl of Zipments discusses how the company facilitates same-day delivery.

Expedited Shipping, 3PL, Global Logistics, Ocean, Materials Handling, Site Selection, Risk Management, Trucking, Security, Supply Chain Management, Warehousing

163 Ways to Supercharge Your Supply Chain

Actionable tips help you revitalize your warehousing, 3PL, trucking, and global logistics operations.

Asia, Cross-border Trade, Canada, Global Logistics, Ocean

Global Logistics—December 2013

Infrastructure remains India's greatest supply chain challenge; Canadian e-commerce market is catching up to speed; Maersk, Mediterranean Shipping Co. and CMA CGM form P3 Alliance

Illustration of supply chain planning team

Air Cargo, Expedited Shipping, Trucking, Supply Chain Management

Time-Critical Transport: Devising a Master Plan

Expedited shipping modes are a crucial part of shippers’ planned transportation strategies.

Cross-border Trade, Canada, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations

U.S./Canada Border Clearance: It's Not as Easy as You Think

Transporting goods between the U.S. and Canada requires thorough knowledge of customs compliance.

Illustration of maple leaf joined to star with truck in the center

Cross-border Trade, Canada

Cross-border Trade Secrets

Complex border crossings lead U.S. shippers to rely on third-party logistics (3PL) providers to ease trade with Canada.

Cross-border Trade, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations

Global Logistics—February 2013

Streamlining border regulations more critical to GDP growth than eliminating tariffs; McDonald's Australian business introduces iOS app that tracks food sources; Internet usage disparity in China raises concerns; Indonesia to export cargo ships from China in the face of rising logistics costs; Aussie wool growers target Vietnam for expansion; U.S., Mexico align border security initiatives.

Stopwatches with jet turbine and truck wheel faces

Air Cargo, Expedited Shipping, Trucking

Expedited Transport: It’s All in the Timing

Expedited services transport cargo by air, sea, or ground to meet shippers’ demands for consistent, on-time delivery with short lead times.

Cross-border Trade

Think Outside the Border

For large North American companies operating in multi-national markets, moving products around the globe is a complicated endeavor, writes Roy Coburn of Livingston International.

Expedited Shipping, Trucking

Urban Delivery: Getting Into the Grid

Traffic congestion and infrastructure limitations can complicate shipment deliveries in major cities. Carriers such as DHL and UPS use network engineering, communication tools, and contingency planning to ensure they meet customer needs.

Economic Development, Cross-border Trade, Canada, Transportation Infrastructure

Canada Trade: Driving Growth Northward

Increasing demand for U.S. goods in Canada represents a positive sign for the economies of both countries. But keeping cross-border shipments moving requires building smart and savvy logistics partnerships.

Mexico

Nearsourcing to Mexico Improves Operational Efficiency

Near-sourcing is becoming more popular among manufacturers and buyers, and Mexico’s reduced transit times and lower logistics costs make it a preferred near-shoring location, writes Troy Ryley, Transplace Mexico.

Cross-border Trade, Labor Management, Manufacturing, Warehousing

Supporting a Glass Act

Mexico-based automotive glassmaker Vitro Automotive opened a distribution center in the United States to serve Detroit automakers just-in-time requirements. Its long-time logistics service provider Evans Distribution Systems staffed the new DC for Vitro to ensure a quality workforce.

Cross-border Trade, Transportation Management, Trucking

Cross-Border Shipping: The Road Now Taken

Electronics manufacturer Siemens switches from air freight to over-the-road transport for cross-border shipments from Mexico to the United States and Canada, cutting 35 percent from its transportation costs thanks to CFI Logistica.

Import, Export, Cross-border Trade

Getting in the Zone: FTZs Fuel Improved Logistics

Foreign trade zones (FTZs) are an essential tool for the growing business of third-party logistics. The National Association of Foreign-Trade Zones’ Daniel Griswold outlines the benefits shippers can gain from using FTZs.

Mexico, Global Logistics, Site Selection, Latin America

Nearshoring Latin America: A Closer Look

Factors such as labor costs, transportation time and costs, and infrastructure may make Latin America the best global location for manufacturing operations.

Mexico, Rail

In Mexico, Rail is On a Roll

As more manufacturers establish plants in Mexico, and as Mexican railroads improve their infrastructure and services, demand for rail transportation within the country and across the border with the U.S. continues to rise.

E-commerce, Expedited Shipping

@Home With Demand-Driven Logistics

UPS My Choice, a new direct-to-home delivery service, turns consumers into inbound logistics practitioners.

