Improve your supply chain and your bottom line
Having a proper transportation plan in place can make or break your business. Managed transportation and supply chain optimization can help improve efficiencies, reduce costs, and enhance your overall performance. Learn about the signs that may mean a managed solution is right for you.
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5 key indicators that you may benefit from managed services
If you run into any or all of these 5 transportation issues, then managed may be a beneficial solution for you:
1. Your supply chain is complex
If your business operates in different regions of the country or involves multiple vendors and distributors, then you may benefit from managed transportation.
Managed transportation provides services like route optimization and works to streamline your logistics operations. This benefit can be extremely helpful in simplifying your supply chain and keeping you from losing track of loads.
2. Inefficient routing has become an issue
Another benefit of using managed transportation is the technology and expertise that come along with this solution. If you are currently struggling with route optimization, then you may be experiencing an inefficient process of vetting carriers, as well as the high costs associated with this issue. By choosing managed, you will be able to streamline your operations and gain access to vetted carriers. This will save you both time and money.
3. You have limited visibility into your supply chain
Because managed transportation acts as an extension of your transportation department, choosing this solution gives you access to all the benefits, including visibility and the tracking of your loads.
With managed transportation, you can track your loads in real time using advanced technologies. This can provide you with more control over your loads and improve your overall supply chain transparency.
4. Your transportation costs fluctuate
Because you are essentially outsourcing your transportation to a trusted provider with managed, you can gain access to better visibility into market trends, negotiated rates and overall strategy. This can help stabilize your transportation costs, leading to predictable rates and costs.
An example of this issue could be the seasonality of your product when you have a high-volume shipping period followed by a slower period. Managed transportation can help alleviate some of this seasonal demand pressure by optimizing your capacity and creating flexibility during your slower shipping periods.
5. You are looking for cost savings
Many people associate managed logistics with cost savings, and for good reason. As mentioned throughout these indicators, supply chain optimization is a huge benefit of managed. With this optimization often comes cost savings, which can put real money back in your pocket.
Managed teams can identify cost-saving opportunities and can streamline your transportation process. This solution also provides an opportunity to outsource some or all of your transportation personnel, saving you money and relieving your current employees from an overbearing workload.
Time to consult with an expert
Whether you’re on the fence about whether you need managed or you feel you meet the criteria but don’t know where to start, ArcBest is here to help. Contact our managed logistics team today to see if managed fits into your current supply chain and how you can benefit.
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