Logistics & Distribution
Managing logistics and distribution well balances availability, service level, speed and cost.
Logistics and distribution systems must manage the flow of products continuously, from storage to delivery to the customer, while coping with changes in demand, delivery times and operating costs. We examine the system end to end, identify gaps and improve inventory, warehouse and distribution management.
The sector up close
Relevant challenges5
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Demand volatility
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Excess or missing inventory
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Long or unstable delivery times
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Warehouse and distribution point network
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Storage, transport and distribution costs
Key metrics5
Delivery times
Service level and OTD
Inventory levels and working capital
Storage and logistics costs
Warehouse and distribution resource utilization
What makes us different4
Examining the system end to end
Combining data analysis and quantitative models
Testing alternatives for inventory, warehouses and distribution
Balancing cost, availability and service level
Organizations we have worked with in this sector
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