If you are new to using a freight forwarder, or maybe have been using one and had not thought to ask about credentials, here are three things your freight forwarder must have. OTI/NVOCC License Choosing a freight forwarder that doesn’t have an OTI/NVOCC license is a BIG mistake and can cost you a fortune because there are freight forwarders that operate without an NVOCC license. This license, issu...
With the China-U.S. trade dispute and higher tariffs getting a lot of headlines, there’s growing discussion about the many global companies looking for alternatives to China for sourcing manufacturing and materials. Near, or at, the top of the list companies are looking at is Thailand. The country is already benefiting from the dispute and hopes this is a trend that will continue. Thailand is a re...
Let’s set the record straight about freight. If you don’t handle your freight correctly, it could end up costing your company more than just profits. Customer retention and your reputation also rely heavily on your shipping strategy. Misconception #1: Thinking that freight forwarders have unlimited credit with the carriers they use and can be used like banks is incorrect. Freight forwarders do not...