New entrant 4D Logistics - maximising efficiencies to reduce supply chain costs
Given the absolute focus of management's joint experience in Logistics management and consulting, 4D Logistics is poised to grow to become a substantial player in the Logistics industry in South Africa.
4D Logistics has also set up offices in Lusaka, Zambia with local ownership. Searching for new horizons, keen to enter the market in every facet, 4D Logistics has entered the Logistics arena with force.
At 4D Logistics, clients can get professional, friendly advice regarding all matters involving supply chain management. The right advice and inspiration from expert consultants combine to turn all logistics hardships into a pleasurable one. Large enough to handle major manufacturers and yet focused on individual customer care, 4D believes that we can revitalise this flagging industry.
Driven in part by the increasing footprint provided by the growing needs, the burgeoning demand for timeous delivery of quality products, transporting of goods has become a crucial element of the business cycle.
The transportation industry has become quite volatile with increased competition, overcapacity, and a shaky economy creating tension in the marketplace. For buyers of Transportation, these factors have also created opportunities as companies strive to maximize savings opportunities across the various transportation modes, including truckload, intermodal, LTL and rail.
Each of these modes has varying levels of complexity; however, the key underlying drivers of successful transportation sourcing revolve around cutting costs while maintaining critical service levels. It is only with robust lane-level baseline data and advanced analytical capabilities that companies can maximize savings opportunities.
Our Solution
Our Solution utilizes advanced sourcing practices, best-in-class technology and tools, and our deep expertise in sourcing transportation. A key component of this solution is an online RFP solution which was developed specifically for transportation sourcing. This tool, coupled with over 25 years of experience developing baseline shipment databases with customers, managing rate benchmark data and implementing best practices, ensure client's sourcing efforts are accurate, effective and efficient.
For more complex modes, we offer a customized optimization tool that allows clients to examine the overall savings landscape and then focus on the best scenarios that strike an optimal balance between savings and business requirements. The result: significant sourcing savings, improved service delivery and sustained benefits through improved baseline shipment information.
