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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If it feels like carrier rate hikes are becoming an annual tradition, you’re not imagining things. General Rate Increases (GRIs) from the major parcel and LTL carriers are once again on the horizon, and while the headlines might focus on a single percentage figure, the real cost impact is often much bigger and far more…
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The logistics world is shifting fast. More companies are looking beyond traditional freight brokers or 3PLs and moving toward fourth-party logistics (4PL) models. In fact, demand for 4PL services has grown sharply in recent years as midsize enterprises across a wide range of industries see the value in outsourcing logistics strategy and execution to a…
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From rising surcharges to customs changes and the latest USPS rate hike, it’s a critical time to take a fresh look at your parcel shipping strategy. This is especially true if you’re in the direct-to-consumer (DTC) space or rely on small, lightweight package delivery. Here’s a breakdown of the key updates across USPS, FedEx, UPS,…
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If managing your freight feels like juggling too many systems, providers, and points of contact, you’re not alone. Today’s shippers need more than just transactional support. They need a partner who can streamline operations, solve problems fast, and think strategically. That’s where we come in. GLI: One Partner. Total Coverage. Global Logistics Inc. (GLI) is…
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We just wrapped up an energizing few days at Home Delivery World 2025 in Nashville. From RFID innovation to fulfillment challenges in rural America, one thing became clear: companies aren’t just chasing cost savings anymore—they’re searching for strategic, long-term logistics partnerships. The show was packed with insightful conversations, innovative tech, and candid stories from leaders…
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What Is a Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ)? A U.S. Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) is a secure, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)-approved area where imported goods can be stored, assembled, or even manufactured- without immediately paying customs duties or taxes. Goods in an FTZ can be: Stored indefinitely, as long as they remain compliant Manipulated…
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Real people. Real service. Real results. AI is having a moment and logistics isn’t exempt. From predictive pricing to instant quoting, the industry giants are racing to automate the entire shipping experience. Just look at CH Robinson’s latest headlines: AI investments, automation tools, digital freight matching. We get it. Speed sells. But at Global Logistics…
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