Six Benefits of a Supply Chain Strategy
6 Benefits of a Supply Chain Strategy
A supply chain strategy is a plan that outlines how a company will manage its supply chain in order to achieve its business goals. Partnering with a managed transportation provider like Translogistics (TLI) can help a company improve its supply chain strategy and achieve several goals.
Here are five potential benefits of a supply chain strategy if you partner with a logistics solutions provider to manage your less-than-truckload (LTL) and truckload (TL) freight:
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Improved Efficiency and Cost SavingsList Item 1
A logistics solutions provider can help a company streamline its supply chain operations and reduce costs by identifying inefficiencies and implementing solutions to address them. For example, a logistics solutions provider can help a company consolidate its LTL shipments to fill entire truckloads, which can reduce transportation costs and improve delivery times.
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Increased Visibility and ControlList Item 2
Partnering with a logistics solutions provider can give a company greater visibility and control over its supply chain. A logistics solutions provider can provide real-time tracking and reporting on shipments, allowing a company to monitor the progress of its shipments and make any necessary adjustments to ensure that its supply chain remains on track. Utilizing a Transportation Management System (TMS) can hold carriers accountable.
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Flexibility and ScalabilityList Item 3
A logistics solutions provider can help a company increase its flexibility and scalability by providing access to a wide range of transportation options. This can allow a company to quickly and easily adjust its supply chain in response to changing customer demands or market conditions.
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Improved Customer ServiceList Item 4
Partnering with a logistics solutions provider can help a company improve its customer service by providing faster and more reliable delivery of goods. A logistics solutions provider can also help a company manage returns and handle any other customer service issues that may arise.
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Risk Management
A logistics solutions provider can help a company manage the risks associated with its supply chain, such as potential disruptions to the supply of raw materials or changes in customer demand. A logistics solutions provider can also provide insurance coverage and other risk management solutions to protect a company's supply chain.
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Carrier Sourcing
Having a managed transportation provider like Translogistics launch a custom less than truckload or truckload RFP can result in immediate savings for you as a shipper and provide you a carrier network structured around the lanes and accessorials you use most.
Overall, partnering with a logistics solutions provider can help a company improve its supply chain strategy and achieve a number of benefits, including increased efficiency and cost savings, improved visibility and control, flexibility and scalability, improved customer service, and better risk management.
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