Logistics service providers

Logistics service providers have developed into one of the world’s most successful sectors. What were originally haulage firms and carriers have evolved to become international third-party logistics providers. Thier activities includes both complex transport and warehousing networks and comprehensive logistics assignments in the fields of planning, order picking and shipping. As a cost factor within the supply chain, logistics providers are under pressure to sharpen up their process efficiency and offer customized solutions. The sector is being increasingly affected by infrastructure framework conditions, transport bottlenecks and growing environmental awareness.

Challenges in maintaining the competitiveness:

Globalization of transport chains
Mastering multi-modal transport concepts (road – rail – sea – air)
Green logistics, minimization of environmental impact in transport and warehousing logistics
Permanent cost and performance optimization as added value for customers
Transport planning and freight cost management
Provision of self-owned or rented real estate
Lean logistics methods for self-optimization and support of customer processes
Efficient supply chain management processes supported by adequate IT tools
Offer of versatile customer-oriented services such as shared operator models

Selected competencies and consultancy focus

Introduction of supply chain management strategies and processes
Support with invitations to tender and bidding processes
Transport network optimization and simulation
Design of multi-modal transport routes
Route optimization and tour planning
Warehousing and logistics optimization
Logistics outsourcing models
IT applications for warehousing, shipping and transport processes
Business development and coaching of medium-sized logistics service providers
Start-up support within the framework of new service contracts