In the world of cargo supply chain, it’s tough out there.

It’s 5 am, and the world is fast asleep, except you! You have to execute large orders from shippers that you obtained after strenuous efforts.But, you don’t know how to manage it efficiently and cost-effectively with speedy and error-free documentation, getting prompt carrier bookings or carrying-out hassle-free statutory compliances . And the worst part? You don’t have tools to track the cargo on real-time. It’s enough to make anyone lose sleep. Fragmented supply chain, causing erratic shipments, can have a significant economic impact on the bottom line. The fact of the matter is that legacy transportation systems lack the agility and visibility that a modern technology driven system would provide. Evidently, there is an immediate need for an innovative, Logistic Management System to smoothen the friction out of chain of complex processes of your cargo transport.

Say hello to our Transportation Management System (TMS)

If you are a freight forwarder or an NVOCC , battling the tough currents of cargo-transportation, our TMS application is for you! Here, you’ll get cloud-based, end-to-end digital management solutions that can be tailored to your particular needs. By covering the ocean, air, and land the Info-X TMS application provides a further strategic advantage.

Ask yourself, what will help you not only survive the rough currents and turbulence of the modern dynamic market but also help you thrive? The answer lies here! Let’s take a closer look!

Our TMS is hardwired for challenges

With its robust design, Info-X TMS is geared to overcome all the complexities of logistic supply chain and the challenges it poses. Experience the power of integration with the facilitation of online booking, paper-less and error free document management, hassle-free statutory compliances , high visibility tracking and tracing, exception management with automatic alerts and notifications warehouse management, full accounting, auditing and business analytics with a smart dashboard displaying real-time key performance indicators. The seamless integration will give you the ease of operation, speed, accuracy in data flow, reduction in cycle time and cost reductions. To top it, you can even customize solutions suitable for your specific needs.

Equipped with Info-X TMS, get cracking in the market

With seamless operations, greater efficiencies, error free documentation, reduced costs and high visibility through Info-X TMS comes elevated customer satisfaction and retention for you. The more you excel in performance over your competitors,larger your customer base would be leading to your faster growth

Get the technology advantage

Info-X TMS is no run-of-the mill software. It is a full-blown, integrated, dynamic, cloud- based application equipped with cutting technologies like Robotics Process Automation , Artificial Intelligence, and data analytics that carry out seamlessly all the processes in the supply chain from cargo origin to destination.

Check our excellent track record

Founded in 2001, Info-X has been a leader in web based IT logistics software and back office services, enabling digital transformation to freight forwarders , NVOCCs and other intermediaries in USA, Europe and several other countries for the last about two decades. We have a global clientele of over 100, including Fortune 500 companies. Recognizing our excellence in optimizing transportation and logistics operations, we have been accredited as “Top Inbound Logistics Top 100 IT Logistics providers for consecutive years 2017,2018 and 2019 and have also been applauded by American Shipper, JOC and others.

When it comes to Transportation Management System, you need the right partner.

With expansive geographical territories and rising complexities in logistics, you need a TMS partner, who besides providing a smart technology-driven application that can reduce your costs and assure speedy and trouble-free delivery of your cargo, has a strong domain expertise, and strong credentials. Info-X is the right choice for you. It’s the smart-simple thing to do! Kick back, relax, and watch your business grow with Info-X TMS. Here, you even your odds for success!

Back-Office Services: The driver of every Logistics story

If ever, the likes of Steven Spielberg or Christopher Nolan get down to make a movie on logistics, we can tell you who’ll play the story driver — back-office services. While the protagonist is busy saving his clients’ cargo from the complex entanglements of logistics, strong buddies are needed to hold the back end firmly. Weak back-office services can end the script before it even begins. And that’s not all.

Back-office services are one of the most important elements of this movie. They drive the whole logistics story while constantly bolstering the protagonist in the game. But what if it weren’t so but a weak ally? Solution--- the protagonist can outsource the task of invigorating the back-office ally to someone else. We’ll tell you what — by this solution his business life would become infinitely easier. In case you’re still wondering what, we’re talking about, here are some reasons why you should outsource your back-office logistics services.

Outsourcing is the global buzzword

Outsourcing the back offices is a buzzword right now globally. It is well established that numerous businesses worldwide who took the plunge have reaped handsome rewards in terms of streamlined operations, increased efficiencies, high accuracies, substantially reduced costs and increased customer satisfaction while ensuring optimum utilization of the organization resources in the best possible manner.

Loss of time equals loss of opportunity!

With a store-room-full of routine, voluminous paperwork relating to data updations, documentation, statutory compliances, cargo tracking, and accounting to be taken care of, can you even find the time to do what you’re good at? Back-office services can consume a major chunk of your time which reflects in a direct loss of business. We, at Info X, as outsourcing partners, ensure that everything goes smoothly at the back so you can concentrate on your core competencies and grow your business beyond the parameters of success.

Money makes the logistics mare go!

Managing the back-office can cost you a fortune. The amount of workforce and costly office space you need to dedicate towards it can bring about a significant downfall in your profits. Instead of focusing on what matters the most, your best resources are stuck with insignificant jobs. As experts in logistics back-office services, we know you don’t want that. What if we told you that we will take all the pain away and help you increase your efficiencies and cut down your costs by 40% We, at Info X, are the uncrowned kings of back-office services and if you’re looking to spend more time growing your business, we’ll be happy to serve you.

