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06/12/2016

When it comes to logistics in the pharmaceutical industry, the two biggest factors are security and traceability. Drug manufacturers have to deal with the risk of counterfeiting, contamination and shortages during distribution, which may compromise the quality of the products. As such, it is important that manufacturers in Canada work with a logistics service provider that upholds the same standards for regulatory compliance as them. [ 757 more words ]

When it comes to logistics in pharmaceutical industry, the 2 biggest factors are security & traceability. Here are some reasons to work with 3PL providers.

06/12/2016

The perils of food and dairy logistics are rather obvious for those in the industry: Mess up any one factor and a truckload of perishables may easily become a huge pile of waste. Depending on the size of your business, any challenges arising in the delivery of produce between you and your suppliers may mean huge losses, customer dissatisfaction and problems with customer retention and brand loyalty. [ 506 more words ]

The perils of food & dairy logistics are rather obvious for those in the industry. Here is how dependable & cost effective delivery can help your business.

13/11/2016

Some new ventures are trying to apply sharing economy concept in warehousing & logistics landscape. Here we see how this change the face of 3PL industry.

11/11/2016

How The Winter Holidays Will Impact Warehouses And The Supply Chain
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Here we provide tips to improve your inventory management for the peak holiday season, effectively increasing your sales and customer loyalty.

31/10/2016

Happy Halloween from 3PL Links!

18/10/2016

When it comes to the construction industry, the workflow factor is important because it will impact your bottom line for better or for worse. You need the sort of tools and strategies that will help you to optimize construction site workflow so that you can focus on what you do best without having to be concerned with issues relating to materials… [ 731 more words ]

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When it comes to the construction industry, the workflow factor is important because it will impact your bottom line for better or for worse.

18/10/2016

If your business needs to ship internationally, you no doubt realize that costs can add up over the course of weeks, months and years. Since international shipping is a necessity, however, you can’t merely neglect this aspect of your business to save money. Instead, you need to come up with ways to minimize costs. With that said, here are 5 ways your company can reduce international shipping costs. [ 423 more words ]

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If your business needs to ship internationally, the costs can add up over the course of weeks, months & years. Here are ways to reduce shipping costs.

28/09/2016

One of the best ways to improve your corporate bottom line is to get supply chain costs under control, and fortunately there are some pretty straightforward things you can do to achieve this objective. Before you get into a cost-cutting frame of mind, however, you need to understand where to focus because making the right cuts in the right areas will ultimately lead to the greatest returns. [ 699 more words ]

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One of the best ways to improve your corporate bottom line is to get supply chain costs under control. Here are some tips to reduce supply chain costs.

28/09/2016

Improving your warehouse and distribution process isn’t necessarily as easy as it might sound since any course of action needs to take into account variables such as your products, staffing levels, scheduling and third-party vendors. What this means is that your first order of business is to figure out the things that impact your warehouse and distribution process in the first place so that you can then determine how to go about making the process more efficient, productive and profitable. [ 342 more words ]

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It is definitely possible to improve warehouse and distribution process, and here are the 5 tips that will get you on the right path.

11/08/2016

Freight costs account for a large portion of your company’s expenses and with rising fees, you’re likely looking for cost-saving options. As your company grows, your operations will evolve alongside it and there are many resources and tips you can use to reduce freight costs and save you time. Whether you’re shipping internationally, nationally or both, it’s important to do your research and find the best options for you and your company. [ 745 more words. ]

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Freight costs are a significant part of a company’s expenses, so it’s important to keep these 10 tips in mind to maintain competitive edge in market.

11/08/2016

Invoicing is an important part of running your business smoothly. However, inaccuracies and errors can cost you and your company money and time. Common invoice errors - that all organizations suffer from - can include incorrect purchase order, shipper or carrier number, incorrect billing address, missing contact information and incorrect charges or date. If you’re shipping internationally, these inaccuracies could mean further costs due to exchange rates. [ 326 more words. ]

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Invoicing is an important part of running your business smoothly. Here are some tips that will help to reduce invoice errors.