FREIGHT FORWARDING SERVICES IN SUPPLY CHAINS

Abstract

Introduction. In the totality of the ideas studied by scientists about the develop- ment of logistics supply chains, revealing their essential characteristics, the most important place is occupied by freight forwarding services (TEU). These services are associated with additional functions in relation to transportation, which are an integral part of the transportation process. Specialized freight forwarding activities, as a rule, are carried out on behalf and at the expense of the cargo owner when organizing the delivery of goods. The logistic (flow) form of organizing the distribution of goods revealed the need to expand the understanding of the nature of the require- ments for the quality of TEU. Materials and methods. The basis of the research is the concepts of the general theory of logistics, as well as special areas such as public and service logistics. The methodological tools used were analytical methods, including a system approach to the design of logistics chains, as well as methods of comparative analysis of various models of transport and forwarding activities. The study also used quantitative and qualitative analysis methods, which made it possible to assess the effectiveness of existing logistics systems and identify key factors influencing the optimization of delivery and distribution processes. The empirical base of the study includes data collected through secondary data from statistical reports and studies, which allowed for a comprehensive approach to the analysis of the problem under study. Research re- sults. This article shows the possibility of expanding the quality of TEU with the help of logistics and supply chain management. The supply chain unites a set of elements-links by economic flows and processes: manufacturers of goods (works, services), suppliers, intermediaries, for cooperation and effective management of the system of distribution of goods on the principles of business lo- gistics. The connectivity of supply chain participants largely depends on the level of organization of the TEU. Despite the fact that the coherence and balance of the activities of the supply chain participants is largely due to the need for an integrated approach to the organization of freight for- warding services, the real situation in this area requires significant improvement. Discussion and conclusion. The study focuses on an integrated approach to the organization of TEU in the supply chain. A set of tools aimed at improving the efficiency of TEU is considered. It is shown that lo- gistics tools in conjunction with the package organization of TEU contribute to the successful so- lution of transportation problems. Additional TEUs increase the value and efficiency of transporta- tion, create additional competitive advantages for each specific participant in the supply chain and the entire distribution system as a whole.