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Tips for Hiring Contractor Workers on Your Own

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Contract workers: also referred to as subcontractors, project workers, temporary executives, freelancers or situation workers as alternatives to hiring permanent staff.
If you decide to hire logistics or supply chain contract workers on your own, Logjobs is uniquely qualified to help. We are pleased to announce that Logjobs now has a dedicated section […]

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Leverage: Adding Value by Reducing Costs Part 6 (6 Part Series)

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This is Part 6 (6 Part Series)
Full service lease
Fleet operators choosing this popular option should be familiar with key elements of these agreements. Providers make profit margins through both fixed and variable charges with most profits made in the first and second years when maintenance costs are lowest. “Walk-away” terms that shield lessees from early […]

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Leverage: Adding Value by Reducing Costs Part 5 (6 Part Series)

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This is Part 5 (6 Part Series)
Eliminate costly parts inventories
Buy parts on consignment. Carrying less inventory and paying for parts as used can reduce costs. Leading manufacturers provide parts on consignment. If the manufacturer is not receptive, pursue an independent dealer that is.
Contract maintenance.
Third party providers seek to provide their services for as many customers […]

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Leverage: Adding Value by Reducing Costs Part 4 (6 Part Series)

admin @ March 10, 2009 # 2 Comments

This is Part 4 (6 Part Series)
Maintenance options
Maintenance expenditures are a significant portion of operating cost. To control them, it is important to use the option best suited to your fleet, and realize what leverage exists dealing with maintenance providers.
In-house
Companies considering performing their own maintenance should consider their fleet’s size. This option may not make […]

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Leverage: Adding Value by Reducing Costs Part 1 (6 Part Series)

admin @ February 19, 2009 # 4 Comments

Many private fleets have expanded over the years from one or two trucks to a formidable collection of tractors and trailers. But an increase in the size of the fleet does not mean that the operation is a successful one.The ultimate goal of any well-run fleet is to add value to the company. Fleets do […]

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Sorting Through the Many Distribution Jobs

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There are a lot of different positions that fall under the category of distribution jobs. The category is broad, and there are many aspects involved which make distribution possible. This means that there is a world of opportunity available for those interested in distribution jobs. There is an obvious need for people in managerial positions […]

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How to Enhance Your Resume for Distribution Jobs

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When it comes to distribution jobs, your resume could be the difference between you getting a call for an interview and a company turning to someone else, even if you are more qualified. The fact of the matter is that your resume is the company’s first impression of you and the more you enhance it […]

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