INTRODUCTION
Ongoing geopolitical tensions between the United States and many of its overseas trading partners have left many companies uncertain about their existing supplier relationships. As U.S. shippers seek to mitigate rising costs and improve supply chain resiliency, many have begun exploring sourcing options closer to home. As a result of these nearshoring efforts, the demand for cross-border freight services has increased significantly, as U.S. businesses establish new supplier relationships in Mexico and Canada. A successful border crossing takes more than trucks and a few signed forms, however. While many carriers, brokers and logistics companies claim they can move shipments across the border, it’s extremely important that shippers vet potential partners. U.S. companies should seek to work with carriers and logistics providers that possess the expertise, experience, and established infrastructure necessary to handle the risks associated with cross-border transportation, including cargo theft attempts, driver issues and a continually evolving series of regulations and policies. In this playbook, we’ll explore best practices for building a resilient cross-border transportation strategy through the establishment of strong carrier partnerships. We’ll discuss some of the reasons cross-border freight has become more volatile, common problems shippers experience when transporting freight across borders, and what to look for in carrier partnerships on both sides of the border.
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