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Tips for Lowering Freight Shipping Costs for Your Business | Red Arrow Logistics
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10 Tips for Lowering Freight Shipping Costs

  • September 5, 2024
As a business owner, freight shipping is likely a significant part of your supply chain. Shipping costs can eat into your profit margins, especially as the global supply chain faces ongoing disruptions, rising fuel prices, and fluctuating demand. At Red Arrow Logistics, we understand how important it is to keep shipping costs under control. Whether […]
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Canadian Railroad Strike Looms

  • August 13, 2024
As August unfolds, the logistics industry faces potential disruptions due to an impending Canadian railroad strike. This development could significantly affect freight movement across North America, particularly for companies relying on Canadian railways for cross-border shipments. At Red Arrow Logistics, we are closely monitoring the situation to keep our clients informed and prepared for any […]
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Positive Trends in Freight Rates from Latin America to the USA

  • August 1, 2024
In the fast-paced world of logistics, staying informed about freight rates is crucial for making timely and cost-effective decisions. At Red Arrow Logistics, we’re committed to keeping our clients updated on the latest market trends. This past month has brought some encouraging news for businesses shipping goods from Latin America to the United States. Declining […]
Strategies to Optimize Your LTL Freight - Red Arrow Logistics
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Strategies to Optimize Your LTL Freight

  • January 26, 2024
Less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping is most often the most cost-effective option for moving smaller loads. As a rule of thumb, if you are shipping fewer than 10 pallets at a time, less than truckload will be the most cost-efficient method of transportation. However, there are several characteristics of LTL shipments that make them complex. In today’s […]
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Enhancing Efficiency in Less Than Truckload Logistics

  • December 7, 2023
Shipping smaller parcels through Less Than Truckload (LTL) is a cost-effective approach when a full truck is not necessary. Nevertheless, managing LTL shipments poses challenges for shippers, with common issues such as delays and disruptions. Implementing specific strategies can enhance LTL efficiency, improving the likelihood of on-time deliveries and contributing to overall financial gains. 1.) […]
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Why Your Company Should Outsource its Logistics Operations

  • May 4, 2023
Many businesses want to maximize their profits by limiting how much they spend. Outsourcing certain business functions, such as logistics operations, has many benefits including lowering costs. Outsourcing also allows your company to focus on its core aspects of the business while leaving logistics and transportation to the experts. Companies then can easily scale operations […]
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How to Navigate Supply Chain Issues

  • April 11, 2023
Several factors are creating a complex and uncertain logistics industry.  As a result, businesses are re-evaluating their supply chain management and are taking steps to increase the flexibility of their supply chain. Companies must be able to navigate the financial and operational challenges that come with disruptions while still addressing the needs of their customers. […]
How Drayage Affects Supply Chains | Red Arrow Logistics
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How Drayage Affects Supply Chains

  • February 21, 2023
Freight shipping is quite complex. In order to get a shipment from origin to destination quickly, there are often several phases involved in the process. Drayage is a mode of transportation in freight shipping that provides the link in multimodal transportation. It is an essential step in the supply chain because it is the only […]
How to Navigate the Challenges of the Holiday Peak Shipping Season | Red Arrow Logistics
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How to Navigate the Challenges of the Holiday Peak Shipping Season

  • September 12, 2022
We all know that the holiday peak shipping season can bring challenges. Supply chain disruptions of the last few years have made it difficult to predict exactly how this holiday season will go. Figuring out what needs to be prioritized during this busy season is part of a good logistics strategy. Retailers must review their […]
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Peak Shipping Season is Here… Is Your Supply Chain Prepared?

  • August 11, 2022
Peak shipping season is here, and this year’s supply chain conditions will most likely make for another challenging season. It looks to be another year of strong e-commerce demand, yet some uncertainty of exactly how much due to inflationary pressure. Retailers and manufacturers may have a difficult time predicting exactly how much is needed, with […]