I work for a US based small business with suppliers in China. Currently we import parts EXW from China to the US and pay a 28.5% tariff, then we ship EXW to customers in the EU from the US. We are looking to streamline the logistics and avoid the tariff, since the product's final destination/end use is not in the US. We are considering three options. Drop ship to a 3PL in the EU from China. This seems like a logical first step for parts which do not require further alteration. Our product would not require repacking, but may require relabeling of outer cartons. We are wondering if this is p ..read more

​ Hello everyone, Hello everyone, I am Olayemi Olawunmi Badmus , a postgraduate student pursuing an MSc in Procurement logistics and supply chain management at the University of Salford. As part of my dissertation, I am conducting a research study titled "Evaluation of the Environmental impact of Transportation in Supply Chain in Manchester ,UK" This dissertation aims to assess the environmental impacts of supply chain transportation and provide sustainable logistical remedies in Manchester, UK You can click on the link below to continue with the survey. https://forms.office.com/e/fSDspjJ3in ..read more

Hello all, I'm sure many of you have been doing drayage for years so would love some advice here. My strategy is to come into my market area cheap and lose money to start in order to build clients. I'm pulling containers for 3 clients so far and was basically willing to charge them whatever price got them to switch to me. Obviously, i am currently either breaking even or losing on these jobs. Is this a sustainable strategy? Will clients be willing to pay more after a year or will they just find a new drayage guy if i try to raise the price at that point? Any advice would be appreciated. subm ..read more

Colleague has an inbound shipment and all the shipper gave him was the HAWB # for tracing. I don't even know who to call and check, lol. submitted by /u/styopa [visit reddit] [comments ..read more

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Have you always wanted to contribute to change in the logistics world? then help me now! I am currently graduating from my master's degree in project management. My graduation research focuses on the diversity/inclusion of the logistics sector. The aim of the graduation assignment is to achieve more diversity/inclusion in the logistics sector through gamification. For this purpose, a short employee satisfaction survey must be completed: https://www.survio.com/survey/d/B9Y9F7H8D9R2Y9C7O So take the survey and take action with me. Be part of the change! submitted by /u/PartyOrganization359 [vi ..read more

I have purchased 3 pieces of furniture with a reputable supplier. I have been asked: "Could you please provide us with the necessary certificates and photos to facilitate the customs clearance process? All identity documents such as ID cards, driver's licenses, and passports are acceptable for customs clearance. " "Local customs require these documents for goods release. Your customs are quite stringent. We would appreciate your timely cooperation. " I have purchased these through DDP method and am receiving in AUSTRALIA. My understanding that all is sorted through the shipper. all i require ..read more

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