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Tips to Safeguard Against Cargo Theft

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According to the National Cargo Security Council (NCSC), cargo loss has a global financial impact of approximately $50 billion per year. Cargo theft is a serious problem for businesses all around the world. Examples include groupage operators, freight companies, and FCL storage yards.

While technology evolves and security measures improve, thieves become more cunning. Here is Trans 1 Industries‘ best advice for ensuring the safety of your supply chain.

  • Don’t Reveal the Location of Your Cargo
    Thieves may be able to target you more easily if you inform people where you are going. Keep your drop-off points as hidden as possible. Make sure your employees understand the importance of distribution privacy.
  • Use Padlocks
    Padlocks on your trailer doors or reefer trucks, despite their apparent simplicity and low-tech nature, will greatly reduce cargo theft. A satellite-controlled locking pin will be useful.
  • Conduct an Internal Distribution Center Audit
    Internal theft is a major issue for distributors, thus having proper surveillance systems is critical. You can keep track of cargo and ensure it isn’t stolen by investigating both staff and inventories.
  • Park Safely
    Container shipping companies must promote safe parking habits and ensure that drivers understand where they are permitted to stop for breaks. Companies must be aware of safe rest stops and ensure that their drivers are also aware of these locations.
  • Build Alliances and Partnerships
    By collaborating with other businesses and security agencies, you will increase your chances of remaining current on the latest cargo theft prevention measures.

Our trucking company in Arizona protects the safety of your commodities by implementing strong standards for parking and drop-off procedures to prevent cargo theft.

You may rely on us the next time you require trucking services in Tempe, Arizona.

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