Freight Rates & Reducing Your Logistics Costs

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It's not actually about the freight "rate". Sometimes in trying to reduce freight costs, people focus on the wrong things. Understanding freight rates requires you to also look at rate structures and consignment profiles. Because your freight carrier does!
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0:00 Intro
0:42 Rates Don’t Consider Freight Profile & Volume
3:29 Incomplete Rate Cards
5:43 Rate Card that Just Sits in Someone’s Desk
7:13 The Relationship with Your Freight Company
8:25 Outro
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Freight rates, often considered solely on a cost-per-unit basis, represent an essential aspect of transport, logistics and supply chain management.

Yet, to effectively navigate this domain, a broader perspective of transport costs and rates is required. Rather than focusing narrowly on the lowest cost per unit, pallet, or tonne, businesses must consider their consignment profiles, average load sizes, and the overall rate structure. Consignment profiles reveal the patterns and characteristics of goods shipped, providing valuable insight into optimal freight service selection. Understanding average load sizes allows companies to make cost-effective decisions, potentially identifying volume discounts or opportunities for consolidation.

Lastly, the rate structure is crucial. This structure, influenced by various factors including distance, weight, and dimensions, can have a significant impact on total freight costs. By considering these elements holistically, businesses can improve their bottom line and achieve more sustainable, efficient logistics operations. It's not merely about finding the cheapest option, but optimizing for long-term operational efficiency and sustainability.
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