摘要: |
As the world shows signs of turning the corner from the global pandemic, we are only beginning to realize the long-term ramifications of the past year. There are several key areas where shippers can focus their time and resources to limit disruption. While there is no overnight fix for the myriad supply chain and transportation issues that have surfaced in 2021, transportation providers and other entities are taking steps to help minimize the negative impacts on their own organizations and for their customers. As carriers work to attract more drivers, other groups are working to address other supply chain issues like seaport congestion and a lack of ocean shipping containers for imports and exports. With ongoing congestion at larger ports, inbound freight delays are the norm and costs are spiraling. In turn, intermodal yards have never been more congested and over-the-road (OTR) trucking capacity is constrained. If s important to add diversity to your supply chain and working with a logistics partner that delivers the flexibility to ship import cargo directly to your customers, or cross dock, consolidate, or de-consolidate it into a wide range of services and locations. |