Zero Down Supply Chain Solutions Blog
Carrier Contract Optimization: How to Reduce Shipping Spend
Carrier agreements shape your cost structure, influence delivery performance, and affect how well you can respond to changing market conditions. As your shipping needs evolve, contracts that were once...
Tariffs, Trade Shifts & Port Power Plays: What Shippers Need to Know Right Now
The global shipping landscape is shifting—again. From plummeting import volumes to temporary tariff relief and port realignments, the next 90 days could be a defining moment for supply chain teams.Â...
6 Transportation Cost Management Strategies
Transportation cost management is the process of monitoring, analyzing, and optimizing all expenses related to moving goods through your supply chain. These transport costs include everything fr...
What Is Freight Optimization? Proven Strategies You Can Use
Freight optimization is the process of enhancing efficiency and cutting costs in freight transportation. It involves strategies like freight audits, route planning, and load consolidation to pre...
Women in Supply Chain: Voices of Resilience and Innovation at Zero Down
Did you know women are reshaping the supply chain industry, one smart solution at a time? At Zero Down Supply Chain Solutions, we’re proud to spotlight the women leading that effort.Â
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Navigating the Freight Claims Process: What You Should Know
What Is a Freight Claim?
A freight claim is a formal request for compensation when your shipment is lost, damaged, or delayed while in transit. It's part of the freight claims process, whic...
What Is A Fuel Surcharge? Everything Shippers Should Know
A fuel surcharge is a fee added by carriers to cover changing fuel costs. It helps manage financial risks due to fuel price changes.
Fuel costs can vary extensively on a weekly, monthly, ...