Expedited Shipping, Logistics I.T.

Expedited Carriers: The Fast and the Furious

Logistics technology helps turbo-charged expedited carriers move freight for shippers with an extreme need for speed. Con-way Truckload, FedEx Custom Critical, Old Dominion Freight Line, Schneider National, and UPS share their perspectives.

Cross-border Trade, Security, Supply Chain Management

Maneuvering Freight Through Challenging International Areas

If your business plans include shipping to areas where civil unrest or natural disasters have occurred, be flexible and make strong connections, advises Larry Wenrich, Pilot Freight Services.

Cross-border Trade, Canada

Due North: U.S.-Canada Trade Flows Steady

For many manufacturers and logistics professionals, preparation and opportunity are meeting right now at the U.S.-Canadian border, as North American companies on both sides of the boundary reexamine, redefine, and realign their global supply chain strategies.

Import, Cross-border Trade, Ocean

Who’s Comparing Your Import Data?

If you don't file accurate import data with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, you put your company at risk for penalties and fines, warns Kevin Shoemaker, director, global solutions for Integration Point Inc.

Expedited Shipping

On the Road: Midnight in Memphis

FedEx primary package facility processes 2,500 items an hour. A behind-the-scenes look reveals how the bustling facility operates.

Economic Development, Global Economy, Mexico

Ask the (M)experts 2011

Supply chain leaders and economic development experts provide insight on what's new in security, infrastructure, and manufacturing in Mexico.

Air Cargo, Expedited Shipping, Trucking

Supply Chain Velocity: Shifting Into Overdrive

When expediting shipments, visibility, communication, and customer service get into gear.

Expedited Shipping, Transportation Management

How to Select Expedited Services

Shippers must consider multiple factors when they work with service providers to move expedited freight.

E-commerce, Expedited Shipping, Temperature-Sensitive Goods, Retail, Transportation Management, Supply Chain Management

Flower Power: John Kuehn

ProFlowers' time- and temperature-sensitive shipments create plenty of challenges for John Kuehn, senior vice president of supply chain operations. Here's how he nips problems in the bud.

Cross-border Trade, Canada, Security, Transportation Infrastructure

Ties That Bind: Sewing Up U.S.-Canada Trade

A steady stream of goods passing north and south across the U.S.-Canada border stitches the two nations tightly together, complicated by factors such as customs regulations, security protocols, data exchange, and infrastructure projects.

Economic Development, Mexico

Mexico Takes Flight

A booming aerospace sector south of the border offers tremendous opportunities for U.S. and Canadian manufacturers.

Expedited Shipping, Expedited Air, Expedited Ground

What's the most challenging time-critical shipment you ever pulled off? How?

One-hour delivery window? A patient's life on the line? These logistics professionals share how they pulled off critical deliveries in the nick of time.

Expedited Shipping, Expedited Air, Expedited Ground

Expedited Transport Quick Tips

Expedite is becoming a go-to option for companies navigating slow procurement pipelines and congestion. Here’s how to keep freight moving when it seems like the whole world is conspiring to slow it down.

Expedited Shipping, Expedited Air, Expedited Ground

Expedited Carriers Guide 2021

These expedited freight solution providers and the services they offer help shippers move their freight—and better serve their customers—at lightning speed.

Import, Cross-border Trade, Global Logistics

Avoiding Freight Detention and Seizure

Knowing the most common reasons CBP seizes a shipment can help you avoid the hassle.

Cross-border Trade, Mexico, Ports

New Directions in U.S.-Mexico Trade and Logistics

As U.S.-Mexico trade is flourishing, Port Tampa Bay is well positioned to accommodate the continued strong growth of its container business.

Expedited Shipping, Expedited Air, Expedited Ground

Expedited Carriers Guide 2020

Cross-border Trade, Transportation

Head of the Breakfast Club

To create an environment of collaboration and provide all employees with access to senior management, Paul Tessy, senior vice president at Purolator International, sits down for breakfast every Wednesday morning with employees at every level of the company.

Cross-border Trade, Global Logistics, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations

Leveraging USMCA

Vincent Touya, managing director, at DACHSER USA, provides 10 tips for leveraging the new trade agreement between the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

E-commerce, Cross-border Trade, Last Mile Delivery

Postal Operators Deliver on E-Commerce

Parcels and cross-border e-commerce are taking precedence over traditional services for postal operators, who continuously manage growing postal e-commerce traffic.

