We are excited to announce that we have earned the coveted Diamond Broker status from Truckstop.com, one of the world’s premier connection services between drivers and freight partners. This enables BR Williams to get its clients’ goods from Point A to Point B faster…
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As your company grows, you’re always on the lookout for ways to streamline your operations, make processes more efficient, and increase your bottom line – but if you’re like many business owners, you think that third-party logistics, or 3PL, is for “bigger” companies. But…
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If you’re like most business owners – particularly those in retail – you’ve heard of 3PL companies. But what is a 3PL company, and how can it help you reach your goals? What’s a Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Company? Third-party logistics, commonly referred to as 3PL,…
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A lot of companies – from small businesses to sprawling corporations – are continually searching for freight services that can keep up with growth. The problem? The logistics and supply chain can be confusing, and what you don’t know can cost you. This guide fills you in…
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Preface (from our CEO) In mid-2017, we observed an impending confluence of market factors that caused us to have some concern. TK Bardwell (VP of Logistics) and I felt that it was our responsibility to share our concerns and how they might impact our industry with our…
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Controlling costs is one of your primary objectives – but how can you do that without cutting quality, too? These seven tips can help you cut logistics and supply chain costs to keep your profit margins healthy. 7 Tips to Help You Cut Logistics and Supply Chain Costs Many issues…
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Outsourcing your company’s warehousing and distribution services can be a tremendous benefit – so why are many companies hesitant to take the leap? In most cases, it’s because they’re not sure how outsourcing will relate to profits, impact flexibility, or change the company’s…
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It’s true. Rising demand and reduced truck driver capacity in the system is causing many shippers to scramble for alternative ways to transport their products. In many cases, supply chain managers are tightening their relationships with the best quality, most reliable carriers…
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Truckload Shippers: How to Decrease Cost and Improve Service For any shipper that moves any quantity of cargo via truckload, this question must be answered: “Should I do SPOT QUOTE or CONTRACT?” Many shippers’ pricing strategies are worse than directionless... they…
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As an ISO-9001 certified supply chain management, warehousing services, and 3rd-Party logistics (3PL) provider, BR Williams Tucking of Oxford, Alabama, understands the importance of reducing their carbon footprint and maintaining a sustainable business. Minimizing fuel usage…
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