List of Logistics and Supply Chain Management Companies
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First of all thank you for trusting our professional cargo assistance since our inception in 1999. What I began as a one man show 20 years ago in Kerobokan - Bali, Today, Bayus Cargo Bali is amongst the leader in Indonesia’s freight forwarding industry. We have helped millions of people to securely deliver v ... read more about Bayus Cargo
"THEFT BE WARNED"Marion Orr< $25/hr2 - 91999Denpasar, Indonesia -
Corlett Express Trucking was founded in June, 2000 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Starting out with just two tractors, four trailers, and four employees, we have since expanded and now have terminals located throughout the state — along with the ability to provide fast, safe, and damage-free service to even the mo ... read more about Corlett Express Trucking
"Avoid this shipper"kevin bisiar$25 - $49/hr10 - 492000Salt Lake City, Utah -
Planet Express Transport is a Trucking and Logistics Company based in Surrey, BC. We are strategically located within minutes from US Border, Ocean Ports, Ferry Terminals, and Vancouver International Airport.
"Rear ended by driver at above highway speeds destroyed my career and lifestyle"Chris Hargrave, Mechanic at Budget Brake & Muffler Auto Centres< $25/hr2 - 9Surrey, Canada -
Interstar Transportation Services, Inc. specializes in providing freight shipping solutions whenever and wherever you need them. As an independent Landstar agency, we have access to one of the largest logistics networks in the industry, which means your business has access to this vast network too. We are committed ... read more about Independent Landstar Agent
"TONU"Elmer Yoder$200 - $300/hr1,000 - 9,9991988Birmingham, Alabama -
FREJA Transport & Logistics - logistics solutions for a world in motion! “Maintaining quality is the key factor. You’ve got to keep to your agreements, be open, honest and constantly comply with your customers’ wishes.” These words spoken by the founder of FREJA 35 years ago still form the b ... read more about FREJA Transport & Logistics
"Very bad company the worste in many years of profession"Maurizio Cosimo Ortuso, TEACHER at Stockholms stad$50 - $99/hr50 - 2491985Aarhus, Denmark -
LogisticGuru Pvt. Ltd. is a leading Logistics company caters instant Online Transportation & packing and moving Services to move the Goods/Vehicle at your destination with the high quality of shipment at competitive remuneration. Our goal to deliver both part load and full load solutions of your consignment across ... read more about LogisticGuru Limited
"Pathetic, unprofessional, poor sense of customer service, sense of responsibility "Yudhishthir Bhojwani, Owner at Disha Textech$25 - $49/hr50 - 2492017Noida, India -
DPX logistics is a logistics service company. by providing a comprehensive service Worldwide international air express Through world-class standard shipping agents such as DHL TNT and TOLL Global Express, domestic express delivery, door-to-door and fulfillment services for various businesses. Wi ... read more about DPX Logistics
"Worst service experience & rude staff. Pathetic service, doesn’t know how to talk to customers"M. Asadullah Khan, CEO & Founder at Craftsmen ExportsNA50 - 249Bangkok, Thailand -
At Dover Hamilton Limited you will find experienced customs agents. Our customs brokerage agency in London, UK, practices customs brokerage services, primarily for small and medium-sized business clients.Personal service and availability are the strongest assets of our firm and its personnel. The firm prides itself on ... read more about Dover Hamilton
"Not recommended"Manuela Roman, Store Manager at Costa Coffee$50 - $99/hr10 - 49London, United Kingdom -
ONS Logistics India Pvt Ltd is an International Freight Forwarding and Custom House Agent with a worldwide network of representatives and alliances. We provide general and specialized logistic services utilizing air, sea, and land transportation to suppliers from virtually anywhere in the world. Our company is ... read more about ONS Logistics India Pvt Ltd
