Logistics Reviews

Many customers quite understandably find the logistics marketplace complicated, confusing and awash with industry jargon. They may have long standing supplier arrangements in place which seem to work reasonably well however they know it deserves a complete review. The problem is threefold. Firstly they really can't afford the time to carry out a professional review. Secondly, even if they had the time, they're not aware of what's available in the marketplace and which logistics providers might be worth contacting. Thirdly, as freight forwarders tend to quote in different formats with charges based on many variables such as per shipment, weight, volume and value, they find it very challenging to compare offers like for like with their current supplier.

This is where we can add real value, as we use our extensive market knowledge and professional processes to obtain detailed price and service comparisons which reveal real cost savings and service improvements. With our shared savings fee model, the logistics reviews also deliver net cash to the clients bottom line each month which we summarise in a detailed report.

The Review:

• We undertake a desk-top analysis of your current freight activity
• We place your business out to bid with quality providers
• We analyse all the responses and carry out a detailed comparison
• We present you with the results and options in a clear way
• We discuss the merits of the various proposals with you personally
• We co-ordinate and participate in the selection process
• We lead in the implementation of any new arrangements
• We audit all future freight invoices for accuracy and summarise all activity/spend in a detiailed monthly report
• We re-negotiate whenever your agreed rates expire and actively cost manage your traffic

Why use SCL?

• Realise a more efficient and sustainable logistics model with reduced costs and improved service levels
• Self-funded exercise, delivering net cash to the bottom line
• Innovative approach/ideas
• Up-to-date expert global market knowledge
• Independent perspective
• On-going support, advice and logistics expertise
• On-going cost control
• Growing influence in the marketplace provides leverage and a stronger negotiating position
• Highly complimentary customer testimonials