Topics Covered
Fundamentals of LTL Operations and Pricing furnishes an understanding of the organization of LTL motor carriers as well as their logistical, operational and technological tools and methods. Topics covered include cross-border processes, line haul, local terminal and break bulk operations and new service offerings in the LTL sector. This session also covers how shippers and carriers can work together to gain efficiencies and optimize service. Fundamentals of LTL pricing structures and trends impacting pricing will round out the topic.
International Transportation Law covers legal fundamentals and best practices for anyone conducting shipping and transportation functions between Mexican and U.S. markets. Topics covered will include the legal requirements for freight forwarding and freight brokering, how to manage complex relationships between trading partners and the basics of cargo claims.
LTL Shipping Between Mexico and the United States explores the dynamics of shipping LTL between Mexico and the United States. By examining the roles and relationships between the customs broker, carrier and international shipper, attendees will learn how to determine the shipping options that best fit their customers’ needs.
Modern Terminal Operations is an exclusive tour of a leading U.S. carrier’s local terminal managing cross-border traffic. Attendees will see first-hand how a shipment moves through an LTL network from pick up through delivery, how technology is used to transport shipments efficiently and the “behind-the-scenes” support systems that make transporting freight transparent.
Purchasing Best Practices is a look at how leading shippers and 3PLs are working with LTL carriers to purchase transportation and conduct freight bids. This session will explore data gathering and the processes of analysis, pricing, discounting, and the classification of freight.
Shipment Profiles and LTL Costing examines various shipment profiles and how their components can impact carrier cost structures, as well as how these profiles ultimately influence the way carriers price LTL shipments. This session also examines differences in cost structures between international, national and regional carriers.
Supply Chain Partnerships and Relationships investigates the roles and interactions of shippers, carriers, freight forwarders, brokers, 3PLs, technology providers and consultants. Attendees will learn through business case review how these primary participants in transportation and logistics contribute to today’s Mexican and U.S. LTL supply chain.
Wrap Up: Supply Chain Panel, the seminar’s concluding session, is your opportunity to ask the presenters about how emerging LTL purchasing and shipping strategies in supply chain management will affect your business model.