Productive collaboration and relationship building are paramount to the success of an independent freight forwarder. Cementing your relationship with logistics partners is indispensable for gaining an international presence. As a member of the Cooperative Logistics Network, you stand the chance to get businesses from partners across 327 territories around the globe. However, keep in mind…
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Tips for independent freight forwarders to get more visitors to their websites
Most independent freight forwarders are still not aware of the potential of a digital marketing strategy to spread the word about their company, find new leads and eventually turn them into returning customers. Logistics companies have finally woken up to the benefits of digital freight forwarding and started focusing on online marketing strategies to grow…
A new shipping alliance of the most important players for the digital transformation of this sector
Some of the most important players in the transportation and logistics industry have united to accelerate the process of digital transformation in the ocean freight shipping industry. BIMCO, FIATA, DCSA (Digital Container Shipping Association), ICC (International Chamber of Commerce) and SWIFT have signed an MOU for standardizing the digitization of global commerce. Keep reading today’s…
A guide to the types of Bill of Lading for independent freight forwarders
A Bill of Lading aka B/L, BoL, and Waybill is the most important paperwork you, as an independent freight forwarder, need to handle for any international movement of goods. No matter the kind of cargo you are moving or the mode of transportation, you will need the Bill of Lading. It can be defined as…
Digital freight forwarders and their benefits for the modern supply chain
In the last few years, the international supply chain sector has been actively catching up with the digitization trends that took most other industries by storm. The top freight forwarding companies are trying to digitize their core processes rather than conducting them manually over phone calls, emails, and excel sheets. Moreover, in a time when…
How independent freight forwarders should prepare their cargoes for international shipping
As an independent freight forwarder, you are surely aware that international shipping of cargo entails a lot of preparation and paperwork. The growth of online shopping and the increasing demand for commodities have resulted in substantial growth of global shipping operations. There are several parties involved in international shipping starting from freight forwarders to shipping…
Meeting Follow-up tips to help you strike a deal
The Coop’s 2nd Virtual Meeting that registered a record attendance has been successfully concluded. However, now that the most important part is over, it is time to think of an effective meeting follow-up strategy that will allow you to start working on the upcoming projects. Talking one-to-one with your business partners definitely constitutes the first…
Why the transportation and logistics industry should work on enhanced customer service
The reputation and brand image of a logistics company or any company for that matter are entirely dependent on the customers. Just like any other sector, the transportation and logistics industry is constantly working towards creating a long-term mutually beneficial customer relationship. A sound relationship with the clients is critical for the long-term success of…
Less Than Truckload Shipping and How it can Benefit the Independent Freight Forwarders
One common objective of all logistics companies big or small is to move their shipment quickly and effectively at the lowest available cost. Road freight service providers no longer own a fleet of trucks that go to a handful of distribution centres and warehouses. Over the last few decades, the freight forwarding industry has become…
The African Continent Free Trade Agreement: How it will be a game changer for the transportation and logistics industry
On 1st January 2021, the implementation of the African Continent Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) has finally allowed the African nations to officially commence trade under a new free trade area across the continent. The AfCFTA has created the largest free market in the world by connecting 1.3 billion people from 55 nations with a total…