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Meet the Experts Helping Customers Excel with Descartes’ Routing, Mobile & Telematics Solutions Welcome to Team Behind the Tech, where we chat with the team members who work closely with customers to help them be successful with Descartes’ routing...
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Automation in customs operations offers significant advantages in terms of efficiency and accuracy. Automated systems can process large volumes of data rapidly, reducing the time and resources required for manual entry.
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Implementing EDI in 3PL operations has numerous benefits. Read on for the details.
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Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is the exchange of electronic business documents in a standardized format, facilitating data sharing and process automation between suppliers, 3PL providers and customers. Read on for more details.
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As the UK prepares for significant changes in export customs procedures, exporters face impending deadlines for migrating their export declarations from CHIEF to CDS.
Carrier connectivity in transportation management is the ability to automatically send and receive electronic messages with a carrier, broker, or forwarder that a shipper is working with to move their freight. These messages include bookings or...
Customs management software solutions, also known as customs brokerage software, are tools or software applications designed to facilitate and streamline the process of customs filing and compliance for importers and exporters.
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A streamlined and efficient order processing system that lets you focus on strategic aspects of your business while enjoying a smoother operation. EDI can provide just that. Read the blog for details.
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Explore the intricacies of shipper Transportation Management Systems (TMS) recurring costs, pricing models, and key features. Learn about transaction-based pricing, alternative transaction models, and considerations for carrier connectivity.
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Border Control Points (CPs) have emerged as a crucial component in fortifying the United Kingdom's biosecurity by serving as the first line of defence in the management of customs declarations.
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In this article, we'll explore the advantages of choosing an integrated TMS with real-time visibility from a single vendor, as opposed to opting for separate solutions from different providers. Selecting the right TMS with either an included...
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With global ecommerce sales expected to top $6 trillion in 2023 and grow to over $8T by 2026 according to Forbes, printing a shipping label quickly is more important than ever. Being able to print labels easily from a transportation management system...
A TMS takes you from data to visibility. A well organised supply chain, where logistics applications help collect data and create 'visibility', is the basis of successful operations. Especially when shipments flow across multiple legs (or segments)...
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Explore the world of real-time visibility in logistics and supply chain management. Understand the challenges and benefits of continuous updates, Learn why real-time visibility is crucial for shippers and forwarders, and how it contributes to...
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Lead time in the supply chain is the total time from when a customer order, or purchase order, is placed and when the goods are received
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The top 5 ways in which employing the right customs management software can revolutionise operations, presenting an unmatched opportunity for traders and 3PLs.
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The management of bonded and free circulation stock within the realm of UK customs and bonded warehousing presents unique challenges and opportunities for both traders and warehouse operators alike.
In a nutshell the New Computerised Transit System (NCTS) is a digital system developed by the European Union for the management of goods moving in transit between signatory countries under the Common Transit Convention (CTC).
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Here are 5 ways you can utilize EDI to streamline your Supply Chain processes.
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