Our on-the-mark advice was the make or break for this supply chain solution
We had a customer who wanted shipping to a cheaper destination, so we chose Oakland Port as it’s one of the cheaper options.
The crunch? They needed it asap and if it would be delayed in transit, it wouldn’t arrive at Oakland in time.
So our operations consultant who was handling their booking picked up the phone and told them straight: You can take the chance of shipping to Oakland and that will be cheapest for you BUT if it gets delayed we can offload at an earlier stop like LA port and truck it. That will be more expensive than choosing from the get-go to ship to another destination. You might save, if everything runs on time. Or you might end up paying more. It’s your gamble.
The customer was fully informed of the potential costs in each situation, and ultimately chose to take the cheaper option, with the risk of paying more in the event of a delay. They had full disclosure from us and were able to make an informed choice.
In the end, it arrived in Oakland in time.
Sometimes you get your cake and eat it too 😉
Transparency is one of our values and our team handled that case with full transparency and full disclosure, ultimately saving money and getting the shipment on time. We were not prepared to promise one way or another in this situation – and we never make promises we cannot keep.
Why Work with Simple Forwarding?
Navigating international freight can be complex, but with the right partner, it doesn’t have to be. Simple Forwarding provides expert logistics solutions to help you move your cargo efficiently, cost-effectively, and without hassle.
✅ Competitive freight rates tailored to your needs
✅ Seamless coordination from supplier to final destination
✅ Compliance expertise for Amazon FBA and customs requirements
✅ Reliable tracking and transparent communication every step of the way
Take the stress out of shipping. Contact Simple Forwarding today and let us handle the logistics while you focus on growing your business!