Reducing Freight Costs with States Logistics
In today’s competitive landscape, managing freight costs is essential for maintaining profitability. States Logistics, the top 3PL provider in Southern California and Arizona, shares three ways to reduce freight costs for supply chain optimization.
Consolidate Shipments
One strategic way to reduce freight costs is by consolidating shipments with Less-than-Truckload (LTL) shipping. By combining smaller shipments into larger ones, businesses who don’t have enough freight to fill an entire truck can cut transportation costs by sharing truck space with other shippers.
Work with a Freight Broker
Working with an LTL Freight Broker like States Logistics, our seasoned team of experts specialize in matching shippers with carriers that are best suited for your unique shipment. We specialize in industries such as:
- Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG)
- Beverage
- Snacks
- Beauty Care,
- Retail and Wholesale Distribution Centers
- Raw base materials
- JIT to manufacturing site support
- Port of Los Angeles / Long Beach Port container transloading to final mile destinations
Regardless of your industry or needs, States Logistics can help you find the right transportation solutions for your business.
Minimize Accessorial Charges
To minimize accessorial charges such as residential deliveries, retail compliance; lumper fees, detention, meeting RAD and CRAD dates, liftgate service, and hazardous materials handling. We carefully analyze your shipping requirements to identify potential areas where accessorial charges may arise. We partner with carriers that offer competitive rates for the specific services you need, ensuring you only pay for the services you require.
Partner with States Logistics today
for solutions to reduce freight costs and optimize your supply chain. Consult with a third party logistics expert today to create tailored solutions for your business needs.