A happy customer is a generous asset

The oldest rule of business is to keep your customers happy. How’re you going to do that if your back-office won’t let you? We, at Info X, ensure that your back-office services are seamless. We give your customers every reason to come back and compliment you after the job is done. With us, the happiness quotient of your customers goes beyond the recommended limits. Is that an offer too good for you to refuse?

The unhindered flight of success

Aggravated by erroneous data, back-office services can put your business at stake. The fear of losing money because of something as insignificant as an invoicing error will always fidget at the back of your mind. We, at Info X, give you the ultimate shield by ensuring over 99.5% data accuracy and full data security so you can scale the logistics world without a shred of fear.

Why Info-X ?

Info-X is the first choice back-office logistics partner for more than 100+ Freight Forwarders and NVOCCs including Fortune 500 companies across the USA, Europe, and Australia for their entire gamut of back-office services. Our clients have constantly trusted us for nearly two decades, which speaks more about our credibility than any statistical report. We are at the forefront of back-office logistics and we’d like you to join us.

Are you ready to dominate the world of logistics with us?

Master the rate. Power the freight.

Before you get to skimming through this article, get a hot cup of coffee and sit back. We’re about to change the way you see rate management, the key feature of logistics, and we want you to enjoy every second of it.

Now, let’s get to the point. You’re here because the world of rate management has left you scratching the turf for a solution. In your logistic business with an intricate maze of ocean rates from dozens of global carriers and inland rates with complex surcharges and adjustment factors that keep changing at the drop of a hat, you’re surely looking for a breather. Particularly, when your competitors are sweeping you off your feet with speedy rate quotes to the customers.

News Flash: You’re at the right place!

Rate Management is a herculean task, if not less. Nobody realizes it better than you! You’ve probably spent millions trying to ingest and systemize rates so you can service your downstream customers efficiently. If by some means, you have achieved it, the exhausting process has worked your fingers to the bones. Managing piles of pdf, word, and excel files has left you with but one choice — hope for the elves to make your shoes while you take a nap.

Still, if you are a freight genius and have found a way through the mess, your rates are almost always obsolete by the time you can make something out of them. And if by God's will you make the slightest of mistakes, robbing a bank to cover your losses doesn’t look like an impossible thing to do. We understand. We understand it all, which is why we’re about to tell you something you’ve been waiting to hear.

INFO X — Putting the baton back in your hand.

Info X is a global leader in logistics software services since 2001 with its strong foothold in USA, Europe, Australia and Asia. Our rate management software is designed to meet the contemporary demands of the freight world for speed, efficiency, accuracy and real-time transparency. The smart technology-driven rate management system displays at a mouse click a comparative all-in rate matrix through a cloud - logistics platform . And that’s not all. Once you choose the right option that works for you, our automated system will transmit the rate quote instantaneously to your customers. That is, while your competitors are still trying to figure it out.

And then comes the best part

We love doing the work you think is boring, which kind of makes us the ideal sidekick. Simply put, we take care of the back-office data entry for rate management while you use your core competencies to solve the biggest mysteries of the little city called Logistics. But that’s not it.

Our data entry team continuously updates the rates, surcharges and adjustments, to bring you rates fresher than the salmon that flew in from County. Our obsession for detail means that you don’t have to worry about losing money because of something as ineffable as an invoicing error. Well, in the process you are getting the benefit of halving your back office costs with near hundred percent accuracy.

By now, you’re already curious and are looking for a reason to make a definitive decision. We understand your dilemma and as we said, we’re here to make your life easier. Here’s a list of things we have to offer in addition to what we’ve already talked about.

• Consolidated comparative transportation pricing
• Singular point for storing quotes
• Centralized data handling
• Reporting tool for constant follow-ups
• Categorization of carriers, time, and cost
• Simplified ocean contract management of data and rate
• Management of rates as per recommended formats and compliance requirements
• EDA integration to create rate quotes based on latest updates
• History tracking
• Smart intelligence reporting
• Automated information transfer

We bring a lot more to the table and we’d like you to make the best out of it. It’s been a long, long, life in the logistics world and we want you to live the rest of it like you are on the best retirement plan in the world. Let’s get together and own the world of freight.

How Back Office Services Can Add Value to Your Logistics Business

Back office services are an integral part of day to day operations for any logistics company. A lot of management time is wasted on managing routine voluminous paperwork, data updation and cargo tracking - the time that can be utilized more profitably to focus on your core competencies of marketing and generating revenue growth.

How Info-X Back-Office offerings can add mega value to your Logistic Business.

Consider how the following tasks can be better handled through using back office support services of Info-X Software Technology , who have the expertise of over 16 years in providing these services commendably to the US and European logistic companies, thereby substantially reducing their costs and adding value to their businesses.

Rate Management

In the ocean carrier marketplace, you as NVOCC or freight forwarder, are competing with businesses around the globe. In order to maintain your position as a leader in this industry, your business demands professional freight rate management. As a part of our logistics back office services offering, Info-X provides an effective solution for optimum ocean rate management with following features.

• Updating complex freight rates and surcharges on real time for faster accurate quotes.
• EDI integration with client operating system for transferring quotes
• Online integration for “Customer Cell Module”, for better profit management.
• Smart intelligent reporting module including Sales Analytics and Quote to Booking Ratios for effective monitoring.

