How Are Self-Driving Cars Being Tested?
Arizona was initially on the front lines of self-driving car testing for Uber, but now, the company is banned from testing self-driving cars in the state. Other companies are having more success with their testing, but blips in the successfulness of self-driving cars has cast some doubt on the timeline for using these cars for […]
Defining What Makes Your Business Unique
Why should customers choose your business over your competitors’ companies? That is the question every potential customer has to ask when he or she is looking for a business to deliver the services that they need. Do you have a good answer? Deciding what it is that makes your business stand out is important to […]
Can Your Small Business Compete with Amazon’s Same-Day Delivery?
Same-day delivery is the latest strategy Amazon is using to become the first company that shoppers turn to for all of their needs. For small businesses, the idea of competing with this kind of delivery can seem impossible. Is same-day delivery a real possibility for your business—and if it is, should it be a service […]
Benefits of Using a Distribution Center
One of the challenges of doing business in a product-centric industry is simply getting all of your goods where they need to be efficiently. Using a distribution center can alleviate many of these logistical issues of access and fast delivery you, so you’re free to focus on sales and managing your business. Here are some […]
The Current State of Autonomous Car Testing in Phoenix, Arizona
Arizona is locked in a battle with neighboring California to attract business to the state by allowing autonomous car testing. Autonomous cars could revolutionize travel and delivery, and Arizona is determined to be at the forefront of the changes. The issue is a sensitive one, after an Uber autonomous car hit and killed a pedestrian […]
Learning from Others’ Mistakes: Case Studies in Logistics Failures
When your business needs to get products to customers, how do you get them there? For many businesses, shipping and logistics are an afterthought. They’re focused on promoting and developing great products that are in demand, but they still think of shipping as novices. Shipping items for business transactions is much different from shipping your […]
Freight and Logistics Terminology Business Owners Should Know
Many business owners underestimate the expense and complexity of their shipping and delivery needs. Making mistakes on your freight shipping and logistics can be costly, so it pays to spend time learning the basics so that you can better manage your needs. As you begin to make arrangements for shipping and deliveries, here is a […]
FAQs and Answers About Cross-Docking
Cross-docking can play an important role in the logistics of product distribution. It minimizes the amount of the time products spend in storage and transit, so that they can get from manufacturers and suppliers directly to customers or retail establishments quickly. This unique supply management technique can be especially helpful in shipping perishable items. Could […]
Common Reasons for Shipping Delays You Can Prevent
Shipping delays can lead to dissatisfied customers and frustrated downstream clients. Although some triggers for shipping delays, such as weather events, cannot be avoided, often, the cause of a delay is completely preventable. Could you be delaying your shipments inadvertently? Here are some common reasons shipments can get delayed, so you can take steps to […]
Best Practices in Blood Sample Shipping
Shipping blood samples is a necessary part of medical care, but because of the risk of bloodborne pathogens and patient identification errors, special care must be taken. Start by choosing a delivery company who is experienced in medical delivery services so that they understand the necessity of handling samples with care. These other tips will […]
