TRANSPORTATION

Transportation is the process of moving goods, people, or services from one place to another. It encompasses various modes such as road (trucks, cars), rail (trains), air (planes), and sea (ships), each offering different advantages depending on the nature of the cargo and the distance to be covered. In logistics, transportation plays a vital role in ensuring the timely and efficient movement of products through supply chains, affecting both cost and customer satisfaction.

TRANSPORTATION

The transportation process involves several stages to move goods or people from one point to another efficiently.

Here’s a breakdown of the typical steps involved:

1. Planning: Choose the transportation mode, route, and schedule.
2. Preparation: Package and label goods, complete necessary documents.
3. Pickup & Loading: Collect goods and load them onto transportation.
4. Transit: Transport goods to the destination, possibly with transshipment.
5. Customs Clearance: Complete paperwork and pay duties for international shipments.
6. Delivery & Unloading: Deliver goods to the final destination and unload them.
7. Final Payment & Documentation: Settle remaining payments and close the transaction.