Post by Scan Global Logistics

👇Below isn't just another warehouse image. It's where 500,000 USD in cost savings started for a leading German automotive manufacturer. Spare parts from multiple suppliers in China were arriving out of sync at the customer’s warehouse in Poland, causing production delays, rising costs, and missed sales. Recurring cargo damage further complicated the situation. A turnaround was needed. Together with the customer, we worked closely to break down the flow of goods and rebuild a solution customised to their needs: Simultaneous arrival of spare parts to ensure an uninterrupted and effective supply chain. This is what solved the challenges for the customer: • Developing a PO Management & Buyer’s Consolidation solution • Coordinating with suppliers to ensure that cargo was ready for pickup on schedule • Consolidated shipments at our CFS warehouse in Shanghai for weekly FCLs, including proper lashing, bracing, and dunnage to minimise damage during transit 10 years later, the solution has saved the customer an estimated 500,000 USD in costs through reduced damage and on-time delivery – and still counting. But the 500,000 USD is just the beginning. Over the years, we’ve helped secure additional savings by strategically planning the mix of dense and volumetric cargo, as well as potential extra cost savings from avoided lost sales, thanks to more efficient delivery and inventory management. If you ever wonder what exactly we mean by building solutions around our customers’ needs to best support their businesses, this is it.