E-commerce · Cross Border
Freight and port exposure
Published · Reviewed by The Diligence Standard Team · Updated
Routes, modes, ports, carriers and seasonal capacity affect landed cost and lead time.
Records to reconcile
- Shipment history
- Freight invoices
- Port and carrier concentration
Warning signal
Forecasts rely on temporary low rates or one congested route.
Transaction impact
Margin, availability and working capital can change together.
Response
Stress rate and lead-time scenarios and identify viable alternatives.