Last mile delivery is the movement of goods from a transportation hub such as a common carrier’s warehouse to the final delivery destination which is most cases a residence.

Last Mile Delivery has become an integral part of fulfillment. As retailers compete for same or next day delivery, they are always looking for companies that handle the last portion of the delivery to the customer.

Some of those last mile delivery companies also offer white glove service in order to offer a complete customer experience.

White Glove services refers to the inside delivery and sometime installation of a product that a consumer has purchased such as furniture that weighs too much and needs a few people to carry and place inside a residence. Many online retailers offer these services to their clients which creates a good customer experience and therefo re customer loyalty.

As an example of last mile delivery, let us assume you live in Miami and have purchased a refrigerator from an online retailer, the refrigerator shipped from another state. You are expecting delivery to your home which happens to be in a gated community where large commercial trucks are not allowed. The Retailer will ship the fridge to a distribution hub in your city and then hire the services of a last mile delivery company in Miami to deliver to your home and install the refrigerator.

Some of the common carriers are now offering last mile delivery as part of their logistics Services.

Last Mile Delivery and Omni channel fulfillment

With Evolving ominichannel fulfillment, Last Mile Logistics has become an area of interest for a retailer and has been integrated into their fulfillment channels.

Due to the surge in online orders traditional delivery methods are just not enough. Faster delivery is demanded by customers who would like to be presented with many delivery options to choose from.

The anticipated increase in online sales is expected to span across a variety of product types which might dictate the delivery option used.

Logistics Companies

It is almost impossible for most common carriers to handle the last delivery in all areas of the USA, it is like creating a whole new business with its own infra structure. Common carriers have opted to outsource that part of the delivery process to: 3PL Companies

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New 5G Wireless technology promises to make everything connected. The Next Generation 5G wireless  will supercharge cell phones, but its real potential lies it potential to power everything electronic other than smart phones.

The New technology with greatly influence a technology hungry field like Logistics.

Right now, GPS is used to track trucking companies who carry shipments that are loaded on trucks, wouldn’t be nice to be able to track your pallet live knowing exactly where it is? 5G wireless promises to be faster with less latency.

Warehouses use RF ( Radio frequency ) to transmit data through the warehouse to track an package from the time the order is placed until the package leave the warehouse, providing weight, dims to the WMS system?  How would you like to have that data available live from the time the order is entered until the end user signs for it under one platform. Imagine that application being applied to international shipments too.

What we are looking at is your 3PL company being able to offer all the information about your package from the time you end an order to ship until it is delivered.

5G wireless promises to be the holy grail of logistics.

Factories have relied in wires for along time since wireless technology is spotty and slow making it hard for machines to perform their functions. Now factories will benefit from the speed of 5G technology so will the shipping companies.

We are looking at being able to track the container while at see without having to rely on the internet portal of the shipping company  Your will be able to see the location of your container live on a map even if it being trucked from one location to another.

But don’t hold your breath, you will not see the full power of this technology until probably 5 years from now as cellular providers complete building the network.

Ms. Krys Siles, a spokesperson for International 3PL, a Miami Based 3Pl Company, stated that implementing 5G wireless is a priority for international 3Pl and it will be applied to both the freight forwarding division  and Contract Logistics division.

5G wireless costs will be passed on to the consumers, all 5G Wireless devices will cost more. Right now it is a race with time for German and Chinese Businesses trying to upgrade to 5G.

If you are planning on buying a 5G capable phone, you should wait. it will be 2 years at least before there is in enough coverage. 5G is faster but has less capability of penetrating walls.

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International Shipping

Freight Forwarders

International 3PL Eliminates the confusion from cross border trucking. Shipping your truckload or LTL freight between Canada and anywhere in the lower 48 US states is a breeze.

We deliver premium service to the Mid-West, Eastern Seaboard (Great Lakes region) and as far west to California and other points along the coast.

International 3PL can provide any other services you need to successfully ship your freight across the US/Canada border, including staging services and climate-controlled warehouse storage facilities; whatever you require to better manage your shipment.

When you ship with us, your LTL won’t get held up with other freight.

There is more shipping from Canada to the US, and from the US to Canada than between any two other countries in the world. Shipments across the border between Detroit and Windsor on the Ambassador Bridge alone is equal to all the trade between the United States and Japan.

We keep your cargo safe across the border by ensuring all of our highly trained drivers operate only modern, well-maintained high-grade equipment (less than five years old). Our drivers are all experienced in cross border shipping and are all fully capable of handling any concerns that may arise during transport. We use e-logs as addition insurance that the safety of your freight is ensured through responsible driving.

Our Cross Border Trucking Services

• Truckload service
• LTL service
• Temperature controlled service (cold, frozen and heated)
• Flatbed service
• Dedicated service
• Cross-dock and warehousing services
• U.S. and Canadian bonded
• Safety minded initiatives (new fleet, e-logs)
• Onsite driver training program—(introductory and remedial)
• CTPAT and PIP
• Available 24/7
• Complete EDI capabilities

The more you know about cross-border freight shipments, the faster and easier they become. Our team of cross-border cargo specialists puts their unmatched experience and expertise to work on every project.

Contact us for any questions regarding your shipment from Canada to the U.S.

Full truckload shipping is the movement of at least the amount of freight necessary to fill an entire semi-trailer or intermodal container.

From origin to final destination, we’ll coordinate your truckload shipment needs every step of the way. Dry or refrigerated, hazmat, bulk or flatbed, you can rely on our years of experience in inland transportation With our  large network carriers and a team dedicated to provide the best service, you will have peace of mind when you’re shipping truckloads.

Why Truckload shipping is a breeze with International 3PL:

Our Experts will handle all of your truckload needs . We will use our industry knowledge to find innovative solutions that produce lasting results for your bottom line. We enable your business to build more effective supply chains.

Best rates in the industry.
Fast and reliable service
Extensive capacity options throughout the U.S. and around the globe
Track and trace capabilities every step of the way.
Fast response times from a single point of contact who understands your business
A free freight analysis
Spot shipments
Dedicated lanes
Specialized freight movements on dry van, flatbed, refrigerated trailers
Open 6 days a week.

We offer integrated solutions for all your transportation needs. We will pick up your shipment from the port, bring to one of our warehouses, load onto a full van and deliver to the customer without any trouble.

International 3pl makes truckload shipping quick and simple, offering affordable quotes for all your dedicated trucking needs. Request a freight quote today and one of our account managers will provide the best freight rates from our network of thousands of truckload carriers.

As third party logistics providers, we understand the need for total transparency that is why we make sure that you are well informed of the process.

You save time, money and headaches. No matter how large or difficult your load is, we got you covered. Start your truckload quote below.