"Seamless Transition and Efficient Logistics Collaboration."Shivam Tiwari, Transportation Supervisor at Hind Carriers Private LimitedNA2 - 92005Ludhiana, India -
Outsource your commercial warehousing and freight management services to FMi Logistics. We are Canada’s most trusted logistics partner. Do you need real-time reporting and on-time delivery? Do you want to reduce your costs and increase your profits? Gain peace-of-mind with our reliable service. FMi will ... read more about FMi Logistics
< $25/hr10 - 491996Calgary, Canada -
We provide smart solutions for Business Transformation in the area of manufacturing, supply chain, sales & Infrastructure services. Our solutions offer Digital Enterprise, Industrial IoT, Data Science & Analytics to clients worldwide. The Result: Process efficiency & Real-time a ... read more about eCubix
$50 - $99/hr50 - 2492006Ahmedabad, India -
Chain Logistics Services is a team of dedicated professionals having distinct experience in Maritime, supply chain and logistics industries. It has been our constant endeavour to provide first class, highly competitive services to our clients. By monitoring and responding to our client’s needs, Chain Logistics ... read more about Chain Logistics Services
< $25/hr2 - 92011London, United Kingdom -
Leading organisations with warehouse or transport operations rely on CALIDUS Total Logistics to provide complete supply chain visibility and competitive advantage. Our best-of-breed logistics software is used to support logistics operations ranging in size and complexity from single site operations throu ... read more about OBS Logistics
< $25/hr50 - 2491999London, United Kingdom -
Our Company makes business flow. As one of the India’s leading non-asset- based supply chain management companies, we design and implement industry-leading solutions in both freight management and contract logistics. Over 200 plus of dedicated employees, working in various regional clusters around the globe, deli ... read more about ACCESS WAREHOUSING
< $25/hr2 - 9Bengaluru, India -
This is ETA's LinkedIn page for customers, suppliers and supporters. At ETA we believe in more effective ways to serve our customers; we provide unique tailor made solutions to streamline customers freight and supply chains. To find out more, please visit our website or get in touch with our team for a chat to see ... read more about ETA LOGISTICS
< $25/hr10 - 492012London, United Kingdom -
Glaucus Supply Chain Solutions has been founded by a team with exhaustive experience of supply chain solutions, advisory, warehouse design and technology product development. Our vision is to be the preferred supply chain management partner for small and mid-sized companies focusing on trading, retail & wholesale d ... read more about Glaucus
$50 - $99/hr50 - 2492015Delhi, India -
Om Trans is one of India's innovative logistics companies that are aimed at delivering world class logistics services to their clients. We offer real solutions and we fulfill, what we commit. To be leader in offering superior, superlative services in global logistics conductive environment. Extending excellence ... read more about OmTrans Logistics Ltd
$25 - $49/hr2 - 9Delhi, India -
Wheelindia SCM Solutions Pvt. Ltd. was established in the year 1995. We have a large network of offices spread across 12 major cities around the country including Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Chandigarh, Ludhiana, Indore, Hyderabad, Noida and Alwar. We are empowered by a talented and enthusiastic pool of Direct a ... read more about Wheel India
$50 - $99/hr50 - 2491998Delhi, India -
Archway is a leading provider of marketing logistics, fulfillment services and supply chain management solutions. We help brands achieve greater return on marketing execution and product distribution with tailored solutions that drive financial efficiencies, grow revenue and increase profitability.