Back Office Processing

The idea of outsourcing logistics business processes is to increase profitability, while improving production accuracy and turnaround time. Whether you are a NVOCC , freight forwarder or ground transportation entity, ensure that you opt for a reliable and experienced logistics back office service provider who can manage your entire documentation process utilizing their domain expertise and technology tools, thereby reducing the write-offs.

Outsourcing logistics business processes is the key to reduce costs. Why? Because it,

• Reduces continuous service and financial pressures
• Minimizes capacity volatility
• Stabilizes cost volatility
• Decreases the complexity of operating environment

Export - Bill of Lading

Info-X team possess expertise in processing export files and perform the following activities for freight forwarders .

• Following up for shipper Instructions.
• AES filing (Automated Export System).
• End to end processing and distribution of export documents such as House Bill of Lading, Master Bill of Lading and raising of Invoices
• Tracking the onboarding of shipments and sending pre alerts to the agents.
• Auditing – Proofing of carrier BL and approving it.

Import - Arrival Notice Entry

A notice of arrival is a primary form of international shipping documentation, issued by an ocean freight agent or carrier on behalf of the shipping recipient. Preparing these documents accurately entails the cargo location, LOT number, ocean freight carrier release charges and any additional instructions on how to handle shipment recovery. If you wish to have an effective system for handling these tasks in a streamlined manner, contact Info-X to set up an appropriate back office system for you.

Cargo Tracking Services

Now a day the customers expects a WOW experience and it can only happen if proactive information with high and continuous visibility is provided to them. Therefore, the tracking service plays an important role in customer satisfaction. An effective tracking system can provide a continuous and precise visibility about the status of the shipment for the customer to coordinate and take corrective steps in case of deviations from the schedule, eliminating demurrage etc. Info-X has an excellent record in tracking domestic and overseas shipments and have been rendering services for fortune 500 organizations globally.

Accounting Services

An ocean carrier’s accounting services are the bridge that provides expedience to billing and invoicing. Getting invoices out to shipping customers as quickly as possible reduces the time spent waiting on revenue. By uploading documents using a digitized accounting process your office staff can streamline the entire billing process. Info-X has the proven track record and expertise to handle full logistics accounting services .

Auditing

Auditing plays a critical role is stopping the leakage of revenue. A robust auditing system acts as a gatekeeper and prevents revenue loss. For instance, a stringent audit can identify an under rated ocean quote which is a potential loss to the organization. Info-X has advanced tools for the carrying out the audit and plugging the loop holes.

FMC/Tariff Publishing

In 2011 the Federal Maritime Commission released a ruling that all licensed NVOCCs involved with negotiated rate agreements are exempt from publishing the rates for publicly accessible tariffs, in certain situations. Part of this ruling requires these companies to store records for five years in a format easily accessible by the FMC. Here at Info-X, we offer FMC-approved storage via our back office services that will ensure your company remains compliant with tariff publishing regulations. How It Works?

• Direct integration with logistics to see filing status report
• Global login to monitor your filed rates
• Rate filing with FMC

Customs Filing

When dealing with the US Customs and Border Protection Agency, anything you can do to speed up the process of customs filing will benefit your business. Are you using electronic documents that are easily processed and accepted according to CBP regulations? If not, this is another Info-X back office service you would want to implement.

Key Factors Driving Effective Freight Rate Management Software

What is the one decisive factor for any logistics provider? Being able to manage rates effectively. As an NVOCC or freight forwarder , it is imperative for you to track and keep up-to-date records of the frequently changing carrier rate contracts with applicable surcharges and other amendments. This information would allow you to quote the best and accurate rates at the quickest to help your clients make the most economical decisions for their business. An automated software package can control rate management and therefore increase accuracy and efficiencies. If your management team is not quite on board with freight rate management software, here are some important factors that should be considered in the decision making process.

Technology Platform

The multitude of options in technology is becoming a differentiator for selecting the most robust software for rate management . The need of the hour is a cloud-based, agile rate management system with multi-modular and multi-modal functionality, which covers the entire logistics network of ocean, air, and ground transportation. The front-end graphical interface should synchronize and allow for easy access to digital rates matrix repository. In today’s highly competitive environment, accuracy determines the service level of the NVOCC and freight forwarders and acts as a bridge between retaining and losing customers.

Quality and Ease of Managing Quotes

Quoting is the starting point for generating potential revenue. The software must be conducive and provide supportive features to aid in quote management, such as the ability to search for most efficient commodity specific rates, surcharges, vessel schedules , and transit times for multiple carriers.

The software should provide both specificities, as well as variability. The system needs to have specific modules for handling various haul types, such as Ocean FCL, Ocean LCL, air freight, LTL, and RO-RO . It should have the ability to offer quick rate solutions for a variety of container sizes linking with intermodal freight rates with details of validity and expiry of rate.

In addition, an efficient quoting system should also have the functionality to have an end to end view of buy and sell rates, profit margins, and all-in pricing to aid in quick quoting. The system should have the option to quote in multiple currencies and overseas surcharges in foreign currency.

The automated feature for profit margin would be time-saving and eventually provide peace of mind to the NVOCC and freight forwarders .

Finally, there should be a capability to send the quotes to the customer through an inbuilt emailing system for booking and also have the functionality to easily retrieve and use them in future.

