REFRIGERATED TRANSPORTATION AND THE COLD CHAIN

March 31, 2019

The refrigerated transportation industry is booming, with massive growth in demand year after year. Many pin this growth on increased regulation and stringent measures taken in the United States by the FDA, and it’s very true that these measures have had a big role in growing the industry.

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Fastmore Logistics

Fastmore Logistics was founded in 2005 with the goal of providing logistics solutions to freight forwarders and customers in a variety of industries across the United States. Year after year, our focus remains fixed on simplifying logistics, outsourcing and optimizing transportation solutions. We develop unique solutions by utilizing the latest technologies that exceed our customers’ expectations, enabling them to run their business smoothly and successfully.

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TOP ISSUES FACING 3PL'S AND COLD STORAGE WAREHOUSES

Infographic | January 6, 2020

Power consumption: Energy cost have increased 33% over the past decade. Consumption rose from 5.25 c/KWH to over 7.01 c/KWH this accounting for nearly 15 percent of the facilities operating cost. Next to energy, labor costs are the second largest concern for a 3PL warehouse. The demand for skilled labor is at an all time high with manufactures, repack operators and other warehouses and retailers all competing for the same worker.

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Your Essential Warehouse

Infographic | December 15, 2019

Regular maintenance of your warehouse should be a central part of the company's safety practices. Keeping your warehouse environment spic-and-span fosters a healthy workplace atmosphere, increased efficiency, and fewer accidents.

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Supply chain planning

Infographic | January 27, 2020

Supply chain management software is segmented into planning components and execution components. Planning are activities such as developing demands forecasts, establishing the supplies, planning and scheduling manufacturing operations, and developing key performance metrics to ensure efficient and cost effective operations.

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Is a 3PL right for your business?

Infographic | April 20, 2021

Third-party logistics providers typically specialize in integrated operations of warehousing and transportation services that can be scaled and customized to customers needs, based on market conditions, to meet the demands and delivery service requirements for their products. A provider of such integrated services is referenced as a third-party supply chain management provider (3PSCM), or as a supply chain management service provider (SCMSP). 3PL targets particular functions within supply management, such as warehousing, transportation, or raw material provision. Services often extend beyond logistics to include value-added services related to the production or procurement of goods, such as services that integrate parts of the supply chain.

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Warehouse safety: The dangers of modern warehouses and how to prevent them

Infographic | January 10, 2020

In order to appropriately hands any accident that many happen, make sure all employees know how to Respond to accidents and understand company procedures. Report accidents to a super. Locate fire extinguishers. Locate MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets, and chemical spill cleanup kits.

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WORKING OF LOGISTICS & SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

Infographic | January 3, 2020

Mechanism of Logistics Management. A proper supply chain may include transportation, shipping, receiving, storage supplier. Manufacture transmit load to supplier, warehouse and 3 PL Providers & Packages will be given to the local facility.

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Fastmore Logistics

Fastmore Logistics was founded in 2005 with the goal of providing logistics solutions to freight forwarders and customers in a variety of industries across the United States. Year after year, our focus remains fixed on simplifying logistics, outsourcing and optimizing transportation solutions. We develop unique solutions by utilizing the latest technologies that exceed our customers’ expectations, enabling them to run their business smoothly and successfully.

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