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We insure your contents are delivered safely from start to finish. What is pool distribution? Pool distribution involves consolidating multiple shipments from a single shipper or multiple shippers at one point of origin. Then the individual shipments / load moves to a specific geographic region, with multiple delivery points within that region for individual shipment delivery What are the benefits of pool distribution? - Pool distribution is more efficient than other shipping options as it removes the need for multiple legs on the trip. Typically the most costly miles for a truck are the first and last few miles. - Pool distribution cost is based on density and miles, meaning it does not require complex formulas and is more straightforward to calculate the costs. - Besides density and volume, other factors impacting the efficiency of pool distribution is the distance from the distribution center to the pool point as well as the percent of cubic feet of the truckload trailer that is filled with freight loaded at the distribution center. The greater the mileage from origin distribution center to destination pool and the higher percentage cube of the truckload trailer, the greater the cost savings potential. - Pool distribution is faster as your shipment will be making fewer stops & makes it easy to track your shipment. - By placing fewer trucks on the road you are doing your part to reduce carbon footprint. Pooling shipments is a great way to begin “going green” & to consume less fuel Why should I pick pool distribution? Building a loyal customer base is critical to your success, and a good way to do this is to begin to understand their needs and wants. For example, eCommerce customers don’t like having to wait, partly because the internet has conditioned them for instant gratification. Improved technology has made same-day shipping and delivery a feasible way to improve customer satisfaction and increase sales. That’s exactly where we come in.

- What is Expedited Shipping? When you need to move your time-sensitive freight quickly due to delays from capacity shortages, late inbound products to your facility, critical parts for broken equipment, or specialized products that must be at a location due to advertising or product launches, that is the time to use Last Mile Logistics powered by Sunteck expedited freight team. Our expedited shipping team is staffed 24/7/365. When it has to be there, we can move it safely and on time, no matter the item or size. Our on-time consistency rate of 99.3% – is exceptional no matter what the product. - What types of vehicles are available for Expedited Shipping? Our Expedited team fleet consists of cargo and sprinter vans, air ride 24,26, and 28 foot straight trucks with lift gates, and 53-foot tractor-trailers. - Who uses Expedited Shipping? Retailers, advertisers, e-commerce shippers, industrial manufacturers and distributors, athletic teams, banks, automotive companies, and technology companies are just some of the key shippers that commonly utilize expedited shipping. - Does Expedited Shipping offer White Glove services? Yes- we move all types of specialized freight for high-end medical technology, health and beauty, athletic products, the energy industry, and various home goods.

We go the extra mile accommodating your needs from start to finish. We specialize in the cost-effective design and management of third-party logistics services for raw materials and manufactured goods. LAST MILE LOGISTICS can accommodate the customer’s requirement, from a simple transportation point solution to providing a full turnkey transportation management program. As part of the LAST MILE LOGISTICS Distribution & Logistics Services solution, we enable: - Exceptional Loss Prevention - 24/7 - 365 Live Dispatch - Consistent On-time Performance - Peace of Mind SERVICES PROVIDED - Financially responsible private company with a track record of successful growth and strong credit history. - Commitment to implement and execute your distribution processes efficiently and with a personal passion to make it successful. - Top 10 rated freight broker in Transport Topics, with a strong history of success with a national customer base, and a sales and operations support team committed to your success. - Full visibility to shipments and real-time proof of delivery. - Live dispatch that is well trained on your business SOP 24 hours a day 365 days a year SPECIALTIES 1. Pool distribution 2. Last mile distribution 3. White glove 4. Residential & commercial insolation 5. Strategic warehousing 6. Reverse logistics

Ensuring a flawless delivery from door-to-door. Doesn’t matter the size or industry: health & beauty, industrial products, or sports & fitness. The Last Mile Logistics White Glove team excels in the custom delivery and detailed expertise that it takes to deliver your specialized goods. PREMIUM SERVICE Last Mile Logistics provides an array of specialized services to both residential and commercial clients in need of a higher-end service level. We provide delivery and installation as well as exact time distribution for all types of commercial products with full transparency to the customer throughout the process. Our premium white-glove service offers a heightened and detail-focused level of delivery services. WHAT'S INCLUDED? -Two-man teams or actual set-up teams -Inside-delivery and set up of product -Delivery of upscale products to homes and businesses -Deliveries that require special handling, tools, or detailed procedures -Deliveries that require special scanning or picture documentation -Installations of products or displays WHO NEEDS IT? -Specialty retailers -Cabinet manufacturers -Medical companies -Surgical groups -Marketing and advertising companies -Large Scale printers -Display manufacturers -Banks and financial groups -Furniture companies -Home exercise companies

