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When you need to ship high-priority goods, such as urgent orders, perishable items, or sensitive materials, you want to choose the most reliable transportation mode that can deliver them on time and in good condition. But how can you compare the different modes of transportation and their reliability factors? In this article, we will guide you through the steps to determine the best transportation mode for your high-priority goods, based on your specific needs and constraints.
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1 Define your criteria
The first step in selecting the most reliable transportation mode for your high-priority goods is to define your criteria. Speed, cost, capacity, availability, flexibility, safety, and environmental impact are all important considerations. How quickly do you need your goods to reach their destination? What is your budget for the transportation service? How much volume and weight can your goods take up? How often and easily can you access the transportation mode? How well can it adapt to changes in demand, routes, or schedules? How secure and protected are your goods during transit? And how much does the transportation mode contribute to greenhouse gas emissions or pollution? Answering these questions will help you make an informed decision.
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The criteria for selecting a transport mode is dictated by the commodity itself, its individual specialties/conditions in order to be transported and international conventions/laws of transportation (INCO, CMR, CIM, Warsaw, Hague-Visby, ...).Rule of thumb: Low value - high volume should be transported utilizing ocean freight instead of air freight.High value - low volume needs to be transported by air freight instead of ocean freight. In addition, geopolitical crisis are heavily weighing into decision making to avoid delays or loss of cargo. Here generative AI solutions in combination with Lane Risk Assessments are becoming invaluable.
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- Khaled Daher Railway Installation General Manager @ CAF | Smart cities management lecturer
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We should define our criteria for the most reliable transportation mode, speed, capacity, safety, and environmental impact.We should ensure and ask ourselves the materials will be secured during transit?
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You determine the most reliable transportation mode for high-priority goods, first of all you will know your priorities, save cost, within shortest time, reliable and save service and the last but not the least, long and goods relations built with your vendors and suppliers
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Determining the most reliable transportation mode for high-priority goods can be a challenging task. It’s important to consider various factors such as delivery time, cost, and safety while making the decision. For instance, air freight is often the most reliable mode for high-priority goods as it offers fast delivery times and high-level security. However, it can be costly. On the other hand, road transportation may be a more cost-effective option, but it may not be as secure as air freight. Ultimately, the decision on the most reliable transportation mode for high-priority goods should be based on an assessment of the specific requirements of the shipment and the budget available.
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- Pablo González Consultor en Innovación y Tecnología para la Cadena de Suministro | Experto en Optimización de Costos | Top Voice LinkedIn
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Determining the most reliable mode of transport requires an analysis of several aspects:The point of origin and destination, delivery time, packaging, weight, type of goods (whether it is corrosive, hazardous material), total cost of the different alternatives. The key is to find a balance between cost and benefit, the delivery time must be studied in detail, often customers demand everything quickly and then the material remains in the warehouses for several days and the only thing the operator wanted was to resolve the withdrawal of a product quickly. To arrive very quickly at any cost is not the solution, there are exceptions, but as I mentioned before, the need must be studied in detail so as not to incur unnecessary costs.
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2 Evaluate the options
The next step is to evaluate the options available for transporting your high-priority goods. The main modes of transportation include road, rail, air, water, and intermodal. Road transportation is usually fast, flexible, and accessible but can be costly and limited by capacity. Rail transportation is cost-effective, safe, and environmentally friendly but can be slow and inflexible. Air transport is the fastest, most reliable, and most secure mode but also the most expensive. Water transportation is the cheapest, most scalable, and most environmentally friendly mode but also the slowest and least flexible. Intermodal transport offers the benefits of each mode but can also incur additional costs due to transfers or coordination.
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- Khaled Daher Railway Installation General Manager @ CAF | Smart cities management lecturer
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In my experience, I would choose rail transportation mood as it is safe, environmentally friendly cost-effective, for sure as much as we can choose this option if it will be available.
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Once the criteria are defined, transportation managers can proceed to evaluate the available transportation options based on their suitability for transporting high-priority goods. This evaluation process involves assessing the strengths and weaknesses of each transportation mode, such as trucking, rail, air freight, and ocean shipping, in relation to the defined criteria. Factors to consider may include transit speed, capacity, flexibility, accessibility, and service reliability. By thoroughly evaluating the options, transportation managers can identify the most suitable transportation mode or combination of modes that best meets the needs of transporting high-priority goods efficiently and reliably.