Integration with Existing Management Systems

When considering any freight management software, the ultimate goal is to find a service that works with the existing software systems. The technology and the set up should be such as to be compatible with commonly used systems in your business domain. For instance, it should have the EDI integration with client operating system for creating rate quotes and connecting with web services to determine intermodal rates.

Value Proposition for Downstream Processes

An effective rate management software can bring in tremendous value proposition to the organization. It works as a central digital repository of vessel schedules , transit times, buy and sell rates, as well as applicable surcharges with an insight towards calculating bottom line. Investing in the rate management software reduces invoicing errors. This drastically reduces the time required downstream to correct the billing errors, which improves margins and service quality. An ideal rate management software should also feed the organization with business intelligence reporting for the sales team—giving them direction and a roadmap.

Choose Freight Rate Management Software

If you are ready to take the next step in freight rate management software or logistic BPO services, let us assist you. Contact Info-X Software Technology to request a quote. We offer innovative transportation software solutions and back-office services for last 16 years assisting NVOCC , freight forwarders , and shippers across continents.

Cargo Tracking and Tracing - Know Where Your Cargo Is?

Cargo tracking and tracing are not only essential for efficiently managing the logistics network, but also for offering absolute customer satisfaction. With technological advancements, now companies can track and trace their cargo 24 x 7 with the help of freight tracking services. Detailed information about how professional freight tracking and tracing services can benefit your business are discussed in this blog.

Industries throughout the world are facing difficulties when it comes to tracking and tracing their cargo and maintaining their logistics supply network. The problem can easily translate into a huge problem among the production, distribution and delivery units and can disrupt the harmony of your logistics chain right from the source to the destination location to result in customer dissatisfaction.

Advanced Cargo Tracking and Tracing

Cargo tracking and tracing companies offer an ideal solution to this problem. These companies make use of advanced shipment monitoring technologies to track your shipment right from the source to its destination without any human intervention. This allows the companies to monitor and trace their shipments, manage their inventory and also prevent theft in ways which were not possible in the past.

While Cargo tracking and tracing have been around for a long time in the form of bar codes and RFID (Radio Frequency Identification), satellite and cellular technologies have paved ways for the development of advanced equipment, like GPS that can easily track and trace any shipment almost all over the world.

While these technologies were expensive in the past, their prices have considerably dropped now, and this allows the smallest companies to afford a freight tracking service.

Benefits of Cargo Tracking and Tracing

Better Customer Service: Tracking of the package, consignments or parcels not only provides the businesses with a peace of mind but to the customers as well. Even the customers can track and trace their orders, know their exact arrival date and make timely provisions for receipt of goods. Businesses, on the other hand, can use this information to resolve queries of the customers with accuracy and not speculation.

In-depth Information of the Supply Chain : With a cargo tracking and tracing service, all the details regarding the shipment can be accessed by simply inserting the tracking number. Right from the information of the carrier, its current location, to its ETA can be viewed by anyone.

Counter Non-Deliver: Also, if there is a non-delivery, you can trace the shipment and know the reason for non-delivery to ensure that the shipment reaches to the destination as soon as possible. It will simplify the entire shipping process and will help in reducing the burden from your administrative staffs’ shoulders.

If you still prefer using traditional services for cargo tracking and tracing, you are missing improved handling of your cargo, maximum control, automation and modern tracking functionalities. Yes, using a modern tracking and tracing service for your cargo can be a bit difficult initially and can also suffer from technical hurdles at times, but the advantages overshadow these minor difficulties.

Say goodbye to speculations, delays, non-delivery and all the problems related to shipment with a cargo tracking and tracing service to experience a modern world of difference.

Outsourcing Business Processes is the Key to Reduce Costs, Improve Efficiency

Success of any business depends upon the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of its supply-chain . Outsourcing this process ensures compliance, profits, customer-satisfaction and development.

Today, our transportation systems are more evolved than ever. It is easier to ship anything from cars to a pound of grapes than it was 50 years ago. But transportation comes with its own set of problems and complexities that can hinder a company’s growth. High costs of transportation and falling margins in shipment have hit the profitability of the logistics industry . And venturing into this field to supply your product can be a risky option. At the same time, hiring expensive employees or dealing with security mandates, excessive paperwork or the volatile economic environment across the world can be time-consuming, not to mention quite hassling. So, to get the best out of transportation, to enhance your supply-chain management and to ensure customer satisfaction, you need to opt for logistic BPO services , which can unlock the true value of transportation process, promote cost-optimization and streamline the entire shipment-tracking-delivery process.

The idea of outsourcing logistical business processes is to improve profitability, while increasing production-delivery experience. Whether you are looking for ocean, freight forwarders or land transportation systems, ensure that you opt for a company that can reduce write-offs, handle paperwork and handle costs through its industry expertise and technology tools.

Outsourcing business processes is the key to reduce costs. Why? Because it,

• Reduces continuous service and financial pressures
• Minimizes capacity volatility
• Stabilizes cost volatility
• Decreases the complexity of operating environment

Ideally, your logistic BPO services’ providers should broke down the process into following parts,

• Master Data Management
• Planning
• Execution
• Identification of optimization or innovation potential
• Then, your company can expect
• Optimization of entire supply chain network- from producers to distributors
• Determination of optimum locations for supply-chain processes
• Decreasing complexity and enhancing efficiency of routes
• Increased inventory
• Order processing, validation and fulfillment
• Logistics management, sourcing and planning
• Processing orders, providing proof of delivery and auditing performances

Overall, these factors can guarantee cost-reduction, standardization of business processes, enriched customer experiences and improved productivity within an organization.

