Apr 17, 2013 | Articles, Logistics, Transport |
By John Cole “I get carriers in here all the time and they can’t beat these rates.” I can’t tell you how many freight optimisation projects I’ve kicked off where those are the first words out of a transport manager’s mouth. Often they’re right, too: I can’t beat those...
Oct 28, 2011 | 3PL, Articles, Outsourcing, Transport, Warehouse |
In my last article I outlined reasons why companies outsource and described key drivers for successful third-party logistics (3PL) relationships. In this issue I briefly describe five pricing options that are commonly used in Australia and how to ensure that the 3PL...
Jun 18, 2011 | Articles, Logistics, Transport
Author: John Cole At the most basic level, freight arrangements are in place to satisfy targeted service standards at an accepted cost. When these standards are threatened or need redefining, your freight arrangements need to be reviewed. But how do you know when that...
Nov 4, 2010 | 3PL, Articles, Outsourcing, Transport, Warehouse |
Over the last 10-15 years outsourcing of logistic activities to third party logistics service providers has become increasingly popular. Research indicates that up to 75% of firms report positive impacts from outsourcing to logistic service providers (Langley J,...
Oct 18, 2009 | Articles, Logistics, Transport |
In the last two months, I have spoken with representatives from ten transport companies. Within this group, there are subsets of road and rail freight service providers. Some offer service using both modes. The majority of businesses interviewed offer national...
Dec 25, 2008 | Transport, Videos |
Here are some Transport Optimisation tips from John Cole, a specialist Transport Consultant at Logistics Bureau. “Hi, I’m John Cole. Many users of transport services wrongly associate optimization with the process of changing carriers, which in my experience...
