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Exactly What Is a 3PL and How to Choose One

The trend towards 3PL (Third Party Logistics) has become an increasing part of the Transportation Industry year over year for the past 20 years.  Many companies offer services such as over the road trucking utilizing Vans and Flatbeds, warehousing services, …

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With the increasing cost of shipping LTL, where do you turn?

Most often than not, shippers are turning to 3PL’s.  With the increasing costs of doing business, the advantages of using a 3PL are now more apparent. By leveraging all of our buying power, Access America Transport generally has greater discounts …

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Access America Transport recognized as an Inbound Logistics 2010 Top 100 3PL Provider

CHATTANOOGA, TN – Access America Transport, a leading third-party logistics company, has been recognized by Inbound Logistics as a Top 100 3PL provider for 2010. The Inbound Logistics editorial staff selected from a pool of more than 500 companies using …

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Embracing Green Initiatives = Increased Supply Chain Efficiencies

As a third party logistics provider, Access America Transport has taken a new approach to increasing supply chain efficiencies by providing sustainable solutions. It is a common misconception that today’s economic climate is slowing the momentum of companies considering implementation …

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7 Reasons to Outsource to a Third Party Logistics Company (3PL)

In today’s tough economy every shipper is looking to find strategic advantages over their competition. The biggest hurdle for shipping managers continues to be, how I get my product to the end user in the most cost effective, reliable way. …

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How many skids can we fit into a van trailer?

Shipping & Logistics managers all need to know the basics of loading a van trailer. Whether you have a 48 foot trailer or 53 footer it will make a difference. If you have 40×48 skids you have the choice of …

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Access America Transport and ISO 9001:2008

As our company continues to grow Access America Transport realized that its growth would be best managed through quality. Access America Transport began a pursuit of a better way to measure; Our impact in the industry, Our level of customer …

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