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Our team of experts is happy to offer advice, forecasts, and other useful information about the logistics and supply chain industries. Check out our blogs by clicking below.
What You Need to Know About Blank Sailings
Ask any logistics professional, and they’ll tell you how this industry is packed to the brim with jargon. Whether it’s a never-ending list of acronyms or terms that are tossed around casually, there’s a lot to learn about talking the talk of the logistics industry....
2023 IFLN Recap
In March of this year, our team members attended the IFLN 29th Worldwide Membership Conference in Bangkok, Thailand. The event was packed with great conversations, networking opportunities, and relationship building. Plus, TOC Logistics was thrilled to sponsor coffee...
Five Signs Your Organization Needs a Licensed Customs Broker
Customs can be one heck of a challenge to master, especially with an ever-changing backdrop of rules and regulations. Perhaps that’s why it’s not uncommon for organizations to seek out experts in the field. In other words, licensed customs brokers (LCBs) can make a...
Trucking Cargo: Facts and Figures
As you might have guessed after perusing the title, we'll be diving into trucking cargo. Last year, we discussed key facts and takeaways about shipping goods via air and ocean, but with this blog, we'll switch gears and explore the world of transporting products via...
Supply Chain News and Notes | February
What’s Up, Docks? Life in supply chain management is never dull, huh? Now that the new year is off to a bang and the second quarter is in sight, we've got some important news for you. We pulled together some of the top stories from the last month so you can stay...
Utilizing Cloud-Based Systems to Manage the Supply Chain
If there’s one thing that’s become increasingly clear over the last few years, it’s the importance of secure, reliable, digital supply chain management. When COVID-19 lockdowns swept across the globe, organizations that relied on internal servers or even hand-written...
The Significance of Autonomous Driving for Logistics
Autonomous/self-driving vehicles are getting a lot of attention in the logistics industry. They come fully equipped with AI and other advanced technologies, aiding in the safe and efficient transportation of goods. With the potential positives, however, come...
Government Interventions and Supply Chains
We’ve definitely seen the government making big waves in the supply chain industry lately. After it was thrust into the general conscience by the pandemic, the supply chain seems to continue to be on everyone’s lips. Even now, our industry is still going through a bit...
Strategically Shipping High-Value Cargo
As industries continue to get more and more competitive, a lot of organizations find themselves diversifying their services. Sometimes, that means they have to learn how to handle different types of cargo, including high-value shipments (HVS). Luckily, our expert TOC...
The Benefits of Working with a Licensed Customs Broker
With all the work and attention to detail that comes with customs, wouldn’t it be nice to have someone who knows the ins and outs of the industry? Well, that’s why many companies hire licensed customs brokers. Admittedly, before you hire one, you should probably know...