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10 questions to ask logistics agents before hiring them?

Having an eCommerce will require you to provide proper services when it comes to delivering items to the customer address. For instance, hiring the national shipping company of Saudi Arabia will still require some questions on your side. This is mostly due to the fact that you should opt for a logistics company that will…

Should you consider pallet packing when shipping to and from KSA

When it comes to the moment of moving, everyone has the hardest time packing and sorting things. Worrying about how things will be packed is inevitable. Your valuables are certainly the first thing on your mind. As well as your home appliances, paintings, and antiques. If you are shipping large quantities of furniture, or bulky…

Storage contracts and what they must include

Renting a storage unit is a great way to gain additional space for your items. With all the advantages they offer in the time of need, signing storage contracts can sometimes be a little bit tricky. Namely, you should always pay attention to the contract and read what you are signing. This is because each…

Air Cargo Trends in a Pandemic World

It’s old news that COVID-19 has caused unprecedented damages to the airline industry. Since its outbreak, the passengers’ numbers have been decimated, and many airliners have suffered huge financial losses. Commercial aviation has taken the hardest blow. However, not everything is that bleak. From a logistics standpoint, certain air cargo trends in a pandemic world…

Shipping liquids; rules and regulations

Shipping your belongings, products, and goods takes a lot of effort. This process is much more than simply putting certain items in boxes for shipping, sent them, and then hoping for the best. Shipping items take serious planning, a lot of thinking, and a lot of jobs. One of the most difficult and time-consuming parts…

How to store fragile items in KSA – an easy guide

Every day, we live and work with various types of fragile items. What all they have in common is their susceptibility to damage and decay. For that reason, these items require a high level of caution and care when handling. Storing is an additional challenge. One needs to provide them with the appropriate conditions and…

Third Party Logistics Guide 2021 – All You Need to Know

Your customers are happy when they receive their favorite products quickly. Getting those to your clients in an efficient and cost effective way is vital for any business operation. However, as your business grows, it gets more difficult to manage the supply chain. As result, many issues arise. To reduce them, companies opt to outsource…

Cross Border Cargo Transportation Challenges

When it comes to cross border shipping, there is always the threat of rising taxes and complex paperwork controls. Besides, COVID-19 has added to the challenges, by slowing down the operations. Our specialists at the national shipping company of Saudi Arabia share with us the main cross border cargo transportation challenges. Let’s jump right into it.

Benefits of 3PL in supply chain management

3PL or third-party logistics is a phrase that defines outsourcing eCommerce logistic processes like inventory management, warehouse storage and fulfilment. It serves as a service that helps eCommerce merchants to be faster and get more done. This happens because they get access to tools and infrastructure to have their automate retail fulfilment. Also, when you…