$100 - $149/hr250 - 9991952Calgary, Canada -
MTE offers 3PL and contract warehousing in Edmonton and Calgary, providing short- and long-term warehouse storage, order fulfillment and distribution. With almost 2 million sq. ft of space, 20+ rail doors and 200+ dock doors between our 9 Edmonton & Calgary warehouse facilities, we can handle any volume. MTE Logist ... read more about MTE Logistix
$50 - $99/hr50 - 2491925Calgary, Canada -
B2B Logistics is a leading Indian logistics and freight forwarding company. Established in 2014, the organization leverages the 20+ years of experience and technical know-how of its founders’ to offer cutting-edge logistics solutions for clients across domains. Since inception, the company has rapidly expanded it ... read more about B2B Logistics
< $25/hr2 - 92014Mumbai, India -
As a 3PL partner that is trusted by clients in the retail, e-commerce, technology, and healthcare sectors, SCI provides end-to-end supply chain solutions that improve their clients’ business results and customer satisfaction. SCI operates the most extensive national distribution and transportation network in the ... read more about SCI
$100 - $149/hr250 - 999Toronto, Canada -
FSC is one of India’s largest organised third-party supply chain and logistics service provider. We offer automated and IT-enabled warehousing, distribution and other logistics solutions to a wide range of customers. Our service offerings, warehousing structure, pan-India distribution network, “hub-and-s ... read more about Future Supply Chain Solutions
$100 - $149/hr1,000 - 9,9992007Mumbai, India -
Mactrans logistics offers new logistics strategies, hands-on operations experience and access to the resources that meet our client’s needs. We provide the insight required to get the most out of our clients’ supply chains. Our group of dedicated transportation experts have carrier and distribution experien ... read more about Mactrans Logistics
< $25/hr10 - 492008Toronto, Canada -
Mahindra Logistics Limited (MLL) is a portfolio company of Mahindra Partners, the USD 1 billion private equity division of the USD 20.7 billion Mahindra Group. At MLL we provide integrated third party supply chain and people transport solutions, to companies across a diverse cross section of industries. We specialise i ... read more about Mahindra Logistics
$300+/hr10000+2007Mumbai, India -
Keele Warehousing is a provider of third party supply chain solutions. Our full-service warehousing, distribution and transportation solutions enable us to offer you a value-added partnership based on economies of scale. This quickly translates into greater efficiencies and reduced costs for you and your customers. The ... read more about Keele Warehousing & Logistics
< $25/hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada -
The Metro Supply Chain Group of Companies is the largest Canadian owned provider of third party logistics (3PL) across Canada. Its services are rapidly expanding into to the United States and the United Kingdom with nearly 1,000 new team members in the last year alone. We maintain our small business roots with a flat o ... read more about Metro Supply Chain Group
$50 - $99/hr50 - 2491974Concord, Canada -
Hybrid Logistics Solutions is a privately owned logistics provider, with a team with more than 20 years of experience, we provide Ltl, FTL and Expedited transportation to our customers in Mexico, USA and Canada. At Hybrid we deliver solutions that are anchored in both experience and proven methodologies so your interna ... read more about Hybrid Logistics
< $25/hr10 - 492013Toronto, Canada -
LIDD is a leading supply chain consulting firm that helps companies build world-class facilities and structure their operations to respond to market demands. Founded in 2009, we work across North America and Asia, with offices in Montreal, Toronto, Los Angeles and Seoul. Our team of consultants, analysts, designers, br ... read more about LIDD
< $25/hr10 - 492009Montreal, Canada -
SK Logistics is a one stop solution for all your pharmaceutical warehousing, transportation and repackaging needs. We operate under the legacy of the SK Group, that has been a key player in the pharmaceutical industry since 1932. SK Logistics has a range of established warehouses in Maharashtra and plans are underwa ... read more about SK Logistics
$25 - $49/hr50 - 2492009Mumbai, India -
JUSDA is the only authorized supply chain management platform service company of Foxconn Technology Group and has accumulated nearly 20 years of experience in lean supply chain management, focusing on end-to-end supply chain integration in the whole process for manufacturing industry ,upstream from raw material to fini ... read more about JUSDA Supply Chain Management
$100 - $149/hr1,000 - 9,9992014Chennai, India -
Agility’s story parallels the rise of emerging markets in the global economy. The company got its start as a local warehousing provider in Kuwait and grew to become the largest logistics company in the Middle East. It acquired more than 40 logistics brands around the world, some in business since the mid-1800s. A ... read more about Agility
< $25/hr10000+1979London, United Kingdom -
