When considering a third-party logistics partner, it’s important to understand your options. Some 3PLs (including First Call) are asset-based,...
“Disruption” hardly begins to encapsulate the state of the global supply chain in recent years. From post-pandemic struggles to international...
Despite continued concerns for the overall stability of the supply chain, there are several exciting technological advancements that have the...
Did you know the average U.S. resident consumes about 140 pounds of fresh vegetables each year? Multiply that figure by the 334 million people...
Looking at supply chain management from a bird’s eye view, packaging appears just a small step -– often lumped in with sourcing, or preparing...
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has required drivers operating commercial motor vehicles to be in possession of a...
Good news! Some business insiders are predicting we’ll see many of the recent issues plaguing supply chains return to normal by 2024. However,...
As a 3PL provider, readying our shipping partners for “peak season” is one of First Call’s primary responsibilities. Anticipating annual shifts...
Many consumers picture shipping as a matter of moving products from A to B in one smooth, single-stepped journey – how else could something go...
With experts predicting the global logistics market to be worth nearly $13 billion by 2027, the industry has managed to thrive in recent years...
