There are still many operators that provide transport and logistical services without the necessary goods-in-transit insurance (GIT) in place, and this practice has been to the detriment of businesses. Quinton de Villiers, managing director of Bridgewater Logistics, a leading South African transport and logistics specialist, reminds that it is mandatory for either the consignor or…
Bridgewater Logistics has always believed that it takes a group of people with diverse skills and talents to build a winning company. It is for this reason that our management continues to place credence on internal strategies geared at developing and motivating Bridgewater Logistics’ growing team of experts. An example of such programmes is a…
Outsourcing your transport, logistics and warehousing requirements to a seasoned service provider, such as Bridgewater Logistics, provides discerning businesses with a significant competitive edge. So says Quinton de Villiers, managing director of this leading transport and logistics service provider. “Our clients turn to us to help them mitigate the need for lengthy leases and alleviate…
Our main warehouse in Johannesburg is getting ready to receive an electronic security system that will bolster efficiencies and security. Access control will be fully automated and connected to a database that will store all important information about visitors. This will facilitate quicker entry to and exit from the warehouse, while our clients will…
There have been a number of incidences where unsuspecting smaller manufacturers have incurred significant costs as a result of poor transport and logistics services. This trend is on the rise as companies try to save costs in an embattled economy by opting for providers of cheap and inferior quality transport and logistics services. …
By Quinton de Villiers The ability to move goods effectively is at the heart of Africa’s growth and international competitiveness in a global economy. This important mandate continues to receive due priority with many initiatives being spearheaded at the highest levels to help ease the movement of goods on the continent. The conversation has…
In today’s competitive marketplace, entrepreneurs need every advantage they can get to stay on top, which means cutting costs, working effectively and seeing to it that your clients get what they want, when they want it. Though the stress and complexity of running a business can make it difficult to keep track of all…
Proud to showcase the new podium for the 2017 SuperGP Championship in South Africa. Bridgewater Logistics moving the entire SuperGP around the country to each track, on time every time.
What is Third Party Logistics? Also known as 3PL, third party logistics provide outsourced logistic services. There are many benefits companies gain by outsourcing third-party logistics. This is because it offers a solution for assembly, packaging, warehousing and distribution all at once. Making use of third party logistic service providers results in profitability and ease…
Warehousing and warehouse management are part of the logistics management system, which in itself is part of the supply chain. Warehousing plays a vital role in the supply chain process. A warehouse is a large, spacious place that is used for the storage or accumulation of goods. Storing goods throughout the year and releasing when…