Since our founding in 1983, so much has changed in the realm of supply chain technology But one thing has remained consistent across industries, geographies, and decades — by transforming their supply chains, good organizations can become great. Our solutions and services create clarity out of operational com ... read more about Tecsys
$100 - $149/hr250 - 9991983Montreal, Canada -
At ProConnect, part of USD 6.5 billion Redington Group, we provide end-to-end supply chain solutions to over 160 leading brands across Industry verticals. As a warehousing and supply chain specialist we offer a lot more than just the ability to support your business operations with a well-planned and sophisticated c ... read more about ProConnect Supply Chain
$150 - $199/hr1,000 - 9,9992012Chennai, India -
KD Services is a Third-Party Logistics Provider specializing in contract packaging and fulfillment services. We are GMP compliant and ISO9001:2015 certified. Since 1995, we have established ourselves among our clients as an integral link of their value chain. We operate in the consumer goods market and we specialize in ... read more about KD Services
< $25/hr10 - 491995Montreal, Canada -
TVS Supply Chain Solutions Limited (Formally known as TVS Logistics Services Limited) is part of the TVS Group, one of the country’s most respected business groups with a turnover of more than US $8.5 billion. TVS Supply Chain Solutions Limited (TVS SCS) with a legacy of 100 years was started as a business unit o ... read more about TVS Supply Chain Solutions Limited
$300+/hr10000+2004Chennai, India -
GCS are one of the leading independent express and overnight road service providers, operating exclusively between the UK and Ireland. Our LinkedIn page provides access to developments in our Irish, Technical Logistics, global freight and eCommerce services. It will also provide a conduit to relevant supply chain news ... read more about GCS
< $25/hr50 - 2492004London, United Kingdom -
PMC Transport is a leading supplier of transport and logistics solutions in Montreal, Canada. Serving more than 180 countries, with an international network of partners and agents, we are a truly global player that offers freight forwarding worldwide.
< $25/hr2 - 9Montreal, Canada -
The new face of forwarding since 1974 Since our founding in 1974 Unsworth has been embracing change by evolving to meet challenges and turning them into opportunities for our clients, exploring new technology to unload ships after the introduction of containerisation, launching our leading consolidation services whe ... read more about Unsworth
< $25/hr50 - 2491974London, United Kingdom -
H&S is the only Supply chain service provider in the country to offer 3.5 PL services and flexible warehouse spacing. H&S, headquartered in India with Development Centres in European Union, was born out of a dream - A dream to revolutionize the logistics and supply chain industry in India. Driven by passion and ... read more about H&S Supply Chain Services
$100 - $149/hr50 - 2492015Chennai, India -
Our mission is to offer you logistic services, solutions and support of the highest calibre to improve your company’s efficiency and accelerate its growth. No matter the challenge, we’ll do whatever it takes to make sure your entire 3PL experience is not only a profitable one, but an enjoyable one as well! ... read more about 3DM Group
< $25/hr10 - 491990Montreal, Canada -
The Supply Chain Consulting Group is the new name for Gideon Hillman Consulting and Go Supply Chain Consulting which merged in 2018 and is established as one of the leading, UK based, Supply Chain and Logistics Consultancies operating in the UK, Europe, Asia, Africa and the USA. The Supply Chain Consulting Group tea ... read more about The Supply Chain Consulting Group
< $25/hr10 - 492018London, United Kingdom -
Ray-Mont Logistics is your "one-stop shop"​ for all of your logistics needs; whether it is through our terminal logistics group for all loading, storage, packaging and local transportation activities or through our international logistics group for all your freight forwarding and container cargo business. R ... read more about Ray-Mont Logistics
$50 - $99/hr50 - 2491992Montreal, Canada -
Paradise Logistics is a Global Logistics provider covering all aspects of the Supply Chain from Ocean/ Air Freight forwarding, Customs Brokerage, Warehousing, Trucking etc. For over 10 years, we have devoted our work to each of our customers, and have successfully helped reduce surplus inventory, increased order visibi ... read more about Paradise Logistics
$25 - $49/hr2 - 92018Ahmedabad, India -
The logistics company that help their customers to be more profitable by managing the ‘bit in the middle’… From the day Ann and I started Century Logistics, the focus has always been to develop services in partnership with our customers. And as we’ve grown we continually do just that. We& ... read more about Century Logistics
< $25/hr50 - 2491997London, United Kingdom -
The foundation of the business consists of services such as International Freight Forwarding (by air or ocean), Contract Logistics (such as Warehousing), and Transportation (such as trucking). These services can act as standalone products or as part of our broader offering as a supply chain provider. With the core supp ... read more about Yusen Logistics
