Home page Blog Archives | Transportation Management Solutions Tue, 06 Sep 2022 13:51:12 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://tms-transportation.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/cropped-cropped-tms_logo_white-1-180x180-32x32.png Home page Blog Archives | Transportation Management Solutions 32 32 Third-Party Logistics LTL Shipping: Pros and Cons That You Should Know https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/third-party-logistics-ltl-shipping-pros-and-cons-that-you-should-know/ https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/third-party-logistics-ltl-shipping-pros-and-cons-that-you-should-know/#respond Tue, 06 Sep 2022 13:51:12 +0000 https://www.tms-transportation.com/?p=3740 Third-party logistics LTL shipping can significantly reduce your shipping costs, but it also has cons associated. To ensure you are making the right decision for your business, read this article.

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]]> https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/third-party-logistics-ltl-shipping-pros-and-cons-that-you-should-know/feed/ 0 5 Tips for an Efficient Transportation Management Process https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/5-tips-for-an-efficient-transportation-management-process/ https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/5-tips-for-an-efficient-transportation-management-process/#respond Thu, 04 Aug 2022 10:48:09 +0000 https://www.tms-transportation.com/?p=3700 Have an efficient transportation management process and achieve consistent on-time deliveries and high customer satisfaction by following the tips below. Read the article to learn more.

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]]> https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/5-tips-for-an-efficient-transportation-management-process/feed/ 0 Rail vs. Road: Which Transportation Mode is More Efficient & Cost-Effective? https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/rail-vs-road-which-transportation-mode-is-more-efficient-cost-effective/ https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/rail-vs-road-which-transportation-mode-is-more-efficient-cost-effective/#respond Thu, 09 Jun 2022 11:50:30 +0000 https://www.tms-transportation.com/?p=3661 Check out the comparison between rail vs. road transportation. Find out which one is better for on-time, accurate, and cost-effective deliveries.

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]]> https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/rail-vs-road-which-transportation-mode-is-more-efficient-cost-effective/feed/ 0 How to Become a Shipper of Choice: 6 Essential Tips for Shippers https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/how-to-become-a-shipper-of-choice-6-essential-tips-for-shippers/ https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/how-to-become-a-shipper-of-choice-6-essential-tips-for-shippers/#respond Wed, 01 Dec 2021 05:08:50 +0000 https://www.tms-transportation.com/?p=3525 Becoming a shipper of choice can help shippers secure transportation capacity easier and at lower rates. This, in turn, helps them increase their shipping efficiency and reduce transportation costs. Continue reading to learn about 6 tips on how to become a shipper of choice.

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]]> https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/how-to-become-a-shipper-of-choice-6-essential-tips-for-shippers/feed/ 0 Customer Service in Logistics: 5 Tips for Shippers to Improve Customer Satisfaction https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/customer-service-in-logistics-5-tips-for-shippers/ https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/customer-service-in-logistics-5-tips-for-shippers/#respond Tue, 02 Nov 2021 11:00:15 +0000 https://www.tms-transportation.com/?p=3514 Meeting and exceeding customer expectations will inspire loyalty in them and get them to continue doing business with you in the future. You can do that by following the best practices mentioned in this article. Continue reading to learn more.

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]]> https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/customer-service-in-logistics-5-tips-for-shippers/feed/ 0 7 Advantages of Third Party Logistics that Shippers Need to Know https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/7-advantages-of-third-party-logistics/ https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/7-advantages-of-third-party-logistics/#respond Mon, 04 Oct 2021 12:30:52 +0000 https://www.tms-transportation.com/?p=3490 Regardless of the size of your business, it is worth considering a 3PL provider if shipping is a high priority for your business. Partnering with a 3PL can help shippers cut down on costs, make transportation more efficient, and improve customer satisfaction. This article discusses what 3PLs are and 7 ways in which they benefit shippers.

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]]> https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/7-advantages-of-third-party-logistics/feed/ 0 On Time Delivery Service: A How-to for Shippers https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/on-time-delivery-service-for-shippers/ https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/on-time-delivery-service-for-shippers/#respond Thu, 16 Sep 2021 13:57:24 +0000 https://www.tms-transportation.com/?p=3437 Consistent on-time delivery performance helps shippers increase customer retention and also attract new customers. This article discusses the importance of timely deliveries and provides 5 tips for shippers to maintain consistent delivery performances.

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]]> https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/on-time-delivery-service-for-shippers/feed/ 0 LTL vs. Parcel Shipping: 5 Key Differences https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/ltl-vs-parcel-shipping-5-key-differences/ https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/ltl-vs-parcel-shipping-5-key-differences/#respond Tue, 27 Jul 2021 17:02:26 +0000 https://www.tms-transportation.com/?p=3393 There are a few critical differences between LTL and parcel shipping. It is important for a shipper to understand these differences and choose the right mode of shipping to ensure efficiencies in cost and delivery.

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]]> https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/ltl-vs-parcel-shipping-5-key-differences/feed/ 0 Damaged Freight: 5 Tips on How to Avoid Them https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/damaged-freight-5-tips-on-how-to-avoid-them/ https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/damaged-freight-5-tips-on-how-to-avoid-them/#respond Wed, 30 Jun 2021 10:46:12 +0000 https://www.tms-transportation.com/?p=3263 Damaged freight can hurt customer relationships and affect a company's profits and growth. Read this article for tips on how to prevent freight damage and ensure proper handling of goods.

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]]> https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/damaged-freight-5-tips-on-how-to-avoid-them/feed/ 0 Transloading Services: Definition and Benefits https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/transloading-services-definition-and-benefits/ https://tms-transportation.com/blogs/transloading-services-definition-and-benefits/#respond Wed, 16 Jun 2021 15:01:26 +0000 https://www.tms-transportation.com/?p=3234 Transloading services make supply chains more efficient and provide shippers with a host of benefits. Continue reading to learn what these benefits are.

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