Planning ahead is the best way to prepare for the holiday shipping season. During the months leading up to the holidays, there is an increased amount of imported and domestic goods that must be transported to distribution center or retail stores. For logistics companies, this means an increase in volume that can lead to limited…
Logistics are a vital part of every business whether it’s large or small. A logistics plan can help your business run efficiently and most importantly, cost effectively. Without a strategic plan in place, your costs will rise. Therefore, we’ve compiled 5 key logistics tips for small business owners looking to increase productivity and cost effectiveness.…
Every business has different needs and therefore requires different logistics strategies. To help business leaders with the inevitable daunting task of maintaining sustainable business process, we’ve put together this list of four simple logistics management tips to help you out. Stimulate Dialogue Between Employees: If you want a quick snapshot of your business then pay…
At the start of the new year, the transportation world is slow. The holidays have passed and the need to ship items quiets down. This brings us to season number 1. Season 1: (January – March): These are known as the quiet months. The transportation industry is quiet because the holiday season is over and…
Logistics involves the planning and management of operations that involve people, information, supplies, and facilities. Increasing logistical efficiency means starting with the basics and doing that really well. Here are 4 ways to help your company save money through logistical efficiency. Track Your Inventory: You must track your inventory every day to avoid misplacing cargo,…
When a critical move is being planned, working with the right logistics company can ensure that every item is relocated without any issues. Complex shipments can often require multiple forms of transportation. To accomplish this, you’ll need a logistics company that can customize a logistical plan for your business’s request. Hughes Custom Logistics can solve…
Logistics efficiency is defined by how smoothly an enterprise or business performs its operations. Normally logistics is all about how well a company moves physical goods and important information. Whether it’s raw materials to conducting warehouse management, supply chain labor, and information on product shipment and tracking, all of these processes come down to logistics…
Logistics involves thorough planning and managing operations that include supplies, facilities, and of course, people. To make your logistics work better for you, your business, and your clients, you’ll need loyal clients, workers, and proper management. Great logistics starts with the basics and fundamentals. Here are some tips below on how to improve your logistics.…
Hiring a logistics company is the best thing to when relocating your business. Hiring the right company is not always an easy task to do though. Here at Hughes Custom Logistics we save your business money by being efficient in our process so that you get what you need for the price you need it…
Throughout recent history there have been many changes and technological advances in the logistics industry. Here are some interesting facts about logistics that are relevant to the past few decades. Amazon, the biggest disruptor of the retail industry, is advancing into the logistics sector by building their own infrastructure, complete with Amazon branded planes, trucks,…