Small changes in customer demand can create big ripples across the supply chain—this is the bullwhip effect. In this guide, we explain how forecasting errors, delays, and poor communication amplify demand swings, and outline effective strategies to stabilize operations, cut costs, and improve supply chain performance.
How Long Does Standard Shipping Take in Canada? 2025 Delivery Times Guide
Shipping across Canada can vary widely—from next-day city deliveries to week-long cross-country trips. In this 2025 guide, we break down standard shipping times for major carriers, explain regional differences, and share tips to ensure faster, more reliable deliveries nationwide.
Cheapest Shipping from Canada to the U.S.: 2025 Cost-Saving Guide
Cross-border shipping doesn’t have to break the bank. In this 2025 guide, we explore the most affordable ways to send packages from Canada to the U.S., comparing top carriers, delivery speeds, and hidden costs. Learn practical tips to lower your shipping expenses while keeping deliveries fast and reliable.
How to Properly Label and Pack Your Shipments
To ensure a safe and successful shipment, it’s important to become familiar with government regulations towards shipping. Common labeling requirements include the name and address of sender and receiver, a barcode, hazard warnings, tracking information, and signature requirements. Make sure you follow all applicable rules to avoid problems with customs or delays in transit.
The Dipping Cost of Shipping
Shipping costs have fallen dramatically in the past year, with some routes approaching pre-pandemic levels. Freightos’ data reveals that the Freightos Baltic Index (FBX) – a benchmark for global freight rates – has dropped by 80% since late 2021, signalling the end of a two-year boom period for shippers.
10 Most Common Causes of Shipping Delays and How to Avoid Them
In this blog post, we’ll explore the most common causes of shipping delays and provide tips on how to avoid them. We’ll also introduce you to Visiwise, a platform that can help you stay on top of your shipments and minimize the risk of shipping delays. Let’s get started!
Maersk to integrate Hamburg Süd and Sealand
Maersk, one of the world’s leading shipping companies, has announced its plans to integrate its brands, Sealand and Hamburg Süd, under the Maersk name
The Benefits of Using a Freight Forwarder for Your International Shipments
A freight forwarder is like a conductor of an orchestra, orchestrating the transportation of goods from point A to point B, and everything in between
Understanding the Incoterms used in international trade
In today’s global economy, international trade has become more prevalent than ever before. With the rise of cross-border commerce, it’s important to understand the various rules and guidelines that govern these transactions. That’s where Incoterms come in. Developed by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), Incoterms provide a universal set of rules and guidelines that help facilitate trade by providing a common language for buyers and sellers to set the terms of their trades.
The use of data analytics in optimizing ship operations and logistics
The shipping industry is a complex web of intricate supply chains, transporting goods and cargo across vast distances with ever-changing routes and schedules. At the heart of this industry lies a pressing need for companies to optimize their operations, improve customer service, and reduce costs.
Canadian Coast Guard Reports Oil Spill from Container Ship Europe
The Canadian Coast Guard has reported an oil spill from the container ship, Europe, owned by the Greek company, Danaos Corporation
The Challenges and Opportunities of Transporting Perishable Goods by Sea
Transporting perishable goods is crucial for keeping the global food supply chain intact, ensuring that fresh produce, dairy, meat, and other perishables reach their destinations in a timely and safe manner. One of the most important modes of transportation for these goods is through sea transport.