The term intermodal refers to moving a container or trailer by more than one mode of transportation—generally truck plus rail, ocean plus rail, ocean plus truck, or all three modes.

One of the key components of logistical management is warehousing. This is also essential in managing storage and in the transportation of inventories.

The amount of returned goods that need to be sent back in the opposite direction of a normal supply chain network is much bigger than most people think.

Is your company thinking of exporting to international markets? Maybe you already export to the U.S. or the world. Here are some reasons why the timing is just right to ramp up your exports.

Outsourcing non-core competencies just makes sense. It provides you with more flexibility, expertise with no associated investment, and ultimately, a driver for your bottom line.

Every transport mode has advantages and disadvantages. Road transport is unbeatable in the last mile due to the flexibility and availability.

Have you wondered why we still are using use the term “steamship” in the freight forwarding world today? Do your containers move across the oceans of todays world on steam-powered ships?

Sometimes, a shipment is too large to send with a parcel service, like Canada post, but way too small to fill a standard truck trailer. In fact, the cost of this shipment as a parcel or truckload would be insanely high because it’s not ideal for either type of providers. In this case, LTL shipping is ideal.

The process of considering outsourcing warehousing is a big one. FMi is continually engaged with a wide variety of customers and businesses looking for warehousing and distributions solutions. The need for expert guidance and assistance is a need that unites all of our customers, whether their businesses are small, medium, or large.

Coronavirus is having a dramatic impact on our lives and businesses. What FMi is doing to keep our customers and our teams safe while continuing to support the flow of goods.

The term order fulfillment refers to everything a company does between receiving an order from a customer and placing the product in the customer’s hands.

Typically, a trucking freight broker acts as the liaison between a trucking company and an individual or company that needs shipping services.