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California’s rail network serves as the backbone of freight movement throughout the state, and indeed the entire country. As we delve into the intricate world of rail transport, the Sacramento rail yard emerges as a superior location compared to its Californian counterparts in Los Angeles and San Diego. The presence of two Class I rail…

In the dynamic world of fuel distribution, efficiency and reliability are not just goals—they’re imperatives. As a fueling manager, you understand the importance of every step in the supply chain, especially when it comes to transferring fuel via rail. This is where a capable rail fuel transfer partner leaps into the picture, transforming potential logistical…

The global logistics market will grow up by a whopping $12.6 billion by the year 2023.  A closer assessment of the industry trends reveals the growing demand for outsourced logistical support. This shift among businesses is partly due to the need to relieve organizations of the challenges around complex operations.  Opting to outsource your company’s…

Logistics cost American firms $1.6 trillion in 2018. That’s a whopping 8% of that year’s GDP! Big companies can afford to outsource their logistics tasks if they so desire. However, smaller firms don’t have this luxury and have to, therefore, be proactive in managing their business logistics management. Read on as we explain three of…

On average, around 30% of products purchased by a consumer are returned to the manufacturer. There are tons of reasons why someone may need to return a product. Regardless of the reason, the return of products is an important part of running a business. Without a proper return policy, companies face losing consumers, which ultimately…

If you’re in the business of selling products of any kind, you know there are only two ways to sustain profitability.  The first is to get the customers to your products. The second is to get to your products to your customers, preferably in one piece and on time.  So if you have a business without…

Logistics is the commercial activity of transporting goods to customers. This is also known as forward logistics. On a basic level, reverse logistics is the transporting of goods in the other direction: from customers to the vendor. Yet reverse logistics is not limited to defective goods or handling customer returns. Defective product returns account for only…

Northern California is experiencing an economic boom. The number of permits for new construction is rising expeditiously, both residential and commercial. New businesses are moving to Sacramento to take advantage of the increase in population and favorable business environment. The goods, materials and equipment flowing into the area is significant. A quality supply-chain company is…