Companies today, basically have to understand that BPO represents a strategic and efficient way of handling tumultuous transportation or supply-chain management problems. You should be opting for these companies and use following rules to get the best results,

• Ensure logistic BPO services are a CEO’s priority as there are no better options for survival
• Look at outsourcing as an efficient, reliable process to get work done in a complex transportation industry
• Keep the arrangements for CPO simple. Analyze the services offered by a company, compare the results in 90-180 days to see whether or not any cost-savings or efficient supply management can be 
• Have aggressive timelines for sorting out the BPO process
• Develop a deployment plan that the company can implement
• Insist on choosing a company with prior expertise, industry knowledge and specific professionals for the job

So, go ahead! Get logistics’ advantages by choosing the right BPO Company for your operations .

Info-X USA provides all-round logistics and outsourcing services for businesses. Visit https://infox.com/ for more details.

Features to Look for in a Cargo Tracking and Tracing Software

A proper cargo management system with a cargo tracking system is a must for continuous monitoring of the cargo. An efficient system will ensure that there are no thefts of the cargo or loss of revenue. A good tracking system will provide continuous alerts of the movement of the cargo. Further, a tracking system must have some noteworthy features. Read more to find out.

The cargo management system is the entire process of managing and monitoring transportation of goods and services for economic purposes by airways, roadways, and waterways. Promptness, competence, and trustworthiness are important pillars of flourishing cargo management system. The import-export trade of a country or a region will flourish with efficient cargo management system .

However, many times the cargo is threatened by theft or security issues. Hence, having an efficient cargo tracking and tracing system is of great importance. According to findings, installing a cargo tracking system has been extremely beneficial and it has helped to control illegal dumping of the cargo, increased revenue and helped in cutting costs of the cargo carriers .

Moreover, it has also helped in detecting criminal activities and preventing theft. A cargo tracking software must have some noteworthy features. Let us discuss them further in detail.

• Check at Each and Every Point: The cargo tracking system must monitor the movement of the cargo from the point of pick up to the end point. The customers should be able to check the position of the cargo at any point. The software should help the clients to manage their logistics very effectively.
• Improving Efficiency: The tracking system that you wish to purchase must help in improving the efficiency of the entire cargo system. This should help further in increasing business profitability. A good tracking system helps in increasing the revenue of the company by preventing theft.
• Technology: It should use extremely smart software to track the cargo. The software should be designed in such a way that the cargo can be monitored effectively in the international waters as well. The technology should be regularly upgraded, according to the changing innovative trends.
• Proper Security: There must be a proper security of the data related to the cargo that has been shared with the cargo tracking company. They must ensure that no gets access to the data other than few select members. While purchasing the software, the client must discuss this feature in detail with the tracking services company.
• Continuous Alerts: As the cargo is moving from one destination to another; the system must give continuous alerts. Also, in the case of any suspicious activity, the system must give an immediate alert. Also, the freight cargo must be properly monitored regularly at intervals.

Apart from the features mentioned above, the software must be properly tested and be long lasting. The cargo tracking and tracing system give a continuous update with of the right cargo direction. Also, the technology and the services that are provided must be trustworthy.

Choosing a Cargo Company That’s Reliable

Want to keep an eye on your package? Need reliable Cargo Transportation Company? Then this is what you need to know.

Since the colonial era, people have used oceans and seas for transferring goods across the globe. While the businesses have now evolved to include air and rail/road transportation as well, ocean shipping is still the most preferred, popular form of transportation. Ocean freight forwarders , as third party logistics provider transfer goods port-to-port, enabling companies to import and export their products without a hassle.

Considering that freight forwarding is an important part of business development, companies need a cargo shipping service that’s reliable- a company that ensures that consignments are delivered on time safely. Their services are available around the year, providing reassure that your goods will be delivered whenever and wherever you want.

But when so many companies offer cargo shipping and ocean cargo tracking services, how do you choose the most reliable one? You could try these simple strategies:

Shipping Methods

Cargo companies specialize in providing different shipping options. Most often, you will find services such as ocean and air freight with special rail or road transportation systems. A company is reliable if it offers holistic shipping services with special ocean cargo tracking to ensure that you can keep a tab on your goods. Such tracking systems are particularly beneficial for unusually large shipments and provide reliable assurance that your product is safe during the transit.

Customized Service

Reliability of a cargo company cannot be assessed solely on a company’s longevity or experience. But it can be ascertained by the level of customized services a company provides. So, if your cargo company can provide you port-to-port or even door to door service, then that’s the company you might want to partner with. Similarly, comes that can meet or exceed your specific request should be given preference.

Cost-Effectiveness

Of course, cost is a major factor when it comes to reliability of a cargo company. Now, a company that’s charging too low might not a reliable option. After all, service can be comprised for those lower prices. Similarly, a price too high doesn’t necessarily equate to reliability. So, you need to study the market rates and find a company that provides suitable services at genuine rates. The company should ideally have a transparent pricing structure with freight quotes that can help you make the decision. At the same time, the company should be ready and swift to answer any queries that might be related to the pricing policy.

