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August 27, 2020 by Logistics

Are your freight costs going up?

If so,  you are not alone. The recent disruption in supply chain due to Covid-19 has been challenging and well documented.  Being able to ship product on demand is a basic business need. The challenge in today’s environment is lack of predictability.  As Covid-19 cases increased, demand for food to restock grocery stores rose dramatically, while demand for food from restaurants and hotels slowed drastically. This shift is just one example of an extraordinary change in freight demand. As demand goes up, prices go up. As demand goes down, prices go down. When both are happening at the same time…it can be very challenging. 

A third-party logistics company can help relieve some of this stress because of the volume of freight they handle and their close monitoring of truck capacity. This volume means they have strong relationships within the transportation industry and warehouse space at their disposal to help provide solutions that many transportation companies cannot offer. A strong 3PL team is dedicated to finding solutions for their customers often in unexpected ways. A 3PL can help “flatten the curve” of your freight cost and reduce the heartburn that comes with high price volatility. Below are a few specific ways a 3PL can help when your freight costs are going up and your demand for freight is changing rapidly. 

  • Local Delivery – 3PL’s have trucks running every day within a 150-mile radius of their location to serve multiple customers. By putting multiple clients product on one truck the cost is reduced for all. As a matter of fact, when more clients that have different products going to the same locations (Example: hospitals) everyone saves money and reliability increases. 
  • Dedicated Lanes – If a 3PL has a truck shipping freight from point A to point B for one client and finds another client who needs product shipped from point B to point A, then the 3PL can “match” the driver and truck with the loads. Everyone benefits from this relationship. More predictability, lower cost, and a knowledgeable and reliable driver who knows what you need and when you need it.
  • Drayage – International shipments, whether exports or imports, can be difficult to time with respect to labor.  A 3PL can help by not only picking up TEU’s (containers) from the port but they can either transport directly to your warehouse or client, or they can cross-dock the product (usually less than a week) at their warehouse to allow more time to find the lowest freight cost available. The Virginia Ports and the Richmond Marine Terminal are very attractive options because of their locations on the East Coast.
  • Change in Mode – Another example of how freight costs have shifted dramatically is in the airlines. The cost of using passenger airlines to ship freight internationally has increased because the number of passenger flights has dropped substantially .  Before, freight was added  to flights that were frequent and reliable so capacity was available at a reasonable cost. Now, with so few flights, there is a  significant decrease in freight capacity.  Shipping internationally may require dedicated freight flights often with an expedited focus which comes  at a much higher cost. How is  this problem solved? Maybe  with a shift in mode of transportation! Instead of Air freight maybe the shipment travels internationally by ship, or domestically by rail or truck. Obviously, timing can be a factor that needs to be taken into consideration. Low Air Freight may be a long way in the future but a 3PL company  can help.
  • Flexibility – A 3PL has many solutions to choose from to help lower your freight costs and offer cost savings from unexpected places. As you navigate the uncertain future cost of freight, it only makes sense to develop a partnership that focuses on reducing costs to help you navigate the challenges ahead.

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Riverside Logistics is a third-party logistics and supply chain management company providing a full complement of third-party logistics, transportation and warehousing solutions.

Riverside Logistics serves the Medical, Food, Chemical, Paper and other mission critical industry sectors.  Riverside Logistics has owner operator’s and dedicated lanes, with routes throughout Virginia, the Mid-Atlantic and the Southeast. Riverside Logistics offers pooled distribution and consolidated delivery services throughout the 48 states that can save you money. They are headquartered in Richmond, Virginia. To contact Riverside Logistics for a quote call 1-804-474-7700 Option 4 or click here.


Filed Under: Transportation News Tagged With: Change in Mode of Shipping, Drayage, How can a Third-Party Logistics Company Help (3PL), How do lower Freight Cost, How to ship LTL, Less than Truckload LTL, Local Delivery Options, Norfolk Ports, Richmond Marine Terminal, Richmond Virginia, Small Package shipping, Truck Brokerage Firm, Truckload, VA, Virginia Ports

April 2, 2019 by Logistics

Riverside Logistics TMS system provides insight to shippers for the best LTL carrier choices.

LTL Metrics

Introducing Logistically TMS:

Logistically TMS (LyTMS) was designed with simplicity in mind.  The system provides shippers with insight into the best carrier choices for their customer by listing cost and transit information across a wide variety of carrier choices. This allows the user to make an up-to-date informed decision consistent with their immediate requirements for cost and service. Once carrier selection is decided based on your customer requirements, the bill of lading and tendering functions can be generated right from the quote screen, making the transaction very efficient.  The Dashboards will allow you to view your shipping patterns and track your costs and shipments in real time. The Logistically TMS offers additional benefits to help manage your freight accurately.

  • Automated shipment tracking and event notification.
  • Pre-loaded customer database addresses and information.
  • Changes to the bill of lading can be done and updated while in the system.
  • Total cost metrics are available on demand per customer or carrier
  • Multiple users with varying levels of access can be setup as needed
  • Quotes can be saved and retrieved at any time to tender to the carrier

Filed Under: News & Events Tagged With: Freight Cost Metrics, How to ship LTL, Less than Truckload LTL, LTL Shippers in RIchmond, LTL Shippers near the Port of Richmond, Near the Norfolk International Terminals, Port of Richmond, Richmond Marine Terminal, Riverside Logistics, Tracking LTL shipments, Transportation Cost Metrics, Virginia

December 7, 2018 by Logistics

Riverside Logistics invested in “Logistically” in 2018, a Less Than Truckload (LTL) online portal for our customers.

Riverside Logistics invested in “Logistically” in 2018, a Less Than Truckload (LTL) online portal for our customers. Logistically will speed your access to LTL information, therefore, improving your customer experience by saving you time and money by leveraging our buying power.

Why is that important to our customers? Because LTL shipments can be a great advantage when you need your product shipped at an affordable cost. Logistically gives you the ability to book your own loads and see the options available in real time on your computer. The information below provides some further insight into LTL options and benefits compared to full truckloads.

When should I ship a Full Truckload (FTL) vs. or Less than Truckload (LTL)? 

There are many factors to consider when determining best way to ship freight. Fortunately, Riverside Logistics can guide you through your options.  Product, size, speed and of course price all influence that decision.  Here are a few points to help you determine which is the best route for your freight.

LTL – Less than Truckload

An LTL shipment is a palletized shipment that weighs anywhere from 100 – 10,000 lbs. and simply means that the shipment will not utilize the entire truck.   This is an economical option since you are only paying for the space you are using.  However, it may involve a slightly longer transit since the freight will need to be off loaded and reloaded several times prior to final delivery.   Also, if your shipment is over 10 pallets or 20 linear feet, then you will need to explore full truckload options.  There is a surcharge from LTL carriers for shipments over 20 linear feet and that will often negate any savings that LTL will offer.

FTL – Full Truckload

FTL or TL fill the entire truck or may be a heavier shipment (10K LBS+) that will require TL.   There are other product variables that may benefit from FTL shipping.  For example, if your product is more fragile or cannot be securely packaged, then FTL offers advantages.  FTL shipments are not off loaded for consolidation like LTL so there is less risk of damage.  Additionally, high value shipments will also benefit from reduced handling and less exposure.  Lastly, FTL offers quicker transit because the truck is loaded for final destination at time of departure.

Filed Under: News & Events Tagged With: Full truckload (FTL), How to ship LTL, Less than Truckload LTL, Logistically, LTL Shippers in RIchmond, Riverside Logistics, Virginia

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