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What is the bullwhip effect and what does it mean for supply chains?

The term “bullwhip effect,” first introduced by Jay Forrester and is also known as the Forrester effect, refers to a type of demand distortion caused by incorrect forecasting that leads to progressively larger fluctuations in materials orders going upstream in the supply chain from the retailer to the wholesaler, [...]

2021-10-13T22:18:10+00:00October 13th, 2021|FAQs, Featured Video, Freight Talk, Video Library|

FAQ: What is the Difference between an NVO and an NVOCC?

A Non-Vessel-Operating Common Carrier is a shipping industry term that refers to a type of Ocean Transportation Intermediary (OTI), is often abbreviated by the industry to NVOCC, and sometimes even shorter to NVO. These two abbreviations are interchangeable and describe the same entity. According to the Federal Maritime Commission [...]

FAQ: What are Non-Operating Reefer (NOR) Containers?

A Non-Operating Reefer (NOR) container is a refrigerated shipping container with the refrigeration unit turned off.  Instead of carrying temperature-sensitive goods, NORs can be stocked with cargo that would normally be placed into a general-purpose container. When a Live Reefer container is delivering cargo to a destination, there is [...]

FAQ: What Is the Difference Between a VACIS Exam and An Intensive Exam? What Triggers Customs to Flag Certain Shipments for These Exams?

The main differences between VACIS and Intensive cargo examinations: VEHICLE AND CARGO INSPECTION SYSTEM (VACIS®) Non-Intrusive Inspection (NII) that does not break the container seal Uses gamma-imaging systems (X-ray) equipment Examination is performed at the port Limited delay depending on congestion (1-2 days) INTENSIVE EXAMINATION A physical examination of [...]

2021-09-03T19:45:16+00:00September 3rd, 2021|Featured Video, Video Library|
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