Before you hand a 3PL, 4PL, or TMS vendor the keys to your supply chain, demand clear answers to these questions. One vague response can cost you millions in hidden fees, missed SLAs, and lost visibility. This checklist is designed for operations and supply chain leaders at mid-size to enterprise manufacturers evaluating whether to outsource…
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Billing overcharges are the silent tax on every freight budget. Industry benchmarks consistently show that between 2% and 6% of all freight invoices contain errors. In LTL and parcel, where accessorial fees multiply across thousands of shipments, the exposure compounds fast. For a mid-market shipper moving $20 million in freight annually, that's $400,000 to $12…
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If you're managing freight across multiple carriers, juggling LTL shipments, and trying to get visibility into shipments while running a manufacturing operation — you've probably wondered whether outsourcing the whole problem is worth it. That's exactly what a fourth-party logistics (4PL) provider is designed for. This guide explains the specific services a 4PL delivers, what…
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If you’ve been shipping lately, you’ve probably felt it. Fuel surcharges are moving fast, in some cases jumping around 10% overnight. And when that happens, a shipment you quoted yesterday can invoice higher today. That’s where the frustration comes in. At GLI, we’re seeing this across all modes including LTL, truckload, parcel, and even international…
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If your company is relying on an LTL broker to manage shipments, there’s a good chance you’re leaving a lot on the table right now. In today’s market, simply tendering shipments through a broker and accepting the quoted rate is not the same thing as strategically managing your LTL program. Brokers play an important role…
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Most companies have freight data. Very few are actually using it. Spreadsheets get emailed around. Reports are exported once a month. Someone pulls numbers together before a leadership meeting. Finance wants answers. Operations wants clarity. The data exists, but it is fragmented and difficult to act on. We believe that should change. If we are…
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Tariffs have a way of forcing sharper decision making. When duty rates rise or shift with little notice, importers are left asking the same question: How do we keep landed costs under control without disrupting operations? Two programs frequently come into the conversation: Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs) and bonded warehouses. Both offer ways to delay…
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Cargo theft in the U.S. is rising, but the bigger shift is how it’s happening. What was once associated with broken seals, stolen trailers, and opportunistic crime has evolved into something far more calculated. Today’s cargo theft often happens without force, without confrontation, and sometimes without anyone realizing a crime occurred until weeks later. Recent…
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Overview The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s interim rule on non-domiciled CDLs has created one of the biggest conversations in transportation this year. Some groups argue the rule is unlawful and disruptive. Others believe it strengthens national security and improves verification standards. As with most major policy shifts, the truth falls somewhere in the middle…
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For companies that import finished goods, components, or raw materials into the United States, the Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) program offers one of the most powerful tools for reducing supply chain costs, improving cash flow, and increasing operational efficiency. This guide summarizes the core financial benefits of FTZ participation using real-world ranges derived from multiple…
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