Expedited Shipping, Retail, Logistics

DHL Debuts Retail Store

DHL Express opened a new 1,500-square-foot ServicePoint retail store in Southern Florida, the first exclusive DHL-branded retail store in the United States.

Mexico, Project Logistics, Freight Forwarders

The Show Must Go On

Leaning on 30 years of experience shipping in Mexico, CFI delivered concert equipment for a well-known pop music group tour in North America.

Expedited Shipping, Expedited Air, Expedited Ground, Logistics

TURBOCHARGED! Secrets of Expedited Shipping

This story explores the strategies that expedited carriers use to deliver freight within the tight time windows their customers require.

E-commerce, Expedited Shipping, Last Mile Delivery

Tackling E-Commerce Shipping

E-commerce is quickly becoming a part of our everyday lives – putting pressure on retailers. Here are tips to help e-commerce shippers keep costs down and customers happy.

Cross-border Trade, Ports, Supply Chain

Going Dockside at West Coast Seaports

Here's an overview of the current West Coast seaport environment and a snapshot look at how top ports are accommodating and embracing growth.

Cross-border Trade, Canada, Supply Chain

U.S. - Canada: Going the Distance

With a new treaty in hand, the long-established trade relationship between the United States and Canada continues to thrive for the benefit of both countries.

E-commerce, Expedited Shipping, Retail

The Leader of the Pack

Randa improves pick, pack and ship process with supply chain consulting firm VSS and Cybra's MarkMagic barcode labeling software

Expedited Shipping, Logistics, Transportation Management, Technology , Transportation, Warehousing

Benefits of New Mobile Weighing Technologies

Mobile weighing technologies meet the emerging “need for speed” trend by providing a means of weighment at the point of loading and unloading. They do this while at the same time immediately communicating a wealth of specific business and logistical data, eliminating inefficient traffic patterns, and improving safety by reducing traffic congestion.

Mexico, Expedited Ground, Logistics, Transportation

How to Use Expedited Service For Painless Shipping to Mexico - Continental Expedited Services

Expedited Shipping, Last Mile Delivery, Logistics, Supply Chain

How Small Businesses Can Win at E-Commerce

If you’re a small business trying to establish yourself or grow in e-commerce, you know it can be an uphill battle. That doesn’t mean you can’t compete.

Cross-border Trade, Mexico, Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics I.T., Transportation Management, Transportation

Solved: Optimizing and Speeding Up Shipments to Mexico - Transplace

3PL, Expedited Shipping, Specialized Logistics

What's the most interesting or unusual supply chain problem you've solved?

Readers share unexpected supply chain challenges and how they overcame them.

Cross-border Trade, Mexico, China, Supply Chain

Growing Your Small Business: How to Find Your Next Supplier in Mexico

Working with a supplier in Mexico offers tremendous benefits to SMBs that are looking to boost profitability while maintaining high-quality standards for their products.

Import, Cross-border Trade, Global Trade Management

Supply Chain Commentary: The Advantages of First Sale

Each year, importers pay millions of dollars in Customs duties unnecessarily because they don't take advantage of the First Sale rule. Improve your bottom line by exploring First Sale.

Expedited Shipping, Expedited Air, Expedited Ground

What's the most challenging time-critical shipment you ever pulled off? How?

One-hour delivery window? A patient's life on the line? These logistics professionals share how they pulled off critical deliveries in the nick of time.

Expedited Shipping, Expedited Air, Expedited Ground

Expedited Transport Quick Tips

Expedited Shipping, Expedited Air, Expedited Ground

Expedited Carriers Guide 2021

These expedited freight solution providers and the services they offer help shippers move their freight—and better serve their customers—at lightning speed.

Global Economy, Cross-border Trade, Canada

Canada-U.S. Trade: Connections

The historic relationship between the United States and its northern neighbor has made cross-border trade seamless and efficient for generations. The good news for logistics professionals is that the era of cooperation and collaboration continues unabated.

Import, Export, Cross-border Trade

Imports & Exports: An Insider's Guide to Getting it Right

A practical guide to importing and exporting, with advice from experts in the field.

Cross-border Trade, Health Care Logistics, Transportation

Supply Chain Threats Beyond COVID-19

While COVID-19 remains a primary concern, a number of additional disruptions and risks impact supply chains. These are the risks to consider.

E-commerce, Expedited Shipping, Fulfillment

E-Fulfillment Picks Up Speed

A look at strategies used by shippers and their transportation partners to deliver e-commerce orders with the speed that consumers require.

