The pandemic’s ripple effect on businesses and consumers is still being felt across the world today even though it has been more than a year since everything came to a standstill. Shipping rates have exploded and delays are well on the horizon when shipping goods via sea. Staying informed, having a game plan, and hiring the right […]
Running a business is rewarding and can be full of challenges at times, especially if you import goods into Canada. As long as you stay on top of the latest changes in policies with the help of a trusted team and have the basics down right, you’ll encounter fewer mishaps along the way. We have […]
At Sandhar Trucking, we are committed to helping you save time and money while delivering superior service at all times. With a recent boom in the demand for goods, your business may greatly benefit from Cross-Docking. Let’s dive into how this reduction of material handling helps your bottom line. What Is Cross-Docking? Cross-docking involves sending […]
We’ve often heard of the amazing results that come with having freight forwarders and customs brokers on your dream team. If you’re starting to dip your toes into importing/exporting or thinking of expanding your business, learning about the specialties and differences between freight forwarders and customs brokers will help you make the right decisions, lower […]
The words customs delays are far from music to a business owner’s ear. It is true that importing goods has its risks, but knowing all the facts and having all the right documents in place will minimize your chances of dripping in cold sweat for days on end. Understanding the common reasons for customs delays […]
LTL shipping is a fantastic way for many businesses to get their goods from A to B and preparing your goods efficiently for travel can help you maximize the power of this shipping method. Having everything in order as much as you can will definitely help curb off the stress as we enter this year’s […]
We’re all in the thick of this year’s peak shipping season and there’s still a few months of hustling to go in order to ride the waves of holiday sales this season. The logistics challenges that businesses can encounter during this time of the year are unprecedented and can be overwhelming, with little breathing room […]
It’s been an interesting journey for all of us this year no matter which industry your business belongs to, but we’re all aiming to finish with a strong Q4 and an even better 2022. The LTL trucking industry has always played a key role in helping small businesses deliver their goods efficiently and effectively. Let’s […]
The freight shipping and logistics industry typically follow the ebb and flow of four main seasons. Now with the unprecedented events that happened in the past year, there have definitely been some curve balls thrown in the mix. However, the specifics surrounding each season still serve as a good baseline of what to expect and how to […]
There has been no shortage of global shipping challenges to round off 2021 and the effects are still very real as we step into the first month of 2022. From unprecedented volume entering the Port of Vancouver to extreme weather that cut off major roads and rails, importers are constantly faced with tough choices and […]