There is one, simple reason to renegotiate your carrier agreement: to save money! Most shippers’ carrier agreements leave plenty of room for improvement. The carriers negotiate every single day, whereas you may only negotiate agreements once every year. Based on that discrepancy, the agreement is more than likely going to favor the carriers. So what’s …
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Though the announcements of carrier rate increases focused only on a small percentage as the average GRI, experienced shippers know those figures never apply across the board. So what is the true impact of a rate increase? The answer depends on many variables that factor into what kind of rate increase your company will actually …
Leading B2B publication releases annual list of the supply chain industry’s top professionals featuring Zero Down Supply Chain Solutions’ Brad A. McBride and Jessica Windham. SUNRISE, Fla. — FEBRUARY 28, 2019 — Supply & Demand Chain Executive, the executive’s user manual for successful supply and demand chain transformation, has announced the 19th annual listing of …
This article originally appeared on ParcelIndustry.com. In fashion, accessorizing is a great way to get noticed. However, in the shipping industry, accessorial fees will make you stand out for all the wrong reasons. Accessorial fees bleed profits from your supply chain and often can be avoided with the right knowledge, visibility, and proper planning. …
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Unless you’re new to the shipping industry, you probably know what the fourth quarter means: General Rate Increases (GRIs). Around this time each year, both FedEx and UPS announce their GRIs for the upcoming year. Each year for the past five years, this has meant a consistent increase by both carriers of 4.9% to their …
At Zero Down Supply Chain Solutions, we are proud of the impact our supply chain services have on our clients’ businesses. Not only do we protect their bottom line as a leading supply chain optimization company, but we save them significant time and valuable resources through our proprietary software for supply chain management …
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Zero Down Featured as Top Supply Chain Industry Resource in Parcel Magazine’s Annual Hot Companies Issue SUNRISE, Fla. – SEPTEMBER 14, 2018 – Zero Down Supply Chain Solutions is pleased to announce the company’s inclusion in Parcel Magazine’s annual “Hot Companies” issue for the 2018-2019 year. Zero Down is showcased in a full-page feature with …
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If you’re on our email list, chances are you’re already implementing these savvy ways to save on shipping. If you haven’t seen our email campaign, or just need a refresher, read on! The Zero Down services are tried and proven to reduce transportation expenses for our clients. Our expert team has seen it all! As …
As supply chain optimization consultants, we are always happy to share our experience and expertise with other seasoned industry executives and leaders. Earlier this month, Zero Down’s CEO Brad A. McBride penned an informative article on carrier contract negotiations for PARCEL Industry magazine. The article, titled: The 4 “Must-Haves” for Successful Carrier Negotiations, appeared on …
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Did you hear the news? We’re excited to announce the launch of our new high-tech, cloud-based Transportation Management System (TMS). As a valuable addition to our full suite of associated services, the new transport management system software includes upgraded capabilities and an easy-to-use interface that facilitates data-driven decision making. This next-level solution helps our clients …
