The Federal Maritime Commission, also known as FMC has proposed a new rule that would insight six significant changes to how carrier automated tariffs are administered. According to the FMC, this change will eliminate roadblocks and make the ocean transportation system more efficient. The new rule would also stop carriers from charging a fee to access their tariffs. As outlined, the rule proposes the following … Read More
The Fundamentals of Warehousing and Distribution
Finding the right warehouse and distribution center for your goods is crucial in making sure your cargo is being handled with care. To build successful warehousing and distribution services, it’s important to take note of a few key objectives and protocols and their functions. Location – the location of a warehouse is important when looking for your next partner. It’s recommended to find a warehouse near … Read More
Over-ordering Leading to Excessive Warehouse Volumes
Demand is high in the Global Supply Chain market, and warehouses globally are feeling the same pressures. The market is seeing a lot of delays in ocean transportation, airfreight, and domestic trucking, and data is showing logistics and warehouse sectors are stocking up in an effort to meet the demands. According to the Logistics Mangers’ Index (LMI) an index that reads expansion and contraction within … Read More
Supply Chain Technology and How It’s Changing the Market
The Supply Chain Market is no doubt one of the most important businesses in the world, as international shipping accounts for the carriage of 90% of world trade. Naturally, to keep up with the growing demands, those responsible for keeping the cargo moving are investing in top-tier technology to gain a competitive advantage. What Kinds of Technology Are Being Utilized? One of the most important … Read More
Employees of the quarter
GLC is proud to recognize these three exemplary employees for their dedication to our corporate values and consistently high performance, with the Employee of the Quarter Award. Quyen Le | Import Operations | GLC Inc. Los Angeles Quyen joined GLC in 2018 after working for nine years in Business Development for a logistics firm in Vietnam. An integral part of our Import Operations, she manages … Read More