Superior service at competitive rates. - Who is Last Mile Logistics? LAST MILE LOGISTICS Transport Group began as a truck broker and has grown into one of North America’s leading providers of truckload, LTL, intermodal, expedited and logistics services. We have the ability to handle the day-to-day and peak capacity requirements of shippers across the U.S. and Canada while providing superior service at competitive rates. In the truckload sector, this includes dry vans, reefers, and flatbeds. - What is the selection process? LAST MILE LOGISTICS has agreements with a performance-driven mix of independent motor carriers. The motor carrier selection process is key to LAST MILE LOGISTICS’s operations. Each is scrutinized for compliance with federal safety regulations. This combination of resources enables our seasoned freight coordinators to cover and manage any freight and/or logistics need, and will be FMCSA-CSA ready. - What are the specialties? We are committed to providing our customers with on-going, cost-effective, nationwide capacity in the full truckload sector. While we are recognized specialists in providing immediate spot quote rates, we also offer competitive, long-term rates for customers with those requirements. - How do bids and pricing work? Our marketing and freight management teams respond to both online and offline bid requests and customer surveys daily. Our cost estimator s track market conditions, which include fuel surcharge changes, current and anticipated weather conditions, freight seasonality, and regional equipment capacity availability to provide the most competitive, deliverable price and service. - How many customer service centers are there? Overtime, LAST MILE LOGISTICS has developed an expertise as an accomplished expedited service provider, with advance notice and agreement. Our 60 strategically located customer service centers are accessible 24- a hours-a-day, 365 days a year. We provide instant, competitive rate quotes and fast access to equipment in tight markets - What if I need to ship in 24 hours? LAST MILE LOGISTICS specializes in providing expedited services for shippers who have less than 24 hours to get their product moving. LAST MILE LOGISTICS moves loads that others can’t when trucking capacity is tight. - What are your safety protocols? To move your expedited freight, LAST MILE LOGISTICS will draw from a full range of motor carriers who are continuously scrutinized in several key safety and performance areas to ensure the highest quality and on-time service.

Keeping your inventory secure 24/7 - What is Strategic Warehousing? 1. Strategic warehousing will manage your transportation spending, provide warehouse space, and fulfill customer orders on your behalf. 2. By outsourcing your logistics/warehousing to a partner you will be able to transform some direct costs into variable costs. 3. With our logistics solutions, our customers who outsource their logistics won’t have to invest in warehouse facilities & equipment, warehouses systems, and technologies, employees and safety measures. - What are the benefits of using a third party logistics / warehouse provider? 1. When a third party logistics / warehouse provider ships your company’s order, the product looks like it comes directly from your company, however the people who prepare & ship the product are employees of the 3PL. 2. When fulfilling your orders a third party logistics / warehouse provider charges you every time they touch something meaning that they are charging you every time they go to a shelf and grab a product to put into a box (often called a cost per unit). 3. Some third party logistics / warehouse providers will also offer “cost plus” or “open book” pricing, which means that they take their costs and add a margin to the amount you pay. They often do this when the scope of work is unclear and it’s hard to gauge what their costs will be. 4. The main advantage of a good third party logistics / warehouse provider is that we utilize our domestic teams across multiple accounts. The Operations Manager on your account may be working on several accounts so you only pay for a portion of their salary; similarly, the cost of a forklift lease or software might also be shared across multiple accounts. 5. Last Mile Logistics has hundreds of domestic warehouse partners around the country who can handle your inventory. - Advantages of third party logistics / warehouse operations? 1. Industry specialization 2. Access to new advanced technology 3. Access to required facility & equipment requirements 4. Ability to handle large number of clients at a time and share in the expenses 5. Expand & contract space & labor requirements - Benefits of third party logistics / warehouse in supply chain management? 1. Drive Cost Savings 2. Get Access to Expertise and Experience 3. Focus on Core Competencies 4. Gain Flexibility and Scalability 5. Enable Business Growth and Market Expansion 6. Improve Customer Satisfaction - How to select a good third party logistics / warehouse provider 1. Select a 3PL that ship’s compatible products 2. Select a 3PL that has the necessary systems & technology 3. Select a 3PL that has 24 X7 visibility, an established record regarding chain of custody, & has 4. the ability to provide up to date freight status from a single source 5. Select a 3 PL that has a proven track record with scanning, track & tracing, reporting, web interface, & written SOP’s by customer 6. Select a 3 PL that is available 24 X 7 … 365 days a year.

