Furniture logistics
Distribution of merchandise like furniture, windows, doors etc is demanding processes with numerous stages, checkpoints and often across borders.
Consolidating and cross docking solutions offers less handling, improves predictability for delivery, few damages and delays.
We offer a transparent logistics process. The first scan/register happens when you place the order with your factory, we implement a professional scan and reporting system, serving you with efficient governance and control of your furniture logistics.
How to take control of the whole process
identify all stakeholders
create all scanning points
integration with all suppliers – an EDI system
all stakeholders receive their reports on their delivery with a clear overview of their area of responsibility
possibility of setting up reporting for daily fines to suppliers for missing or delayed deliveries
effective cross docking setups in intense production areas
fixed transport lines
smart transport solutions on the road or sea
one supplier from collection at the factory to deliver to store
transparent logistics setup in the supply chain provides good visibility, overview and control possibilities throughout the process
all stakeholders are identified; factories, suppliers, transporters
fixed scanning points throughout the process
reporting and control down to one single item, supplier
transparency of electronic traceability throughout the supply chain
predictability in delivery of goods for stores as well as end customers
electronic communication to store about expected delivery of goods
the store can further communicate electronically to its end customer
good customer service in several stages
faster delivery
fewer cars driving to stores
predictability about to deliveries to stores
good labelling, as well as electronic tracking from the first checkpoint/sender
clear overview allows discovering to discover faults or deficiencies in the supply chain and thus a good opportunity to optimise it
cross docking and consolidation program and fixed routines in intense production areas such as:
China
Lithuania
Italy
India
simplifies operation and control at all stages in the supply chain:
EDI - electronic control and updating of order data and invoicing
overview and control of changes and delays
enabling better, more reliable dialogue with end customers in relation to delivery
more volume at a carrier
consolidation and groupage shipment, cross docking
transparent supplier follow-up
daily fines for delays
optimisation of import costs, customs fees etc.
equipment
personnel
shortages
injuries
delivery precision
total lead times on the entire supply chain
split times broken up into sections
fixed set KPIs
number of orders
confirmation times
suppliers
terminals
deviation
factory supplies
delivery
transport time
deviation
reports are delivered monthly or weekly if wanted
unique single reports on requests
