Why is Secure Warehousing so important? The protection and monitoring of your stock is one of the most essential parts of running a successful business. Your stock is your money maker and unfortunately, criminals are aware of this as well, the only thing stopping them is the warehouse and its team. This is why…
Global shipping shortages caused by Covid-19 & its impact on the Supply Chain. The global pandemic has caused its fair share of industry carnage and the logistics industry has been no exception. The problem originally began in 2020 with the global lockdowns, social distancing measures and overall demand decreasing. This resulted in a reduction…
Prominent Logistics Trends to watch in 2022 The last few years have seen dramatic changes in the Logistics industry and 2022 is expected to be no different. Thanks to Covid-19, global lockdowns, the growth of e-commerce stores, technological advancements and going green initiatives, Logistics companies are under heavy pressure to adapt or get left…
Logistics is a major element needed to have a successful supply chain, it is responsible for monitoring inventory levels, improving productivity, reducing costs and directly affecting a business’s profitability. We will take an in-depth look at the different aspects of the logistics industry to better understand the role logistics plays in a successful business and…
The importance of the Transportation and Logistics Industry in South Africa The transportation and logistics industry of South Africa contributed 9.3% to the GDP in 2020, which amounted to 231.9 billion rands added value to the economy. However, it is estimated to be closer to an added value of 480 billion rand due to…
5 Benefits of Dedicated Loads In this article, we will cover everything you need to know about dedicated loads and how they can help your business lower costs in addition to saving you time. What are dedicated loads? Dedicated loads, or alternatively known as full truckloads, are utilized when you have enough…
Bridgewater Logistics becomes a Level 1 B-BBEE contributor! The CEO of Bridgewater Logistics, Quinton De Villers is proud to announce that the multifaceted South African logistics company has recently become a Level 1 B-BBEE contributor. What is BEE? BEE is the abbreviation for Black Economic Empowerment. It is a racially inclusive program…
The four modes of Containerised Transport Containerised transportation of goods is the most budget-conscious and common form of cargo transport found in today’s logistics industry. We will be discussing containerised transport and the four modes of transport associated with containers. What is Containerised Transport? Container transport is the process of transporting goods (also known as…
The Importance of Warehousing in Logistics First, let’s look at what warehousing is: A warehouse is a building dedicated to storing goods and cargo for product-based businesses. Warehouses are generally large, plain buildings located in industrial parks along major highways or transport routes. They are strategically located to make distribution more efficient and to minimize…
Linehaul Services in South Africa Linehaul refers to the movement of freight or cargo between two points, using any mode of transport that operates locally and internationally. Freight or cargo can vary in volume and weight, from small parcels to heavy pallet combinations and bulk crates. Bridgewater Logistics is a full-service logistics company…