Time to Outsource Transportation Logistics?

How do you know when it is time to outsource transportation logistics?

Transportation management generally doesn’t always rank as a high priority within a company and in today’s economic setting, companies from all around are looking for competitive gain. What it comes down to is this: If transportation management lacks the fundamental skills, and a lot of time and money is being consumed, then it is time to consider the advantages of working with a third-party logistics company such as Millennium Logistics Management.

Why should you outsource transportation logistics?

The reality of transportation logistics is that transportation management has a huge impact on business performance and many companies are benefiting from the use of third-party logistics providers and transportation management software. Today, shippers can depend on third-party logistics providers who specialize in transportation management to deliver real results (which are scalable and customizable for their own business goals and requirements).

What are some of the significant benefits from partnering with a third-party logistics company?

Discounts: One of the benefits is that as a transportation management provider, they have incredible buying power and are guaranteed to receive competitive pricing on freight moves. A third-party logistics company has the knowledge and experience to negotiate lower rates (including fuel surcharges) and create opportunities for cost savings.

Flexibility and Capacity: Another way you could benefit is that with the help of a third-party logistics company you will be able to find capacity any time (even during your peak shipping season) because they have established relationships with qualified carriers. They can handle any kind of shipments; fluctuating shipment schedules, regular handled shipments, expedited shipments, because they are familiar with the complex regulations of this industry. Plus, a third-party logistics company is scalable, which means they constantly find new opportunities for cost savings (such as less than truckload shipping and backhauls).

Data: A third benefit is that centralized technology allows decisions to be made based on real time and verifiable data analysis, therefore, an effective third-party logistics company will integrate a transportation management system. This system will provide you with access to visibility on shipment status as well as average haul length vs. cost per pound reports, cost summaries and average leads. All very essential information that is relevant to the success of your business.

As you can see, there are many things you can gain from working with a third-party logistics provider. If your company is in need of cutting transportation costs, improving business processes, managing inventory, improving customer service, and reducing labor costs then it is time to outsource transportation logistics.

Millennium Logistics Management has many years of experience in this industry and would be the ideal company to partner with. With their help, your company will reach the greatest level of success possible. To learn more about how Millennium Logistics can help improve your transportation logistics, contact them today!