Industry
Technology
Challenge
A manufacturer was experiencing rapid growth and needed assistance in daily Traffic Management. The manufacturer required cost-effective and reliable transportation solutions for inbound shipments, small package carriers, and highly sensitive assembled computer rack servers and data storage systems.
Results
In just over a year, Global Logistics, Inc. (GLI) revolutionized their supply chain, slashing freight costs by up to 60% while enhancing service reliability and speed. By optimizing carrier contracts, consolidating shipments, and securing $20,000 in transit refunds, GLI turned transportation from a costly bottleneck into a seamless, cost-effective operation. With expedited shipments delivered flawlessly—even under tight international deadlines—the manufacturing company gained the freedom to focus on scaling its business, confident their logistics were in expert hands.
Services
Managed Logistics, LTL, Parcel, Ocean, LTL Disputes
About The Client
A leading manufacturer providing rack-optimized computer servers, storage, and high-performance computing products directly to IT end users.The Situation
The manufacturer faced mounting logistical challenges as growth outpaced their internal Traffic Management capabilities. With inbound shipments arriving weekly from suppliers, including thousands of pounds of palletized freight, the company relied heavily on expedited carriers to maintain Just-In-Time inventory—a practice that was both costly and inefficient. Adding complexity, the transportation of their assembled computer servers required specialized handling to prevent damage, and international shipments demanded flawless execution to meet strict deadlines.
The Solution
Global Logistics, Inc. (GLI) conducted a comprehensive analysis of the manufacturer's supply chain, uncovering inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities across multiple areas. GLI implemented mode optimization for inbound shipments, selecting carriers that met service requirements at a fraction of the previous cost.
They renegotiated small package contracts and consolidated shipping operations to streamline workflows and improve cost efficiency. For the company’s highly sensitive shipments, GLI identified a new carrier capable of superior handling with air-ride suspension-equipped trucks, reducing vibration damage and freight costs by nearly 50%.
When the company faced a critical last-minute international order, GLI’s proactive tracking and issue resolution ensured timely delivery, turning a potential failure into a customer success story.
The Results
The collaboration between the manufacturer and GLI yielded impressive results, including:
- Cost Reduction: Achieved up to 60% savings on inbound freight and 22% on small package shipping.
- Guaranteed Refunds: Recovered $20,000 in transit guarantees and enforced carrier accountability to improve service reliability.
- Critical Deadline Success: Delivered a critical international shipment under tight timelines, recovering $8,000 in penalties for the carrier’s delays.
- Operational Focus: Freed up the company's internal team to focus on manufacturing logistics by taking over carrier dispatch, auditing, claims filing, and reporting.
- Future-Proof Supply Chain: Improved shipping reliability and eliminated bottlenecks, empowering the company to meet growing customer demands with confidence.
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