WHAT IS 3PL? Also known as Third-Party Logistics, 3PL is an outsourcing service that logistics companies offer to businesses needing more storage, better inventory management, and customized shipping for their products. It also takes charge of packaging and reverse logistics. In logistics, there are different outsourcing levels, from 1PL to 5PL. Each one of them has its own benefits and limitations. An important distinction between 3PL and 4PL (which are the most required and oftentimes confused between one another) is that third-party logistics’ main goal is to take care of the shipment process while fourth-party logistics services focus on the overall supply chain. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF HAVING A 3PL COMPANY? Logistic companies have many years of experience stocking, packaging, and delivering items of different sizes and weights. Because they provide varying truck sizes and trained staff, the cargo is loaded/unloaded efficiently and carefully. With the best routes to be cost-efficient, a third-party logistics team saves time when delivering the items, even when expedited shipping is not requested. If there are any returns, 3PL takes care of that too! The ultimate benefit is that you can expand your business and start delivering to new locations across states and countries with an experienced partner. WHEN SHOULD I PARTNER WITH A LOGISTICS COMPANY? If you have an abundance of orders daily, don’t have enough space for your inventory, and deliveries are difficult to ship, then it is time to consider using a 3PL agency. Check out our informative blogs to further understand the advantages of 3PL outsourcing services. WHAT IS THE FUTURE OF 3PL? With globalization and online orders rising, partnering with a logistics company is a must. More and more people are starting to buy online, B2B (business to business) is growing, and many companies are looking for 3PL services to fulfill the market’s needs. Partnering with a logistics company is a way to expand your business. At Last Mile Logistics, we have more than 110 years of combined experience, partnering with many companies from different industries in the U.S.A. and Canada. You can know more about us and the services we offer here.

Distribution Services for Communication Appliances. Customized communications logistics are crucial to guarantee customer satisfaction. Old technology impeding customer relations? Providers who constantly fail to adjust their communications to mirror their consumers’ requirements are at risk of becoming obsolete. Technology plays a significant role in everyday business operations, so when old devices hinder communication, it is our job to ensure a quick turnaround of new instruments.

Shipping solutions to deliver sensitive cargo for government facilities. Delivering government shipments at the right price, intact, and on time. When you leave your freight in our hands, we are committed to continuously improving the performance of your freight operations. 1. Universities, colleges, and large high schools: specialized solutions to meet any distribution needs. 2. Prison or law enforcement: we are familiar with regulations and government particularities. 3. Military deliveries: for relocations, deployments, or any other transportation needs for a range of military and non-military government agencies.

A leading expert in the cosmetic supply chain and storing hazardous products. Prompt and accurate deliveries to maintain scalability. The health and beauty industry requires a specialized fulfillment process because shipments encompass large quantities of tiny, fragile products. This fast and competitive industry needs a logistics company to handle that responsibility. Last Mile Logistics was named ULTA Beauty “WOW” Experiences winner for over five years. 1. Health department stores: Such as pharmacies. 2. Cosmetics and skincare: Multi-location operations like a mall-based chain or a skin care distributor. 3. Gym and sports gear: Fitness centers and outdoor equipment stores. - Logistics services for health and beauty Transparency: Customers expect businesses to provide transparency and guarantee good quality products for their customers. Along with this, fast delivery is a must for many individuals since it has become the new standard to offer one or two-day shipping. Packaging: A high-quality package and express shipment is a new standard in the industry. Companies must keep in mind the quality of the packaging to provide customers with a gratifying experience. However, if a company does not have a 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) partner, it will be challenging to match the market expectations. Tracking: Tracking is beneficial for both parties – businesses can track any irregularities in the journey and re-adjust delivery times while the customer enjoys knowing when their package will land on their doorstep. Storage: Cosmetics are considered fragile and sensitive products that can be damaged by many factors, such as light, temperature, humidity, and mistreatment (most common). Businesses will be able to closely monitor the condition of their freight at any point during transportation, including loading and unloading. More revenue: When a business is restricted to delivering to specific locations, the sales will have a cap, preventing the company from growing. Express shipping offers fast delivery to any place in the country, increasing your business and the total revenue overall. How LAST MILE LOGISTICS can help A trusted logistics partner is crucial to competitive advantage in this industry. Fast delivery and a high-quality package are needed to increase orders and customer satisfaction. At Last Mile Logistics, we offer expedited shipping and strategic warehousing services for cosmetics and any other type of product. Your items will be protected and carefully transported at every point of the journey. Contact us now and make your next shipment expedited.