E-commerce, Expedited Shipping, Retail

Amazon Shoppers Won't Abandon Ship

Many U.S. consumers have negative feelings toward Amazon's impact on the retail industry and the environment, but that doesn't translate to lost sales.

E-commerce, Expedited Shipping, Last Mile Delivery

The Need for Speed: Overcoming the Final Hurdles to Faster E-Commerce Deliveries

Retailers need to address new challenges, from bolstering distribution networks to managing complexity, to continue to expand their e-commerce operations.

E-commerce, Cross-border Trade, Technology

Technology Can Cure the Parcel Crisis at the Border

As eCommerce continues to increase globally, shippers have to navigate customs to support their omnichannel strategy.

Cross-border Trade, Logistics, Supply Chain

USMCA’s Impact on the Industrial Truck Industry

The United States Mexico Canada Trade Agreement (USMCA) is critical to ensuring a robust North American economy. The agreement, signed by the respective country’s presidents on November 30, 2018, modernizes and enhances trade relations between the three countries and is now pending ratification by each country’s legislature. Passage is crucial to maintaining a healthy U.S. manufacturing and industrial truck industry.

E-commerce, Cross-border Trade, Transportation

New Freight Train Could Boost Cross-Border E-Commerce in China

Cross-border Trade, Global Logistics, Logistics

Trade War Threatens Sourcing Ethics, Quality Control

The U.S.-China tariff standoff in 2018 triggered challenges to global sourcing and there may be subsequent threats to ethics and quality control.

Cross-border Trade, Logistics, Supply Chain

Shedding Light on New Tariff Impacts

As the impacts of tariffs increase, companies must find new ways to consider and classify their products and supply chains to minimize costs and other risks

Cross-border Trade, Logistics, Supply Chain

U.S.-Mexico Trade: Strong But Shifting

Each year, billions of dollars of goods flow between Mexico and the U.S. While trade between the countries shows no signs of stopping, recent events may alter the flow. These include the USMCA, which still awaits ratification; decisions by the Mexican administration regarding construction of its ports and airports; trade disputes between the U.S. and China; and the Unified Cargo Processing program.

Cross-border Trade, Logistics, Supply Chain

Moving Cross-border Shipments

As your suppliers and customers become more geographically diverse, more of your supply chain and customer experience depends on moving shipments through Customs accurately and without delay.

Cross-border Trade, Canada, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Canada and the United States: A Resilient Relationship

The United States and its northern neighbor remain trading partners with staying power.

Economic Development, Mexico, Canada, Global Logistics

NAFTA: Should We Stay or Should We Go?

Find out what Americans really think of NAFTA.

Cross-border Trade, Mexico, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management

Transportation Management at the Border - Landstar

Here’s how trends in U.S./Mexico cross-border operations are shaping today’s supply chain.

Cross-border Trade, Mexico, China, Supply Chain

Growing Your Small Business: How to Find Your Next Supplier in Mexico

Working with a supplier in Mexico offers tremendous benefits to SMBs that are looking to boost profitability while maintaining high-quality standards for their products.

Cross-border Trade, China, Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain

Trade With China: A Question of Balance

President Trump hasn't been shy about his desire to put America on more equal trade footing with China, but business leaders have traditionally fought against efforts to force the trade rival into an agreement that's more equitable for both sides. Dissent is growing, however, according to the American Chamber of Commerce in China's (AmChamChina) 2017 Business Climate Survey.

Temperature-Sensitive Goods, Cross-border Trade, Ocean, Ports

Americold’s Fresh New Facility Boosts Temperature-Controlled Trade Through the Port of Savannah

In 2015, the USDA allowed the Port of Savannah to serve as a new entry point for cold-treated produce. To support the increased traffic for frozen and temperature-controlled fruits, vegetables, and proteins, Americold built a 15-million-cubic-foot state-of-the-art cold storage facility that opened in 2020.

E-commerce, Expedited Shipping, Fulfillment, Logistics, Technology

Holiday Shipping Guidance for 2018: Analyzing FedEx 2017 Holiday Ship-By Dates

To better understand when shippers should send their packages during the holiday season, GrandCanals, the market leader in analytics-driven fulfillment, is launching an AI-powered website at where companies can view holiday ship-by predictions for 2018, updated nightly. These predictions are determined by artificial intelligence and consider both historical and current shipping trends across the GrandCanals Delivery Performance tracking network.

E-commerce, Expedited Shipping, Distribution, Logistics

Related Articles