What are 3PL Providers? As a business owner with over 35 years of experience in logistics and operating within Foreign Trade Zones (FTZ), I’ve witnessed firsthand the transformative power of working with 3PL providers. Third-party logistics providers, or 3PL providers, are companies that manage various aspects of supply chain operations, such as warehousing, transportation, and […]
What is Third-Party Logistics (3PL)? As a business owner in the logistics industry for over 35 years, I can confidently say that third-party logistics (3PL) has revolutionized the way companies manage their supply chain. Simply put, 3PL refers to the outsourcing of logistics services, such as warehousing, shipping, and inventory management, to a specialized provider. […]
What Is Supply Chain Management? Supply chain management (SCM) is the process of overseeing and optimizing all activities that turn raw materials into finished products and deliver them to the customer. As a business owner in the 3PL and Foreign Trade Zone space for over 35 years, I’ve seen firsthand how critical supply chain management […]
What is Packing and Crating? Packing and crating refers to the process of securely wrapping and encasing goods in specialized containers to ensure their safety during shipping. This process is crucial, particularly for fragile or high-value items, as it prevents damage caused by the harsh conditions often encountered during transit. As someone with 35 years […]
Understanding Distribution Services In my 35 years of experience in the 3PL and Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) industry, I’ve seen firsthand how distribution services play a pivotal role in the success of businesses. Distribution services refer to the processes involved in moving goods from the manufacturer to the final customer. This includes everything from warehousing […]
What is Inventory Management? As someone who has spent over 35 years in the 3PL and Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) business, I’ve seen firsthand how critical inventory management is to the success of any company. Simply put, inventory management is the practice of overseeing and controlling the ordering, storage, and use of a company’s inventory. […]
What is Warehouse Logistics? Warehouse logistics refers to the planning, operation, and management of goods within a warehouse to achieve business objectives. It includes organizing complex operations to maximize efficiency in storing, packing, and shipping goods. As a 3PL and Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) professional with over 35 years of experience, I’ve seen firsthand how […]
After months of negotiation, Tri-Link, the Foreign Trade Zone experts, has received approval from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to allow importing, storing, and re-certifying of any goods still in containers in its 3PL warehouses located in Los Angeles, Miami and New York. Tri-Link becomes the first EPA approved 3PL FTZ This is incredible news […]
Credit: Photo by CHUTTERSNAP The Trade Zone is used to facilitate the process of importing and exporting goods into the country by deferring tariff costs. Don Ambrosia, a representative of Tri-Link Inc., operates as a distributor specializing in wine and spirits for the airline and transportation sector. Tri-Link Inc. has been working with American Airlines […]
The Traditional Site Framework (TSF) is outdated, slow, and cumbersome. It can take 12–18 months and cost a lot, so Tri-Link has adopted the ASF model for subzone FTZs, which take far less time and money. Here is how Tri-Link can expedite your FTZ solution. The “alternative site framework” (ASF) is an optional framework for […]
