Independent Distributions Client Case Study

Challenge:

A client had made the decision to get out of owning & operating their own Distribution Center. To accomplish this, they required a team to navigate the market while managing their ever-expanding network of products, along with the many complications this brought with it.

Action:

The client engaged with Supply Chain Solutions to address & remedy their issues. This resolution included a comprehensive assessment, consisting of an analysis on current operations and key areas of improvement. Another critical focus was the both rationalization and consolidation of all supplies and planning procedures.

Result:

This plan resulted in an overall lowering of both lead and response times, inventory costs, as well as an uptick in supplier performance and greater visibility at all levels of the company.

Benefits:

• Improved forecasting resulted in a 30% reduction in costs, opening up funds for reallocation.

• Communication enhancements contributed to a 20% increase in supplier performance.

• The Visibility platform let the team identify and prevent disruptions more often and reliably.

Lesson Learned: 

Tailored solutions and leveraging expert guidance can lead to an optimized supply chain, improved technology, and a competitive edge in demanding markets.