The transportation of cargo between continents requires, besides experience and knowledge, many contacts inside and outside the country. Having the support of a freight forwarder can be decisive for the task of exporting or importing goods. This is because it is the most qualified professional to supply with efficiency and quality any need of its clients with regard to simplifying import and export routines, be it maritime, air, road or rail. Check out five reasons why your company should hire a freight forwarder!

1. Modal analysis: the cargo agent is the person best able to identify the best modalities, that is, to define the type of transport that is most appropriate for each cargo and the reality of each region – both in the country of destination and in the country of origin. In addition, it is able to define what is most cost-effective for the operation and organization;

2. Survey of all necessary licenses and necessary documentation: cargo agents are professionals specialized in the analysis and issuance of documents related to the entry and exit of their products from one country to another, accompanied by the competent bodies;

3. Customized plan for cargo handling: a cargo agent can draw up a customized plan, according to the expectations of each business, always seeking the best solutions for the lowest cost delivery;

4. Reduces operating costs and maintains staff focus: hiring a skilled professional reduces company costs because it avoids problems with fines for non-compliance with unnecessary obligations and per diems. In addition to keeping employees focused on the core business;

5. Negotiation of insurance of transport of merchandise: The contracting of insurance is obligatory when the merchandise will be transported within Brazil. However, in operations involving foreign trade, insurance is contracted based on the modes of transportation to be used. Nothing better than having the help of those who understand to carry out bureaucratic tasks, such as this one.