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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)

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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)

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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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Opportunities Available in Job Logistics

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There are a lot of employment opportunities available in job logistics. There are logistics positions that are required for manufacturing and distribution to take place. Logistics involves the purchasing, storing and distributing of raw products, partially finished goods and finished products. Logistics are used to determine the cost efficiency of a company. These positions in […]

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Types of In Job Logistics

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When it comes to the different types of careers in job logistics that are available, you may be surprised at the number of different areas in which you can work and still be in the logistics field. You can work as a logistics analyst or a logistics engineer. You can also apply for logistics finance, […]

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