December is the most wonderful time of the year—but also one of the most complex for supply chains. As consumers decorate trees, fill carts, and wait for packages, logistics teams are racing against the clock behind the scenes to make it all happen.
From cross-border coordination to warehouse optimization, the holiday season pushes logistics operations to their limits—and that’s exactly when a smart strategy shines.
At PCR, we know that Christmas doesn’t arrive without logistics. Here’s how the industry works overtime to keep the holidays moving—and how PCR plays a key role in helping clients deliver joy on time
🎁 Demand Surge? We Were Ready Yesterday.
December isn’t just busier—it’s predictably chaotic. Across industries, shipping volumes can increase by 30 to 50 percent during Q4, especially for e-commerce, retail, and consumer goods.
This includes:
- High-volume orders from U.S. clients ahead of Christmas
- Increased demand for warehouse space and last-mile support
- Greater customs traffic at ports and border crossings
- A spike in reverse logistics post-Christmas
To stay ahead, PCR ramps up capacity in our Laredo and Nuevo Laredo facilities with advanced planning, extended staffing, and peak-season inventory strategies.
🕒 Every Minute Counts in December
Consumers expect fast, trackable deliveries—even across borders. That’s why warehouse location and transport planning are crucial in December.
Here’s how we reduce delays:
- Strategic warehousing within 10 minutes of the border
- FTL and LTL flexibility to optimize volume and urgency
- Customs paperwork pre-validation to avoid border slowdowns
- Live tracking and proactive alerts so clients can inform their customers
In seasonal logistics, losing 6 hours can mean losing 1,000 orders. With PCR, your freight keeps moving—even when others are stuck waiting.
🎄 What’s Inside Our Holiday Strategy
Peak season success depends on anticipating stress points before they happen. Here’s what PCR deploys behind the scenes:
✅ Pre-positioned Inventory
Clients can stage inventory closer to the border for faster fulfillment.
✅ Weekend and after-hours flexibility
We extend schedules for late-night shipments and weekend moves.
✅ Priority Handling for Fragile or High-Value Items
From electronics to specialty goods, our teams ensure sensitive cargo arrives safely.
✅ Return Logistics Infrastructure
Already preparing for January? So are we. Our reverse logistics system is ready before the gifts are even unwrapped.
🎅 The Unsung Heroes of the Holidays
While shoppers see lights, we see pallets. While kids wait for gifts, we’re clearing customs at 6 a.m.
This season, remember: behind every holiday miracle, there’s a supply chain that made it possible.
And behind many of those supply chains… is PCR.
📞 Contact PCR today
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🌐 Website: www.pcrinternational.com