Bob Gjerde

Anti-dumping duties can erase your import margins overnight. And most importers don’t realize the risk until it’s too late. When we talk about landed cost, most conversations stop at freight + duty + tax. But anti-dumping (AD) and countervailing (CVD) duties are different. They can: • Apply unexpectedly • Reach double-digit percentages • Be reassessed retroactively • Sit entirely on the importer of record We’ve published a practical guide explaining: ✔ What anti-dumping duties actually mean ✔ Who is legally responsible ✔ How investigations work ✔ How to protect your margins before it becomes a problem If you import steel, chemicals, construction materials, furniture, or solar products — this is worth understanding. How does your company currently monitor AD/CVD exposure? #logistics #tradecompliance #customs #supplychain #importers #antidumping

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‼️ ‼️ Inventory levels are at historic lows, warehouses are running lean, and capacity remains tight. ‼️ ‼️ As rates begin to move, it’s a familiar signal: volatility is re-entering the freight market. 🚛 What often gets overlooked is the timing mismatch. Replenishment demand tends to accelerate faster than capacity can re-calibrate. That gap is where service inconsistency emerges and cost control becomes more difficult. The shippers who manage these cycles most effectively aren’t reacting in the moment. They’ve already built flexibility into their networks and validated backup coverage before conditions tighten further. #truckload #dryvan #refrigeratedtransport #trucking #supplychain #logistics #truckingproz #wellingtongroupofcompanies #bleedredandblue

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For enterprise shippers, pool distribution isn’t just a way to cut costs, it’s a strategic unlock. At Warp, we’ve built a modern pool distribution model that goes far beyond consolidation. It’s about giving you control, precision, and real-time visibility across your entire supply chain. Here’s what that looks like: ▪️Lower costs by consolidating fragmented LTL into optimized truckloads, reducing spend by up to 35%. ▪️Deliver with precision, hitting narrow delivery windows like Monday morning shelf resets or just-in-time for peak sales hours. ▪️Reduce damage and returns by bypassing high-friction terminals and cutting down on handoffs. ▪️Stay in control with live tracking, dynamic routing, and full transparency from DC to store. For large enterprises, this isn’t just logistics. It’s how you unlock agility, protect your brand, and move faster than the competition. Curious what it could look like for your network? Let’s talk: https://lnkd.in/giY6RyXF #LogisticsRevolution #SupplyChainExcellence #EnterpriseSolutions #PoolDistribution #CostOptimization #OperationalEfficiency

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⏱️ Speed in expedited freight isn’t luck — it’s system design. Expedite All’s advantage starts with the TMS. The moment a customer sends origin, destination, and pickup/delivery windows, the platform 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 the shipment to the right equipment — based on payload, size, and timing — and checks availability inside our closed-loop network. --------------- 👉 Watch or listen to the full episode here: ▪️YouTube: https://lnkd.in/d6rjPZFp   ▪️Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dn2NMEr3   ▪️Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/d3Pp7q2Y   ▪️Amazon Music: https://lnkd.in/drjEd3a4  #SmallTruckload #STL #ExpeditedFreight #ExpeditedShipping #LogisticsPodcast

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Does your WMS enable growth or block it? ⛓️ Switching your Warehouse Management System is a massive decision, but it could be the key to unlocking your full potential. I recently visited HJI Supply Chain Solutions in Louisville to get a complete walkthrough of their WMS switch to SnapFulfil. It was a fantastic look at the entire project from multiple perspectives. In this clip, HJI's COO, Shane Allgeier, explains the core problem: their previous WMS was simply too inflexible. It was holding them back from: ➡️ Pursuing key internal growth initiatives. ➡️ Delivering the features and visibility their customers demanded. This led them to find a partner that could support their ambitious growth plans while elevating their customer experience. The full episode is a masterclass for anyone considering a system change. We cover the entire journey: 📦 WMS selection and vetting 📦 The implementation process 📦 Change management and user adoption You'll hear from both sides: the customer team at HJI (COO Shane Allgeier and GM Ian Walker) and the vendor team from SnapFulfil (Brian Kirst and Charzetta Bridgemon). If you're navigating a system switch, this case study is a must-watch. Find the full episode on YouTube right here: https://lnkd.in/eCtWTS-F

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If your warehouse is a funnel, your Inbound & Receiving and Slotting & Putaway processes are the critical entry point, where all inventory is poured in. But if the top is messy or clogged, nothing can flow out the bottom quickly. So get them right, and the rest of Peak Season flows. Get them wrong, and prepare for chaos! We’ve just released the second installment of our “Warehouse Health Check for Peak Season” series, delivering a brand new downloadable PDF designed to help you secure these two critical areas before the holiday rush hits. As you know, efficiency starts at the dock. Weak receiving and putaway processes guarantee a disastrous peak, slow fulfillment, and costly delays. Which is why, if you haven;t audited these two areas, now is the time to start. We’ve curated this essential information with insights from our very own Mr. Fulfillment, Randall Guernsey. Don’t wait until the delays start, do your checkups today. And check back with us every Wednesday in November for a new chapter in our deep-dive series! Download the guide here👇 https://hubs.li/Q03SS78m0

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Part number detail is the new normal for entry summary filings. Importers now require import entry data by part number to track the tariffs being paid on these parts (Section 232, Section 301, IEEPA) and also to ensure compliance with the required data elements such as metal value content, metal country of origin, etc. Importers and customs brokers need to work together and develop the proper processes to have the required visibility and compliance level. Don't expect customs brokers to do magic... compliance and accuracy are more important than ever.

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