We share hands-on advice for everyday trade and logistics challenges. Access insights and actionable strategies that drive certainty, continuity, and compliance across your operations.
7 logistics essentials for ecommerce
Logistics for e-commerce demands a quick response to customer expectations. Fast and predictable delivery of goods purchased online is key to maintaining customer relationships.
How successful importers prepare for the 2026 Chinese New Year
The most successful importers prepare for Chinese New Year weeks in advance. By planning production, transportation, and inventory, you can keep your goods moving with minimal disruption.
Preparing for shipping disruptions: causes, impacts, and recovery strategies
Disruptions are an unfortunate reality in shipping and logistics. From port congestion to extreme weather, even a small delay can ripple through entire supply chains.
Bi-weekly Freight Updates - January: latest news and updates on the worldwide supply chain
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The worldwide supply chain is constantly changing. As we continue dealing with the fallout of pandemic-related supply chain issues, fluctuations in prices, labour disruptions, logistic delays, and port congestion persist. We provide you with freight updates that include some of the latest industry news, helping to.
Watch out for these extra charges on your freight bill
Extra charges on your freight bill is a frustrating experience that creates uncertainty. When moving goods, shippers typically calculate transportation costs based on common factors such as mode of transport, timing, weight, volume, and distance traveled.
Mitigating container shortages and rising shipping prices for ocean imports
Global shipping continues to face disruptions, with importers feeling the effects of volatile transportation costs and changing delivery schedules. From container shortages to port congestion, importers face a supply chain environment that's increasingly unpredictable.
How cross-docking improves shipping goods across the supply chain
Cross-docking is a logistics technique that originated around the 1930s, helping to prioritize, streamline, and simplify the transportation of goods. When used correctly, it's a crucial part of ensuring that goods move across the supply chain efficiently.
Packaging and labelling requirements for imports in Canada
Packaging regulations for Canadian imports won’t make the news like tariff announcements, but they’re a mandatory part of meeting compliance requirements as an importer.
7 vital supply chain technologies and their business benefits
Supply chain technology provides valuable tools for companies across many industries and sectors. The business benefits of supply chain management enhanced by technology will vary from one company to the next.
How importers can prepare for container inspections
Importing goods in containers can result in an inspection, regardless of whether your shipment enters Canada or the United States. Importers can prepare in advance to get ahead of challenges that arise due to container inspections.
