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The King’s Scroll

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Updates. Happenings. Interesting tidbits.
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Our trailer rebranding process

It’s possible that you may have noticed a few new King Solutions trailers out on Minnesota’s roads (it’s okay, you can stare; we know they’re pretty). But, what you might not know is the reasoning behind the change or that the rebranding of our trucks is an ongoing process.

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Plastic pallets vs wood pallets: Which is better for my shipping needs?

Pallets have been around for over 100 years, and they don’t appear to be going anywhere anytime soon (except whatever destination they’re being shipped to, of course). Because of this, it’s important to make sure you’re getting the most out of your pallets. Which leads to the question: plastic or wood?

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How to reduce product damage and profit loss

Every year, companies across the United States lose countless amounts of money due to improper storage and shipping of their products. To curtail these losses and claims, companies must take preventative measures to ensure that they are managing their logistics and warehousing sectors or trusting them in the hands of qualified partners.

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Building healthy, long-term 3PL relationships

Think of the best/strongest relationships you currently have in your life. Most (if not all) of them probably involve people you’ve known for a long time. They’re long-term relationships. They involve people you know and who know you. They’re built on trust and experience. There’s a certain degree of give and take. And you most likely hope to keep that relationship. We like to think great 3PL relationships aren’t so different.

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How to save money on LTL shipping

LTL shipping is designed around saving you money for loads that are too big for parcel but too small to fill a truck. The question is are you maximizing the amount of money you’re saving? Here are some simple tips to make sure you’re getting the most (financially speaking) out of your LTL services.

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What you should expect from your 3PL provider

The decision to outsource your logistics and warehousing needs to a 3PL provider is a major decision no matter what the size your company may be. While it is natural to remain a bit uncertain about handing over of such an integral part of your business, it can actually be one of the best business decisions you make in the lifespan of your company.

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Optimizing your logistical services

Optimization is a pretty big buzzword these days, from businesses to every day life. We live very busy lives in a very busy world, and optimization can allow for you to do things better in less time with fewer mistakes. That sounds like a win to us. And that’s why we believe it’s important to optimize your logistical services.

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How e-commerce is shaping the logistics industry

As the internet continues to insert virtual shopping malls into the homes of consumers the world over, the need for traditional brick-and-mortar stores has diminished, but not disappeared altogether. This has changed the paradigm of logistics by transforming the role of logistics companies and warehouses, a ripple that has sent a wave across the entire industry.

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