The term intermodal refers to moving a container or trailer by more than one mode of transportation—generally truck plus rail, ocean plus rail, ocean plus truck, or all three modes.

When choosing a supply chain management services, it is very essential to consider the vendor’s approach towards people and processes.

Want to scale your business? Who doesn't? Outsourcing e-commerce warehousing to a 3PL has many benefits. FMi Logistics can provide all of the necessary operational tasks –– hiring warehouse workers, maintaining equipment, paying rent, keeping track of pallets, etc.

I trust this message finds you safe and well. A brief update on what FMi continues to do in the spirit of keeping our people healthy and safe.

Moving heavy equipment can be a pretty tricky task. You will face many hurdles when it is time to move your large and heavy machinery.

Using numerous modes of transportation to convey cargo or freight…

Warehousing your supplies and merchandise is an important part…

By now we are all aware there are significant issues that risk disruption to our transportation supply chains across the country.  These issues are complex and given the recent publicity of what is looking to be an impasse that may last some time, we want to ensure our customers and partners are aware of these risks.

Key performance indicators allow a business to assign measurable values to key functions in the business.

Coronavirus is having a dramatic impact on our lives and businesses. What FMi is doing to keep our customers and our teams safe while continuing to support the flow of goods.

Is your company thinking of exporting to international markets? Maybe you already export to the U.S. or the world. Here are some reasons why the timing is just right to ramp up your exports.

Are you a manufacturing company look for a better way of doing things? As a 3PL provider, FMi can offer many services to improve your supply chain.

Typically, a trucking freight broker acts as the liaison between a trucking company and an individual or company that needs shipping services.

No two businesses are the same, and where contract warehousing may be the perfect solution for larger, well-established organizations, many smaller companies are looking towards multi-client (shared) warehousing to fulfill their individual requirements.

According to a Harvard Business School report, outsourcing important…

Freight brokers are intermediaries between shippers and freight carriers who coordinate the transportation of goods from one location to another. They are responsible for finding the most cost-effective and reliable shipping option, handling all the paperwork, and resolving any issues that arise during the shipping process. Freight brokers can provide benefits to their clients, including reduced shipping costs, on-time delivery, access to a wide range of carriers, and valuable industry knowledge. Businesses may need freight brokers for international, overnight, or specialized shipping. It is essential to work with a reputable broker and understand the conditions of the agreement and payment methods when engaging with a freight broker. FMi Logistics is a reliable logistics provider that offers comprehensive and tailored warehousing, distribution, and transportation management solutions.

Winter is upon us, kids have returned to school, summer vacations are a distant memory, business is in high gear as we look towards the approaching Christmas / Holiday Season… its approaching fast so let’s embrace our Winter Season like The Tragically Hip with all the CANADIAN that we are.

Shipping and handling of lumber and construction materials requires in-depth planning and logistics expertise.