Logistic Services

1. What is Logistics Service? Definition of Logistics

When hearing about Logistics, many of you will simply understand that Logistics is the process of transporting goods of a business. But it is not that simple, Logistics is broader than what you think.

Logistics is understood as a process or a part operating in the supply chain of goods. This supply chain will start from the stage of importing raw materials, production, appraisal to the final stage of distributing goods to users. Logistics performs the task of planning, implementing and supervising the process of transporting goods.

So the concept of Logistics service is defined as a commercial activity in which the trader will organize to perform one or more tasks including receiving goods, transporting, storing, storing, doing customs procedures and many other paperwork procedures. In addition, there is also customer consulting, packaging, marking, delivery or other services related to goods to receive remuneration according to the agreement with the customer.

2. What does Logistics service include?

Logistics services include the following types:

• Cargo loading and unloading services:

For basic cargo loading and unloading services. The service provider will help you pack the goods onto vehicles, containers, etc. and unload the goods from the container and put them in the warehouse.

• Warehouse services:

This is a service that will help you pack the goods before loading them onto containers, padding the goods to ensure that the goods are not broken. Some items will be packed in wooden crates. In addition to storing the goods for you, the service provider will also provide you with a warehouse for you to rent.

• Domestic transportation:

After packing and loading, the goods will be shipped according to your request. You can request to ship domestically or to seaports and airports.

• Customs declaration:

This is an indispensable service in logistics services. Not everyone is familiar with customs declaration and procedures to prepare for import and export. Fortunately, logistics service providers can do this for you.

• Book freight, charter a ship:

The service provider will help you contact and book a place on the ship for your goods and send them to overseas locations.

• Import and export customs clearance:

This is the most suitable service for import and export of goods. After your goods are imported, you will be required to complete customs declaration procedures at the destination port, then you can bring the goods to the warehouse.

• Delivery:

For more convenience and to avoid wasting time, the delivery service of logistics units will deliver your goods to the exact location you want. Just ask.

3. Related Logistics service groups

In addition to the basic jobs I mentioned above, there are many other accompanying services related to Logistics such as:

• Entrusted import-export services
• Consulting on import-export procedures
• Applying for a license to declare for food, beverages, and cosmetics
• Applying for a certificate of plant and animal quarantine
• Applying for a certificate of origin (C/O)
• Consulting on labeling goods
• Looking up HS codes
• Providing price consultation
• Analyzing and classifying goods

These services will be more specific and suitable for different industries. Basically, these services are available in businesses that have switched to Logistics, so if you have a need, they will do it for you.

Although they are only logistics-related services, you absolutely need them to be able to successfully export and import.

In particular, consulting services will be most necessary for manufacturing businesses that do not have a Logistics department. or the Logistics department is weak and ineffective.