Logistics
Assistance on Logistics Management to improve service and value
Logistics can sometimes be an area of the business that suffers from neglect. Yet, get this process wrong, and it can be costly to the business in several ways.
Having the correct processes in place to source and stock raw materials can reduce costs in terms of storage space and losses in wastage.
Getting your products to the customer at the right time and in the proper condition is also crucial to your reputation. Remember as well that the contact your customer has with your logistics team is very often the most frequent interaction and will form a huge part of your customers’ perception of your business.
ARE YOUR LOGISTICS SOLUTIONS RELIABLE AND EFFICIENT?
Focusing on the efficiency of your logistics operation will produce savings and help cement a positive customer relationship.
Reliability in the delivery process is key, especially in the FMCG arena where deliveries can take place daily. It is one of the main causes of lost contracts or, at the very least, damaged customer relationships.
Looking at the opportunities in outsourcing supplies to third parties can also provide substantial cost savings by, for example, sharing space with other companies or sharing backhaul benefits.
CASE STUDY
By two food manufacturing companies working collaboratively, a saving of £173k per annum was achieved which was shared equally.