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How Inaccurate Freight Bill-of-Lading Hurts Your Shipping Costs

Extreme weather conditions, remote locations, and limited infrastructure all contribute to the complexity of shipping freight in Alaska. These things increase the importance of accurately tendering freight. Mistakes can lead to costly errors, disrupting schedules, and straining relationships with carriers. Proper bill-of-lading (BOL)ensures that shipments move smoothly and efficiently despite the obstacles. Incorrect information, on...

Why Carlile Is the Perfect Logistics Partner for Your Emerging Small Business

Alaska – a sprawling and stunning backdrop of terrain, wildlife, and communities as diverse as the land itself. For businesses growing amidst this extraordinary environment, success depends on more than a great idea. Efficient, reliable, and cost-effective shipping in Alaska becomes the lifeblood of your operation. Understanding Alaska’s logistics puzzle takes insider knowledge and tailored...

Tips For Managing Small Business Supply Chain And Logistics

Running a small business in Alaska takes guts and determination. Every Alaskan small business owner knows that logistics here present a unique set of obstacles. The sheer distances involved, the unpredictable weather patterns, and the often-limited infrastructure create a supply chain unlike any other in the United States. But that doesn’t mean success is out...

Streamlining Operations with LTL Logistics Companies

Alaska’s terrain and unique logistical hurdles make shipping complicated. Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) shipping offers a practical and versatile solution. Logistics companies in Alaska can consolidate smaller shipments from multiple customers into a single truckload. By pooling resources in this way, we optimize transportation costs and achieve greater efficiency for shipping in Alaska. This shipping method is...

What is Multimodal Transportation?

Updated: August 21, 2024 Multimodal transport combines two or more methods of transportation, or “modes.” Each mode of transportation–over air, sea, and land–has distinct advantages and disadvantages. Rather than depend on one method, multimodal shipping uses two or more. The main benefit is efficiency. Multimodal logistics reduce transport costs while optimizing lead times and reducing...