$25 - $49/hr10 - 491988Toronto, Canada -
PiVAL International Inc. is an "end to end"​ logistics and supply chain management company offering a full menu of logistics solutions specializing in warehousing, and customized transportation solutions including contract distribution management and time sensitive Expedited (ground & air), FT ... read more about PiVAL International
$50 - $99/hr50 - 2492003Montreal, Canada -
Walker Logistics is a family owned UK and European outsourced solutions provider based in Berkshire. We offer a tailored service across a multitude of markets to include warehousing, fulfilment, distribution, re-work and complete supply chain management that is specific to individual customer requirements and ... read more about Walker Logistics
< $25/hr50 - 2491999London, United Kingdom -
Welcome to the dynamic world of Shuban Global, one stop destination for all your Sourcing and Logistics related needs. We are among the noted Sourcing Service providers, incepted in India. Our authentic and trusted services have helped us to achieve an unrivalled name for ourselves. SHUBAN is one of the name of Shri ... read more about Shuban Global
$25 - $49/hr10 - 492011Ahmedabad, India -
We are a Customer Focused – Committed and Technology driven Warehousing - Logistics & Solutions Provider Company in India. We have Won a strong backing by Trusted Clientele. Getting Operating over 40+ Cities - Covering 14+ States of India, along with 125+ Vehicles, as a Premium Express Distribution Company ... read more about Relay Express
$50 - $99/hr50 - 2492012Ahmedabad, India -
We’ve always aspired to be the Best and now we are. We’re so confident in our supply chain, our people and our service that we can truly live up to our name; The Best Food Logistics company. Our people are what make us the best. We take the greatest care to commit to our vision and values with each interact ... read more about Best Food Logistics
< $25/hr1,000 - 9,999Manchester, United Kingdom
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Get a Personalized ShortlistWhat is Supply Chain Management?
The supply chain is the complete process of sourcing the raw elements required to create goods, its production to delivering said products or services to customers.
The goal of having an efficient supply chain management system is to improve the performance of the supply chain system. An accurate supply chain information enables manufacturers to manufacture and distribute the exact amount of merchandise required by customers. Supply chain systems aid manufacturers and retailers to manage excess inventory, which in turn reduces the cost of manufacturing, shipping, and storing unsold products.
What Are the Different Elements of Supply Chain Management?
There are six components of Supply chain management:
- Planning
- Sourcing
- Production
- Delivering
- Returning Goods
- Inventory
1. Planning
Before manufacturing, businesses need to formulate a plan and supervise all necessary resources to satisfy customers' demand for products or services. In the planning stage, logistics and supply chain management companies design an effective supply chain system and decide upon metrics in order to meet the enterprise's and customer's objectives.
2. Sourcing
Sourcing deals with the acquisition of raw materials and services required to manufacture the product. After subcontracting supply chain management companies, the supply chain managers focus on processes, such as ordering, managing inventory, authorizing payments, etc.
3. Production
Supply chain companies regulate the requirement of raw materials, manufacturing, quality assurance, packaging, and schedule delivery. Before the production begins, enterprises also calculate expected production output, worker productivity, and quality of the commodities.
4. Logistics:
It deals with scheduling delivery, coordinating customer orders, dispatching goods, invoicing, and payments. Businesses may outsource their logistics department or create their own delivery systems depending on their requirements and finances.
5. Returning Goods
The business needs to design a responsive and flexible shipping network to manage products returned by patrons. The commodities, at times, are returned, either due to it being defective, wrongly ordered, or currently not required by the clients. If the merchandise is faulty, it is reworked or scrapped. Whereas, if it is not required or incorrectly ordered by clients, the enterprise can store it in the warehouse for sale.
6. Inventory
A well-maintained inventory is crucial in supply chain management. It monitors the flow of goods from the manufacturing unit to warehouses to the point of sales/return. Based on the demand for the product, companies need to continually update the raw materials, ready goods as well as returned items.
What Is the Importance of Supply Chain Management?
There are several benefits to supply chain management:
1. Better Efficiency:
By integrating an efficient supply chain management system will assist businesses in predicting the demand for specific products. It is essential in fulfilling the requirements of the customers. Supply chain & logistics companies help clients adjust to the dynamic and fluctuating market, hence improving the efficiency rate.
