Our Week 3 Top Logistics Stories

Here are three stories logistics companies should be updating their customers and prospects on this week.

Shippers may not be aware of what’s occurring or its importance, so offering your assistance and insights will help you build a stronger relationship with them.

Being aware of what’s going on in the market is only half the battle. Your customers need to know what to do about it and they should hear that from you.

1 - Less-than-truckload tariffs in the US are in for a change. New classification rules may impact the rates companies pay for partial truckload shipments, So, like import tariffs, companies need to keep a close eye on how the changes will impact their costs. It’ll be a good time to look at new carrier options for shippers.

2 - There has been a lot of talk about import tariffs by the incoming US administration. With the inauguration happening soon, supply chains must watch closely for what actions are taken and the impact. Importers will need help navigating and adjusting to the changes.

3 - Lastly, diesel prices in the US are up for the 3rd consecutive week. This will put upward pressure on fuel costs, which shippers need to be aware of.

Of course, these stories are just a small part of what’s going on in the supply chain space right now. Updating your clients on how this and other information is relevant to their business is a way to provide more value and strengthen your relationships.

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