How 3PLs Aid in Managing Cross-Border Logistics by Andrew Welling

Andrew Welling, Director of Cross-Border Services at TA Services and Contributing Editor for Supply Chain Brain, shares his feedback in response to the trend of businesses increasingly turning to third-party logistics providers (3PLs) for help in optimizing cross-border logistics. Visit SupplyChainBrain.com for the full article.

Today, 41% of consumers expect their online purchases to arrive in less than 24 hours. As projections for delivery times shorten and international trade increases, manufacturers and distributors are adjusting their cross-border logistics strategies to ensure that timely delivery is a top priority. At the same time, systemic supply chain disruptions, lack of proper infrastructure and regulatory obstacles are all contributing to the complexity of managing cross-border freight transportation.

In response to these trends, businesses are increasingly turning to third-party logistics providers for help. Following are three ways in which 3PLs are optimizing cross-border distribution…

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