So you design this awesome product that people need and want, then you figure out a beautiful package thats sustainable and gives the customer a great first impression of your company. BUT THEN, you contact shipping companies to get rates of how much it will cost to send your awesome, beautifully packaged product to your customers…and it's way, way more than anticipated. How can that be?

Shipping costs can be a significant expense for consumers and businesses. Many people do not have an understanding of the factors that contribute to these costs. Due to this they may have unrealistic expectations of how much shipping should or will cost. For small businesses, these costs must be known and understood for appropriate decision-making. Let’s look at 10 of the factors that may affect your shipping costs.

Supply chain mapping is one of the best secret weapons a business can utilize to ensure an effective, efficient, and resilient supply chain. A business’s supply chain is arguably the most important part of your business, without it your product never gets to your customers and no amount of sales and marketing can fix that.

For the day-to-day consumer, the path that products take to get to them is somewhat of a mystery most of the time. They don’t really need to know the ins and outs of a product’s supply chain. So when someone decides to start a business selling a product, there are gaps that need to be filled. One of these unknowns is the concept of a customs broker, among other things. Let’s clarify what a customs broker is, what they do, and factors to decide if one is required and if so which one to choose.

In the realm of logistics and trucking, companies like Convoy and Flexport have garnered significant attention and investment, all under the banner of being industry disruptors. They promise to revolutionize the way goods are transported, managed, and coordinated while attracting investors who hope to profit from this alluring narrative.

Networking is invaluable in every part of life. In business, if you think networking is not “necessary” or “worth your time”, you are wrong. So wrong.

One of the biggest misconceptions that small businesses make is thinking they should be able to instinctively know how to set up and manage their supply chain. Nothing could be further from the truth.

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For years, the trucking industry has dealt with discussions surrounding driver shortages and the need to attract new, younger individuals to join the profession. However, a new issue has emerged on the horizon: driver retention.

As a small business owner, it's crucial to create effective transportation strategies that evaluate the most cost-effective methods to move your products. Unfortunately, the transportation industry doesn't always favor small businesses.

Supply chain management can seem like a daunting task, especially when all you want to do is focus on creating exceptional products. In the world of transporting materials and finished goods, there are a few straightforward strategies that can help you get the most value for your investments.