Cargo Tracking

Now it is certainly important that you choose a company that offers cargo tracking and logistics . Any reliable company will certainly have latest technology for timely ocean cargo tracking ocean cargo tracking. They will not have you wait for weeks or days to get an update about your cargo. With the use of advanced technology , such companies will be able to provide instant information about the transit.

So, use these strategies to determine whether or not a cargo company is reliable. InfoX USA provides comprehensive cargo shipment, tracking and delivery services. Visit their website for details.

Why Businesses should Outsource their Logistics Needs

Running business can be difficult. But you can reduce the hassles by choosing < a href="https://infox.com/" style="color:#0000ff;"> logistic outsourcing services . These services will ensure that you can focus on different growth factors.

Implementing a complex operation for transportation of goods to the customers can be quite a hassle for any small or large organization. But handling logistics is pivotal for the growth of any business. Those big sales or deliveries will drive the development of your organization. As a savvy entrepreneur, you should focus on these outsourcing logistics services to someone, rather than working on them on your own. Choosing a third party logistics provider will guarantee you several benefits. Some of them are listed below.

You Use the Right Types of Vehicles

When you decide to establish a reputable business, you need a reliable mode of transportation for your goods and services. The best way to do so is to outsource logistics, which will ensure that you make use of the right kind of vehicles or transportation means to transfer your goods around the world. Reliable Logistics Company will provide you the opportunity to choose between different transportation modes, so you can send perishable or non-perishable goods through rail, road, air and sea depending on your needs.

Professional Support

You can always hire someone to look after logistics operations. But a single person or even a small team of people wouldn’t provide you the advanced professional support you need. That’s the reason you need to opt for logistic outsourcing services, where you will receive professional support, from filing custom documents to handling any unexpected incidents. That way, you can rest assured that the goods are handled by the professionals, who care about your company’s development.

Saves Time

Seriously, when you have so many other growth factors to consider and so many strategies to focus on, why would you want yourself to be burdened with logistics? You should rather outsource it, this will help you save valuable time that can be used for strategizing the company’s marketing and development plans to spend quality time with family and friends. Outsourcing will take a number of tasks off your hand and you wouldn’t have to worry about simple things such as billing, training, paperwork and staffing.

Keeps you Updated

When you choose to get logistic outsourcing services, you get the best professionals in the field. These professionals will keep you updated with the technological advancements. You will learn about the best practices in the industry and have better software for handling reporting, inventory maintenance and other processes.

Saves Money

It’s simple. Outsourcing saves you a lot of money. With outsourcing services available, you don’t have to worry about hiring people to do the same job in your office. Plus, you save more money because outsourcing eliminates the need for extra expenses, investing in warehouse or transportation systems and even the technologies. This will lower transportation and freight costs as well, while reducing the risks that may result in losses.

So, go ahead. Opt for logistic outsourcing services. InfoX USA offers customized logistics solutions. Visit their website for more details.

Advantages of Using Cargo Tracking and Tracing Software

Over the year, enterprise shipping solutions and transportation software have reduced the costs of shipping for companies. Now efficient, integrated cargo software systems help in management.

Trade developments around the world has helped companies become more global. While this is a good step, which indicates growth, it also reflects the increased need for efficient systems that provide security, keep an assessment of the cargo and goods on the way with maintaining integrity of supply chain. What companies need is good cargo tracking and tracing software that streamline entire operations. But most companies fail to focus on tracking and tracing services and keep their supply chain at risk or vulnerability, losing hundreds and thousands of dollars every year on lost or resting cargos.

That’s why, you should invest in an enterprise solution that takes care of the cargo without a hassle. Ideally, this cargo tracking solutions should utilize satellites to monitor fleets of vehicles and cargo containers, which can ensure minimization of loses.

Satellite mapping, with other kinds of features in the software can help in identifying individual containers or vehicles and therefore, tracking can be customized. At the same time, GPRS can be used for relaying information to and fro GPS enabled devices. This kind of cargo tracking and tracing can therefore be used for a number of industries, including the ones that use air, shipping and land transportation systems.

The implementation benefits of these cargo tracking and tracing services are difficult to ignore. For instance, they help in fully integrating the process of shipping, cargo packaging and delivery, streamlining business operations. Plus, they can integrate with existing products, improves accuracy of reporting while reducing unit costs of processing. And that’s not all! The software systems are designed to accelerate their capacity to modify themselves and react to market-operational changes. So, a single product can last you for years.

Cargo tracking and tracing basically increase the operational efficiency of a company. They can prevent loses of cargo and minimize damage to cargo goods. Through constant tracking and tracing, they can help in recovering lost or misplaced containers. By identify wrong containers, they can ensure that the right ones are taken to the right place and reduce the need of re-shipping. Simply put, the software system can reduce equipment inventories and increase utilization of assets.

How to Manage Your Outsource Account Work

Accounting plays a major role when it comes to calculating the finances of a certain company. Even if you have good profits, you may not be aware of the same if the Accounting work is not done the right way. Many of the companies outsource the Accounting work. But, when you do so, there are a few things that need to be kept a tab of.

Outsourcing maybe a very looked forward to solution in the present era. But, there are a few things that need to be taken care of when outsourcing jobs. Now, when it comes to Accounting work outsourcing in India, there are a few points that need to be kept in mind.

