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Common carrier

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A public or private entity licensed to transport goods or people nationwide for a fee. Common carriers offer their services to the general public, unlike private carriers, which only transport a specific company's goods.

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Anchorage

In a supply chain, anchorage points are crucial for managing the flow of goods from suppliers to consumers. These points could be ports, airports, or warehouses. They act as storage...

AOG

See Aircraft on ground. ...

Apron

In a supply chain, the apron area serves as a crucial transitional zone for goods and is usually paved or hard-standing. In ports, the apron is near the berths where...

ASLRRA

See American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association. ...

Asset-based lending (ABL)

Asset-based lending (ABL) is a type of loan secured by a company's assets, which can include inventory, accounts receivable, equipment, or other property. In case of default, the lender has...

Association of American Railroads (AAR)

The AAR represents major freight railroads in the U. S. , Canada, and Mexico. It serves as a collective voice for its members in public policy and regulatory matters. The organization also...

ATA

See American Trucking Associations. ...

Automated Export System (AES)

The Automated Export System (AES) is a U. S. government system used for collecting export data. It's operated by the Census Bureau and enables the electronic filing of export information. AES...

Automated Manifest System (AMS)

The Automated Manifest System (AMS) is part of U. S. Customs and Border Protection's layered security approach. It allows early review of cargo information, improving the identification of high-risk shipments. Carriers...

Availability time

Availability time is a critical metric that encompasses the entire cycle from production to delivery. It includes manufacturing time, order processing, inventory availability, transit time, and supplier lead time.   Companies aim...