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LOGISTICS STUDIES

Gain Strategic Insights into Your Supply Chain with Professional Logistics Studies

Turn Your Supply Chain Into An Engine For Growth

Are you experiencing increased instability in your supply chain? Have you noticed that political uncertainty, climate change, disruptive technologies, and the shift from offshoring to nearshoring impacts your supply chain operations?

It might be time to redesign your supply chains to make them more efficient, automated, robust, and customer-focused.

We’re here to help.

Many supply chain decision-makers struggle to plan and execute the needed projects to optimize supply chain networks and designs. The problem is the lack of resources and needed capabilities where decision-makers end-up with informal business processes, ad-hoc teams, sub-standard tools, applications, and spreadsheets.

 

We Make It Actionable

An actionable supply chain study project by our team of experienced consultants provides you with insights and recommendations that can be implemented to remove inefficiencies and reduce costs. We analyze existing supply chain processes and identify opportunities for optimization, help businesses implement the latest supply chain technologies, and identify the suppliers that ensure the timely delivery of quality goods and services. 

OUR SOLUTIONS

Customized According to Your Needs

Our team brings a wealth of experience and expertise to every engagement, and we work tirelessly to ensure our clients achieve their supply chain goals. Our experts will help you uncover the right balance between cost, investment, and service level while ensuring your logistics processes are optimized for success. Get the most out of your supply chain with customized logistics studies tailored to your needs.

Order-to-delivery Process Improvement

We can help you identify and eliminate inefficiencies in your order-to-delivery process and implement automated solutions to reduce the lead-time of each order in the process.

As-Is To-Be Study

Our experienced team can provide an in-depth analysis of the current state of your logistics network, spend, and processes along with a recommendation of needed improvement steps to get you to the next level. 

Most Optimal Location

Struggling to define the most optimal location for your distribution center? Let us help you to equip your decision making by taking into account factors such as transportation cost, proximity to supply, customer base, emissions, and more.

Warehouse Outsourcing

With our proven and repeatable approach we can help you to identify and implement the most cost-effective 3PL warehouse to store and dispatch your products to your price-sensitive clients worldwide.

Outbound Distribution Network Evaluation

Let us analyze your current network, if you are facing challenges with slow and expensive logistics, poor service levels, frequent disruptions, and declines in perfect order rates.

Commodity Code Review

Our team of logistics experts can help you to review and optimize your commodity codes. We can provide you with an analysis of your current codes, identify and build-up steps to optimize your commodity code structure, and realize potential savings.

Supply-side Optimization

Are you thinking about gaining more control over your supply chain? Get ahead of incoming deliveries by changing from D-terms to F-terms in your purchasing. With increased control you are more prepared for surprising events such as material shortages of your suppliers. You can decide what you pay for transporting the purchased goods and whether you need to decarbonize your deliveries.

Project Manager

You have a supply chain project but don’t know how to run it? We’re here to help. We can plan, organize, and execute the project within the set budget and schedules. We will oversee the project from start to finish engaging needed professionals from your organization and also from external stakeholders.

Freight RFQ project

With our well-established approach, we can run a freight RFQ on your behalf to improve the cost and service of LSPs carrying your goods. We align your requirements for the RFQ, select the contracted lanes and carriers, conduct an analysis to present you with different allocation scenarios for you to choose from, and prepare needed agreements with the selected carriers. We will also ensure that the selected carriers will be implemented in your operations.

STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4

Step 1: Lets Talk!

Contact our team to discuss your needs and get an estimate of the cost of the study.

Step 2: Data Gathering

We gather the data needed to conduct the study, including inventory, transportation, and warehousing information.

Step 3: We Conduct the Study

Our team will conduct the study and provide you with a detailed report of our findings and recommendations.

Step 4: Implement Recommendations

We can provide additional support to help you implement the recommendations and optimize your operations

FAQ

How much does it cost?

The study’s costs vary a lot depending on the scope and extent of the research work requested. Most of the studies are in the price range of 5000€ to 50 000€.

By outsourcing this work to our experienced professionals, you can rest assured that the study is being conducted by experts in the field, ensuring you get the most value out of your investment. By taking advantage of our expertise, you can save time and money compared to doing the work yourself – and in the end, you’ll have a better understanding of your logistics system and how to maximize efficiency and reduce costs.

The potential savings from a comprehensive logistics study far outweigh the initial investment for several reasons. A professional study provides a comprehensive overview of your current logistics system, allowing you to identify inefficiencies and pinpoint areas where you can save money. Additionally, our experts can provide you with valuable insights and recommendations to help you optimize your system, leading to improved operational efficiency and cost reduction. Finally, our experienced professionals can help you develop customized solutions to meet your specific needs, ensuring your logistics system is tailored for maximum efficiency and cost savings.

How long does a study normally take?

A logistics study typically takes anywhere from a few weeks to several months, depending on the complexity of the system and the amount of data available. Our team will work with you to develop a timeline that meets your needs.

What is a logistics study and why do I need one?

A logistics study is a comprehensive analysis of your supply chain, including everything from transportation to warehousing to inventory management. This type of study helps you identify inefficiencies and develop solutions to reduce costs and maximize efficiency, giving you a competitive edge.

What are the benefits of outsourcing my logistics study?

Outsourcing your logistics study to our team of experts can save you time and money compared to doing it yourself. We have the knowledge and experience to get the most out of your study, ensuring you get the best possible results.

The potential savings from a comprehensive logistics study far outweigh the initial investment for several reasons. A professional study provides a comprehensive overview of your current logistics system, allowing you to identify inefficiencies and pinpoint areas where you can save money. Additionally, our experts can provide you with valuable insights and recommendations to help you optimize your system, leading to improved operational efficiency and cost reduction. Finally, our experienced professionals can help you develop customized solutions to meet your specific needs, ensuring your logistics system is tailored for maximum efficiency and cost savings.

What kind of data do I need to provide for the study?

The data you provide for the study will depend on the scope of the project. Generally, we will need access to your current system, including inventory, transportation, and warehousing data.

Does the study have guarantee?

The study does have a guarantee; if the process is called to an end at the first step, the study will be free of charge.

The study consists of four steps:

Step 1 – Plan and Design (free)

Step 2 – Research and Analysis 

Step 3 – Implementation

Step 4 – Evaluation and Refinement

What kind of follow-up support do you offer?

We offer a variety of follow-up services, including ongoing support to help you implement the recommendations of the study, as well as additional studies to monitor the progress of your system. We can also provide customized solutions to help you optimize your system and maximize efficiency.

How will I receive the results of the study?

Once the study is complete, we will provide you with a detailed report that outlines our findings and recommendations. We can also provide additional support to help you implement the recommendations and optimize your system.

How can I be sure the study will meet my needs?

We have a team of experienced professionals who specialize in logistics studies. Our team will work with you to understand your needs and develop a customized study to meet those needs.

What does a typical logistics study include?

A typical logistics study includes an analysis of your current system, including transportation, warehousing, inventory management, and other areas. We also provide recommendations and insights to help you optimize your system and develop customized solutions to meet your specific needs.

What kind of expertise does your team have?

Our team includes experts in all areas of logistics, including transportation, warehousing, inventory management, and more. We also have years of experience in conducting logistics studies and providing tailored solutions to meet our client’s needs.

About Us

Our team of professionals have years of experience in logistics and supply chain management to meet our clients needs. Learn more about us and how we can help you unlock the potential of your logistics

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