Are They Qualified Enough?
One of the ways to make sure that the accounting work of your company is in safe hands, is to make sure that the people working on in are qualified enough to handle your work. This way you can assure yourself that your accounting work is in the right hands. Also, make sure that the firm respects deadlines without compromising on the work quality. An initial test or a run of their work will keep help you trust them better so that you are comfortable in entrusting them with your work.

Is their the Right Way?
Different people work in different manners. Whether, their way of working suits you or not is something that you need to talk about before passing on the work. There are various ways of getting a particular work done. You need to make sure that the kind of work done by your vendor is the right way for your business and needs.

Is Your Data and Information in Safe and Secure Hands?
If you are going for accounting work outsourcing in India, make sure that you double check on the security standards. Jot down a list of security measures you want your vendor to follow when handed with the work. There might be some confidential information that you don’t want your competitors to know about, or anyone for that matter. Customer information is also highly sensitive and needs to be kept safe and secure.  Setting up a set of rules and conditions will help you acknowledge that your data is in safe hands.

Communication is the Key
A good vendor is one who gets all the work done with minimal fuss. If you are giving over your work to a vendor, you would not want to spend half of your time explaining the vendor about a particular work or issue. Your vendor needs to have resources that understand the requirement with regard to your business needs and gets it done in a jiffy. Also, if your vendor is tech savvy then it makes things even simpler.

So, when you are looking out for Accounting work outsourcing in India, then you might want to keep the above mentioned points in mind to have a hassle free experience. So, get crunching on the numbers with these easy important steps.

Top 7 Reasons to Outsource Invoice Processing

Tackling your invoice processing could be a huge task. It gets all the more tedious when you have to get it done from unskilled people, by paying them extraordinarily.

Outsourcing your invoice processing will help you improve your accounts function performance. Apart from this, you get a lot of benefits. Outsourcing accounting work has become a trend in India because of its convenience. More and more people are opting for it as it has become a convenient yet reliable option.

This write-up concentrates on the top seven reasons why you should outsource invoice processing.

Decreases Strain
Outsourcing invoice processes helps you in consuming less time and thus decreasing your strain. They receive invoice and convert them into an appropriate format for entry in various systems. This requires expertise and most organizations do not possess any. This is one important reason why organizations outsource.

Improved Accomplishments
Another most important reason for outsourcing is improvement in performance, lowered costs, and improved productivity. The providers promise to deliver high quality performance in the specified time.

Refrain from Making Investments
Organizations often refrain from making investments, especially while buying additional technology. They do not see any benefit in updating their technology. They can get all the services done, by paying a fraction of the total cost incurred.

Reduces Invoice Processing Timing
Outsourcing invoice processing leads to the completion of all the work in lesser period of time. Outsourcing helps in making payments timely and reduces duplicate or late payments.

Reduces Work
Most companies pay extraordinarily for unskilled work. Whereas, if you hire an outsourcing company they will charge a fraction of the amount you would pay to your staff and deliver high quality work.

Improves Customer Service
Customers expect that their needs will be answered immediately and work may demand your attention. So it is feasible to provide your customers with information through which they can track and have access to relevant information. Outsourcing invoice processing lets you be quick with customer servicing.

Enhances Transparency
One of the reasons that companies outsource their invoice processing is that this activity enhances transparency and increases security. There is a control over the account processes as well.

Do you have in mind any other reason? You can let us know in the comment box below. We’ll be happy to hear from you.

Since the last 15 years, Info-X has been a trusted provider of logistic management software and back-office support services. They are trained in outsourced back-office services; their trained officials are experienced in their respective areas of work. They possess the industrial knowledge in logistics and work efficiently and closely with their clients.

To know more about them or their services you can visit their website: http://www.infoxusa.com

Choosing A Comprehensive Online Cargo Tracking Service

We live in a world that is continually in the thrall of trade, commerce and transactions within domestic spaces and international borders. In the mind- boggling web of inter connectivity, the sheer amount of transportation that takes place between borders every second is far beyond imagination. The process is complex and involves multiple operations at the same time, which need to work with accuracy and efficiency. Thus, a good tracking system for all the goods and services that are transacted seems to be a necessary tool if one does not want valuable goods lost in the flurry of a booming market. Although, there a lot of manual ways to track, monitor and aid the shipping of goods and services, online tracking systems have proved themselves to be the kings in the industry with increased efficiency and authenticity.

Hence, choosing a decent < a href="https://infox.com/about.html" style="color:#0000ff;"> logistics software and online cargo tracking system is no child’s play. One has to keep a number of things in mind so as to make the right decision that is suitable for all unique needs and purposes. Here are some important factors to keep in mind while choosing a online cargo tracking service:

• Productivity: The service that one is choosing should be able to aid in the increase in productivity of fleet and carrier processes and subsequently, one’s business. They should be equipped with the latest technology to provide comprehensive and dependable tracking services which includes being able to keep up with ever- changing modern automation, innovative functions etc.
  
  
• Visibility: The service should have a level of transparency via which one can witness the supply chain performance during the transportation. All the details regarding the handling of cargo, the places of dispatch, the number of workers employed for the same, the time of shipment and delivery, the authenticity of the financial transaction etc. should be clear and properly represented so as to leave no room for doubt.
  
