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Recent Answers from Jim Bowers

2012-01-05 Brokerage Question:

Andrew, you will hear different opinions on this question. A strict interpretation of federal law says you need to be licensed as a broker any time you "arrange transportation services".  Some feel that

2010-11-17 Outsourcing logistics operations:

That's a really good question Phil.  I can only guess what motivates different management decisions but I think it goes to the basic management philosophy of each companies leadership.  Some managers just

2010-08-27 Shipping And Tracking Systems Inquiry:

There could be any number of reasons, but you will know when it is delivered.  Check for any damage to the package or evidence that it has been opened and resealed.  Note any discrepancies when you sign

2010-06-30 freight derivatives:

I have heard this concept theorized in the past but I have never seen any practical implementation.  The industry is so transaction oriented and is driven by the need to match revenue with costs in often

2010-06-07 freight reclassification:

Pradeep;  1) At the outbound terminal when the shipment arrives after pickup, the details from the Bill of Lading (BOL) are fed into the ProBill / Rating system by the billing clerk.     This is pretty