frequently asked questions
1. what is alliancebee?
alliancebee is an entirely new idea in logistics. it is a shipping alliance comprised of a multitude of network partners and shipping organizations with focus in each area of the supply chain resulting in the creation of the alliancebee apiary network.
2. what is the apiary network?
much like a beekeeper, alliancebee is responsible for the development and maintenance of its ecosystem.
this ecosystem is composed of a broad and deep network of partners and organizations that handle each and every facet of the supply chain from international cargo management to domestic warehousing and final mile delivery.
3. is alliancebee a freight forwarder, nvo, or shipping association?
no. alliancebee is not a licensed cargo owner, freight forwarder, transportation provider, or shipping association.
while each of these respective categories of licensed organization exist in the alliancebee apiary network, alliancebee is a shipping alliance that holds only relevant operating authorities to maintain compliance and allow transparent and fluid coordination between our members and apiary network partners.
4. so what exactly can alliancebee do for my organization?
short answer: it depends on your needs!
struggling to allocate an effective warehousing partner in specific areas of the US? alliancebee can source organizations from our apiary network to facilitate and implement your project.
issues with waste management and unnecessary labor/overhead costs? alliancebee can provide consultative services to assist with defect management and quality program initiatives.
or perhaps you're simply looking to insulate your supply chain with more providers to source additional capacity and leverage cost savings through a plug and play model?
alliancebee has a membership and service selection with specific benefits and a la carte options available to fulfill any member's needs.
5. wait...what do you mean service selection?
that's the elegance and simplicity of the abi model. any need your organization faces can be consigned to a membership and subcategory of service.
each service (queenbee, technobee, professionalbee) addresses a certain aspect of your supply chain. each membership has subcategories of service that can be selected by a prospective member.
think of it as selecting a meal...just because you are ordering from a dinner menu does not mean you must eat every item on the menu. you can select a single entrée that best satisfies your needs. alliancebee follows a similar principal, but is focused on the supply chain.
6. can you provide customs entry and trade compliance services?
yes, alliancebee can discuss your specific needs and align your organization with one of our licensed customs brokers inside our apiary network to source a solution for your entry and trade compliance requirements.
7. what technology solutions do you offer?
the abi technobee membership is focused on technology solutions and systematic workflow development. for more information regarding this model and how your organization can benefit, reach out to an abi representative today!
8. ok, this sounds great...but how much is this going to cost me?
abi has a proprietary formula for each membership selection that provides our members with an absolute cost that is based on data and facts rather than conjecture and estimates. no complex proposals or elaborate work statements; just simple and accountable pricing.