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What to look for in an apparel logistics services provider

Feb 29, 2024 / by Weber Logistics posted in West Coast Distribution, 3PL Outsourcing, integrated 3PL services

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Economic uncertainty, sustainability initiatives, and a crowded consumer marketplace are just a few of the challenges facing apparel manufacturers at the moment. To mitigate these challenges, apparel brands are increasingly reliant on nimble, flexible 3PL providers that specialize in apparel logistics. Ideally, these partners are not only equipped with the resources and capabilities to execute efficient distribution operations but also possess the agility to adapt to real-time changes. In this article, we’ll examine some of the ways that apparel and clothing 3PLs can support your operations, particularly in the Western US.

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Weber Logistics’ Top 3 Most-Read Blog Posts of 2023

Dec 28, 2023 / by Weber Logistics posted in West Coast Distribution, logistics in California

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As we bid farewell to another eventful year in the logistics industry, we take a moment to reflect on the content that resonated most with our readers. In 2023, our blog covered a wide range of supply chain topics, but these three articles garnered the most attention.

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Understanding the potential disruption with East Coast imports

Nov 21, 2023 / by Gary Kendle posted in Southern California Ports, West Coast Distribution, Port Logistics, Transportation Strategies, Drayage

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As the negotiations between the West Coast ports and longshoremen dragged on in 2022 and 2023, some companies began redirecting import freight into the East Coast. Since then, however, the ink has been dry for quite a while on a new multi-year West Coast port contract, and there are now negotiations on the East Coast that are causing trepidation among importers. In this article, we’ll look at potential ramifications for East Coast imports and tell you what you can do to avoid disruption to your supply chain.

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What to Look for in a Pet Food Logistics Provider

Oct 19, 2023 / by Weber Logistics posted in West Coast Distribution, Warehouse operations, pet food logistics

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For millions of Americans, the term ‘family’ applies to both humans and our four-legged friends. Many pet owners will spare no expense in protecting the good health and longevity of their furry family members. As such, manufacturers of pet foods are tasked not only with producing high-quality products but also ensuring that quality is maintained throughout the supply chain. In this article, we’ll look at the role that pet food logistics providers play in keeping supply chains safe and efficient.

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West Coast Port Labor Contract Brings Renewed Optimism

Jun 29, 2023 / by Gary Kendle posted in Southern California Ports, West Coast Distribution, Port Logistics

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After 13 long months of talks and negotiations, there is finally a new West Coast port labor contract. Logisticians far and wide have been able to breathe a sigh of relief as one of their most significant supply chain hurdles is removed.

So, what’s next?

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West Coast Supply Chain News Brings Cautious Optimism

May 31, 2023 / by Weber Logistics posted in Southern California Ports, West Coast Distribution, Port Logistics, west coast warehouses, Warehouse Rates, logistics in California

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Around this time last year, every article about the West Coast supply chain painted a dire picture. There was an armada of ships waiting to enter the Ports of L.A. and Long Beach; there was no warehouse space to be had; and trucking capacity was scarce. Because of these and other factors, logisticians began to look seriously at non-West Coast options for their freight and distribution.

A year later, however, the news is changing. And for the better.

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An update on West Coast port negotiations

May 18, 2023 / by Weber Logistics posted in Southern California Ports, West Coast Distribution, Port Logistics, Drayage, logistics in California

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The eyes of concerned logisticians remain focused on the ongoing West Coast port contract negotiations between the longshoremen’s union and the region’s shipping ports. The longshoremen have been without a contract since July 2022 and the expectation was that an agreement would be reached by the time the contract expired.

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5 strategies for working with a West Coast 3PL transportation company

Oct 13, 2022 / by Weber Logistics posted in West Coast Distribution, Transportation Strategies, Distribution

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There’s no shortage of 3PL transportation companies vying for your business. To get the most out of any 3PL relationship however, you need to identify your needs. In this article, we’ll start you off on the right foot with 5 key traits to define in a prospective 3PL provider on the West Coast.

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Happening Now: Landstar Tells its CA Owner-Operators to Relocate out of State in Light of AB5

Aug 2, 2022 / by Weber Logistics posted in Southern California Ports, West Coast Distribution, Labor issues, Happening Now

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In a stark example of the practical fallout from California's new AB5 labor law, Landstar is telling its owner-operators in California that they would need to relocate out of State to continue as independent contractors with the carrier, according to a recent article in Transport Dive. California agencies have yet to clarify when enforcement could begin.

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Happening Now: LA Out of Warehouse Space

Jul 27, 2022 / by Weber Logistics posted in West Coast Distribution, west coast warehouses, Happening Now

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Commercial Observer just reported that the LA area is effectively out of warehouse space. Any space returning to the market has a waiting list of tenants before it's even listed as available. Asking rents in the area just rose for an 8th consecutive quarter. 

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