Turnkey logistic solutions for Industrial Businesses. Make your Supply Chain more efficient Industrial projects require a lot of organization, effort, and logistics to create a well-structured distribution system. At Last Mile Logistics, we have more than 110 years of packaging, loading, stocking, and delivering items to manage any make-to-stock or make-to-order deliveries. We excel at what we do, from small to large, fragile to heavy, and unconventional goods.

Take your events to every corner of North America with Last Mile Logistics. Streamline the logistics of your live events. Logistics services for events, entertainment, and media production companies. Organizations count on us to help facilitate logistics and transportation so they can offer concerts, conferences, and exhibitions anywhere in the US and Canada. An essential step in the preparation of any event is securing an experienced team with the complex coordination required to transport your equipment to new places, all while in good hands.

Your turnkey Medical Equipment delivery solutions. Specially trained carriers in delivering time-sensitive equipment and devices for any time frame. Big or small, we pack and deliver your equipment carefully Our carrier team is trained to provide delivery services carefully and safely. Safe and prompt medical devices and equipment shipments are critical due to the delicate nature of the delivery. If the supplies are delayed or damaged, the impacts are much more severe than standard deliveries.

3PL Services for Raw Material Manufacturers. Extract more profit from your raw materials with a trusted logistics partner. Is your manufacturing capacity hindered by subpar distribution? We are experienced logistics and freight services providers. Our carriers also support expedited shipping so you can stop worrying about whether or not your items are on time. We can take your raw goods from point A to point B in no time by choosing the best routes.

Transport your retail goods anywhere in the United States and Canada. The heart of retail stores is customer loyalty. Grow your shop with top-notch deliveries. High-demand items require fast delivery With online orders increasing each year, it is essential to deliver retailers enough items to keep up with demands. Stable inventory management will enable the opportunity for an uptick in sales. Our carrier network counts on the best dispatchers and routes to deliver your goods safely and promptly. - Retail Logistics and why it is indispensable for efficient business development What is retail loistics? Retail logistics includes all the strategies, functions, and procedures required to get items from Point A (the point of supply) to Point B (the end consumer). Inbound logistics and outbound logistics are the two sides, or categories, of retail logistics. Businesses must keep up with the current developments in the retail industry. Companies may remain ahead of the curve and keep their consumers pleased by knowing and capitalizing on new trends. Processes: Inbound logistics is when retailers obtain raw materials or completed items from suppliers and transport them from the provider to an internal destination, such as a warehouse, fulfillment center, manufacturing plant, or retail shop, to add them to inventory. Outbound logistics starts when inbound logistics end. Merchants transfer items from an internal site — (a warehouse, for example) to the end customer. Reach more customers: To capture a portion of the market in an increasingly competitive marketplace, retail industry firms must compete in various ways. Consumers’ expectations of excellent customer service and a smooth buying experience have been at the forefront of all new marketing strategies. Customers desire to blend the advantages of old purchasing habits with the ease of use of new technology. Buyers may purchase online using tablets or smartphones or at a physical store. Business owners must guarantee that product quality is maintained throughout the supply chain. Improve packaging: Retail has a wide variety of products with different weights and sizes so having a proper packaging procedure is vital for both the company and the consumer. A good package will make it more cost-effective and protect the item from damage. Access to more storage: Warehouses will dramatically benefit businesses by delivering more products to new locations. Additionally, the warehouses will have the appropriate conditions depending on the item to guarantee a perfect state. More revenue: The worldwide retail logistics industry was worth $227.61 billion in 2021 and is predicted to increase even more in the following years. The market is expected to expand gradually due to rising global commercial activity. The retail logistics system guarantees that durable and non-durable items are delivered to clients promptly. Partnering with a logistics company: Logistics has resulted in faster delivery times, cheaper fulfillment costs, and a greater possibility in the retail business to focus on customer service rather than administrative processes. With increased sales (both online and offline), retail companies can grow their business to the next level or locations. Contact us now to be your trusted retail logistics partner.

Keep your team’s reach mobile and flexible with our transportation solutions. Now more than ever, sports organizations rely on logistics for their success. Taking sports a mile further The demanding nature of the industry requires freight services with high availability and reliability. Sports require discipline, strength, and determination, at Last Mile Logistics we offer the same level of commitment with your cargo. With more than 1K distribution centers, insurance, and real-time tracking, our carrier experts will prepare transportation for each sporting event. 1. Universities, colleges, and large high schools: schedules must be kept and what better way to keep them than with 3PL? 2. Professional sporting organizations: Football, soccer, hockey, baseball, competitive racing, tennis, golf. 3. Charities, fundraisers, and marathons: take your event further, with a trusted and caring 3PL partner.