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On WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, RXO, Inc. CEO Drew Wilkerson discusses the Coyote Logistics acquisition, merging tech platforms like RXO Connect & Bazooka, and the future of M&A in freight. https://lnkd.in/e7pbSTZs

Pool Point Solutions: Making Freight Forwarding Work for Retail    In retail, keeping shelves stocked is crucial. Pool point solutions provide a reliable system to meet customer needs and help businesses thrive. These solutions rely on key processes such as freight consolidation, deconsolidation and cross-docking to optimize supply chain efficiency, reduce costs and enhance delivery precision. The pool distribution process includes four steps and allows you to “pool” multiple shipments that are shipping to the same geographic region: Collection: Freight is gathered from suppliers or distribution centers and transported to a pool point.  Consolidation: Shipments are grouped based on their final delivery destinations.  Deconsolidation: Shipments are broken down into smaller loads for delivery.  Redistribution: Freight is dispatched using appropriately sized equipment to reach delivery points.    Pool distribution is a great alternative to traditional LTL models and perfect for time-sensitive deliveries. It keeps revenue flowing and is customizable and reliable.    The Role of Cross Docking  In many pool point solutions, a cross-docking service is integrated into the transportation process to facilitate freight consolidation or deconsolidation, which are critical for improving supply chain efficiency. A cross-dock operation can be implemented in almost any location.      Freight Consolidation  Freight consolidation combines smaller shipments from various origins into a single, larger shipment. This process is conducted at a consolidation center or cross dock to optimize transport by maximizing vehicle or container capacity.    Freight Deconsolidation  Freight deconsolidation is the reverse process of consolidation. A deconsolidated shipment is broken down into individual components for delivery to specific destinations. This occurs at deconsolidation centers, typically near final delivery zones.    Enhanced Pool Point Solutions    Providers offer enhanced solutions to ensure every aspect of a shipment is cared for. Some of these solutions include white glove delivery, a premium service designed for high-value, fragile or sensitive items that ensures careful handling and personalized service; retail store delivery,   which provides merchandise replenishment for retail locations and uses freight deconsolidation to optimize shipments; and last mile plus services, which combine freight forwarding and last mile services for end-to-end delivery solutions.    Pool point distribution integrates freight consolidation, deconsolidation and cross-docking to enhance supply chain efficiency. Superior pool point providers can also offer tailored solutions like white glove delivery, retail store delivery and last mile plus services to provide shippers with comprehensive, customer-focused logistics to meet diverse shipping needs. 

Hurricane Helene’s devastating impact on Western North Carolina left a trail of destruction and left countless communities grappling with loss and the urgent need for aid. While the immediate aftermath was marked by chaos, a powerful force emerged from the rubble: the unwavering spirit of community and the tireless efforts of numerous individuals and organizations working together to provide relief. RXO played a proud part in these efforts.