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- Juan Diego López González Depot Manager en ADER | Profesional del Sector de Transporte, Logística Dedicada y Supply Chain 🚚 | Dirección de Equipos | Coordinación de Operaciones y Flotas 💻 | Técnico Superior en Administración y Finanzas 📊
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El transporte por carretera suele ser más flexible y accesible que otros tipo de transporte. Dependiendo de la urgencia el transporte aéreo sería el ideal pero a un coste muchísimo mayor.
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- Arlindo Alves Especialista em tornar empresas maiores e melhores @ Trust Group | Mestrado em Direção Estratégica Empresarial
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O transporte ferroviário hoje é muito restrito para alguns segmentos, transporte aéreo tem flutuação e o uso compartilhado com aeronaves de uso doméstico que exige equilíbrio entre carga + bagagem + passageiro + combustível e nem sempre conseguimos embarque priorizado, se tratando de alto volume os cargueiros garantem maior exatidão no embarque, por outro lado há restrições de rotas. O maior volume de negócios que eu já vivi, foram as distribuições domésticas, importações diversas e o e-commerce, desta forma o emprego de carro dedicado e estratégia para fracionado assumindo os riscos conforme negócio são as mais utilizadas.
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3 Compare the alternatives
The final step in determining the best option for your high-priority goods is to compare the alternatives based on your criteria and rank them according to their reliability. You can employ a simple scoring system, such as assigning points or weights to each criterion and each mode, and then calculating the total score for each mode. Alternatively, you could use a more sophisticated decision-making tool, such as a decision matrix, SWOT analysis, or multi-criteria analysis. For instance, if your criteria are speed, cost, and safety, and your options are road, rail, and air, you could assign points as follows: Air (3 points) for speed, Rail (3 points) for cost, and Air (3 points) for safety. Then you could multiply the points by the weights of each criterion based on your preferences. For example, if you value speed more than cost and safety, you could assign weights as follows: Speed (0.5), Cost (0.25), Safety (0.25). The total score for each mode would be Air (2.25), Road (1.5), Rail (1.75). Therefore, the most reliable mode for your high-priority goods would be air, followed by rail and road.
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We can compare based on our budget first, materials should be delivered when (Speed)? reliability of the option.We may use a decision matrix.
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Compare each alternative to your predefined criteria.Consider the special needs of your high-priority goods.Analyze previous performance data and consumer feedback for each mode.Consider any external factors such as weather, geopolitical difficulties, or disruptions in transportation networks.
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After evaluating the options, transportation managers can then compare the alternatives against each other to determine which option offers the most advantages and aligns most closely with the defined criteria. This comparison may involve conducting cost-benefit analyses, assessing potential risks and trade-offs, and considering qualitative factors such as supplier capabilities, carrier reputation, and market dynamics. By weighing the pros and cons of each alternative in relation to the defined criteria, transportation managers can make a well-informed decision on the most reliable transportation mode for high-priority goods that optimizes both performance and cost-efficiency.
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Firstly i would say visualize the business Operations and check the Performance history using Analytical TM Fiori apps for Mode of transport, best carrier performance (Considering the criteria speed, cost, availability, on time ETA) and then conclude it based on the availability of budget. But nevertheless i would also say Air mode of transport is sometimes faster, lesser price, environment friendly. People think sometimes Air is expensive but its not everytime.
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Ainda acredito que obter a definição do seu negócio irá contribuir muito para a escolha, considerando o e-commerce, por exemplo, atuar com alguns players se faz necessário, estes player já possuem estratégia de rotas com o SLA definido, temos a Total Express, Brasspress, Mercado Livre e outros com emprego de aviões, veículos de consolidação e veículos pequenos para o first mile e last mile, muitas vezes no last mile o emprego de bicicletas e ou veículos particulares são estratégia do transportador e não do contratante, já que o custo para este segmento é um grande diferencial, assim como estrutura de follow up e capilaridade de entrega.
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In addition to the aforementioned steps, transportation managers should also consider other factors that may influence the reliability of transportation modes for high-priority goods. These may include geographical considerations, such as distance and terrain, infrastructure capabilities, such as port facilities and transportation networks, regulatory requirements, such as customs clearance procedures and import/export regulations, and external factors, such as weather conditions and geopolitical risks. By taking these additional considerations into account, transportation managers can further enhance their decision-making process and ensure the successful transportation of high-priority goods with maximum reliability and efficiency.
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Businesses should also ensure that no matter which method of transportation is selected as there preferred mode.They should also always have a BCP in place just in case things go wrong.
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