  
• Customer and Client Satisfaction: While choosing an < a href="https://infox.com/autonomous-cargo-tracking.html" style="color:#0000ff;"> online cargo tracking service , one needs to be sure that the agency gives utmost importance to client and customer satisfaction. This is very important in light of the fact that a huge building block of a successful business is its solid and unwavering customer base. The tracking system should ensure that it provides ready help to customers or clients who demand the minutest details.
  
  
• Security: An imperative facet in a good tracking service is the promise of security. Since, these companies handle the most private data in relation to the cargo being shipped, they have to be sure that these details remain inaccessible to everyone except the designated operators. This ensures that the details as well as the equipment remain safe and sound during transportation.
  
  
• Strategy: The strategy employed by the service company is essential in terms of the procedure of shipment, the costs, the technical variables etc. The strategy of transportation enumerates the cost of delivery, the efficiency with which the cargo will be shipped and the exact time required for the process. This allows the client a level of control in the procedure so that he or she can keep track of the goods in the most accurate way possible for the most reasonable price.

Things to Know before Choosing Back Office Support Service

Seeking the back office support has become a norm with many businesses. The startup companies find such office solutions extremely practical. For enhancing productivity also many companies operating in the virtual environment seek the serviced office. For major organizations, serviced offices act like the smartest backup plan which ensures a superb continuity of the business operations.

 
Themed offices are the best options for companies that look forward to cut expenses and downsize. In order to secure the ideal back office support service for the business, there are many factors to consider. It is not enough to look for only affordable back office support services. Below are some of the essential elements to consider:

• Address: For businesses who want to stay competitive in the market have to consider the location or address. The chosen location will have a great impact in framing up the reputation to your future clients. A good business address will create a good impression on the customers. Both the potential customers and the investors will love transacting with trusted businesses. If you have your office situated, along with the renowned businesses in the area, your credibility will be built.
• Workspace: The interior designing of the serviced office is important. The office space provider will cater to the distinct needs of the clients by making the different designs available. The options vary from creating colorful layouts, creative in nature, to fostering corporate looks. You need to determine the kind of work environment which will suit your business. Providers will be suggesting inspiring and vibrant spaces. Unconventional designs, on the other hand, will boost up creativity and productivity.
• Contract: If you lease the traditional office, you have to sign the contract where the office will be leased for 1-2 years. It is always good to ask for the serviced office since you will enjoy a great flexibility of contract. You need to enquire the service provider whether it can accommodate you within the shortest period of time or not. This way you can test the service.
• Relaxation: Most of the serviced offices have the outdoor spaces which are meant for relaxation. People working in the building will be free to use the amenities. You need to look for company that provides outdoor spaces for relaxation so that you step out of the place and sit in the relaxation lounges. Some of the buildings even have indoor and outdoor gardens to allow you to breathe in fresh air.
• Support: You must get outstanding back office support service from the company. Enquire about the reputation of the support provider. If the company is great, you can get all the needed professional support irrespective of whether you are a solo entrepreneur or the start up enterprise. You need to rent serviced offices to showcase professionalism in the business.

For the success of the e-commerce business, back office support bears a huge importance. If you are looking for the same kind of support, you can refer to the official website https://infox.com/ to come across the company that utilizes advanced technologies to deliver < a href="https://infox.com/autonomous-bill-of-lading.html" style="color:#0000ff;"> quality back office support . The company is adept at managing the inventory. It can carry out the product data entry faultlessly. It will make your business profitable to the greatest extent.

Info-X Expands Relationship with INTTRA

As we wrapped up 2014 and looked ahead to 2015, I was reminded of one of my favorite quotes: “Technology does not run an enterprise, relationships do.”

As the director of Info-X Software Technology, I am very passionate about developing the most state-of-the-art software technology for the transportation industry—this is obviously they key to our success.  But as an entrepreneur, I am just as passionate about developing loyal, mutually beneficial relationships—this is, in my opinion, the key to sustaining our success.

To that end, Info-X is happy to announce we wrapped up 2014 by closing a deal that enhances our four-year relationship with INTTRA, the leading provider of e-commerce solutions for the ocean freight industry.  Info-X is now receiving a direct data feed for vessel schedules from INTTRA for the following carriers: 

 ALIANCA, ANL CONTAINER LINE, APL, CMA CGM,

COSCO, CROWLEY LINER SERVICES, CSAV, CSAV NORASIA,

DAL, DELMAS, EMIRATES SHIPPING LINE, EVERGREEN LINE,

HAMBURG SUD, HANJIN SHIPPING, HAPAG-LLOYD,

HYUNDAI MERCHANT MARINE CO., LTD., K LINE,

LIBRA, LIBRA URUGUAY, MAERSK LINE, MCC TRANSPORT,

MITSUI OSK LINE, MSC, NYK LINE, PIL, SAFMARINE,

SEAGO LINE, UNITED ARAB SHIPPING COMPANY

WAN HAI LINES LTD, ZIM

This is a great benefit to our customers because viewing vessel schedules in this way allows them to see the next 3 to 4 sailings on the rate quote. This streamlines the process by alleviating the need for them to go to multiple carrier websites to retrieve the information.

From the beginning, our alliance with < a href="https://infox.com/"> INTTRA has been about increasing productivity, enhancing our own services and offering the best solutions in ocean supply chain systems .

Connecting with INTTRA’s e-commerce platform has given Info-X’s customers the convenience of single-point booking and shipping instruction capabilities, as well as the opportunity to take advantage of the largest global carrier network.