2. Cost-Effective:
Supply chain management offers better cost management by maintaining the inventory system, stocking the finished goods as well as managing distributors and vendors. It is also vital in improving the system’s responsiveness to the customer’s requirements. This will subsequently reduce overall business expenditure.
3. Build Cooperation:
Supply chain management links up all the communicating points, such as production units, distribution units, vendors, etc. improving collaboration amongst them. It also gives organizations access to track the activities between the suppliers and distributors. This accelerates other tasks such as forecasts, reporting, order statuses, quotations, and other transportations plans in real-time.
4. Risk Mitigation:
Businesses need to assess risks and liabilities before investing in a plan. Logistics and supply chain management companies can predict favorable and unfavorable outcomes in order to avoid system failure. It also plays a crucial role in ensuring workplace safety, quality of the product, and maintaining relationships with different departments.
5. Enhanced Data Visibility:
Supply chain management helps display crucial data enabling decision-makers to make informed decisions. Several supply chain & logistics companies offer simplified reporting solutions to ensure that the managers can view and assess valuable data quickly and employ strategies to change the inputs that best match the business goals.
What Are the Benefits of Outsourcing Supply Chain Management?
Several companies opt to outsource various stages of supply chain logistics to third-party service providers to maximize the profitability of the business. Let’s explore some of the significant benefits of outsourcing supply chain solutions.
1. Focus on Core Business:
Supply chain & logistics companies can consume precious hours, which can otherwise be used for marketing, building customer relationships, and formulating new ideas. Since supply chain companies will oversee the supply and distribution, business owners can allocate more time to further strengthening the business. Hiring one of the top supply chain companies will allow your employees to focus on core tasks and be more productive, thereby helping the business in gaining long-term success.
2. Reduced operational cost:
Supply chain management demands extensive infrastructure, overhead, sampling, staffing, and other such costs. Therefore, it is more cost-effective to subcontract supply chain solutions to a reliable third-party instead of setting up an in-house system. The best supply chain companies use their in-depth knowledge and field expertise to reduce the overall expenses. They offer services such as procuring less expensive materials, inventory management, transportation optimization, etc. to control expenditure.
3. Scalability:
The best supply chain and logistics companies have access to high-end tools and technologies for managing the entire system in a better manner. This helps their clients to adapt to changing market trends and consumer preferences quickly. Moreover, by outsourcing, businesses can expand or downsize rapidly without worrying about other aspects, such as infrastructure or staffing constraints.
4. Better Resources:
Outsourcing supply chain logistics offers businesses access to highly skilled staff and advanced technology. Moreover, companies can judge the credibility of the service providers and hire multiple supply chain companies to get the best from each partner or select a single associate that matches their various criteria, such as location, budget, field expertise, etc.
5. Meet Customer Demand:
The outsourced logistics company is responsible for supplying the products required by customers. They will ensure that the raw material planning meets production schedules. The supply chain analysts are also capable of predicting any rise or fall in demand in order to run the production and distribution departments efficiently.
Which Are the Most Prominent Supply Chain Management Trends?
There are several technologies and trends is expected to affect supply chain management positively:
1. Robotic Automation:
Integrating robotic automation enables organizations to deploy smart bots to automate operational business processes. These tools are intelligent agents capable of performing repetitive tasks, eliminating human error, thereby reducing overhead. Robotic process automation allows easy integration of multiple software, systems, etc. used throughout the supply chain. RPA also results in faster turnaround helping build a successful business.
2. Cloud Platforms:
Integrating a cloud platform into supply chain management can centralize information while reducing cost and ensuring data security. Data serves as a crucial asset while dealing with supply chain and logistics services, and cloud solutions can ensure that the information is easily accessible by authorized personnel. Cloud platforms can accommodate inventory or warehouse management, manage transportations, orders, and demand forecasting, as well as supplier relationships. Cloud computing improves the entire supply chain by streamlining manual business operations to automated platforms.
3. Artificial Intelligence:
Integrating AI and machine learning can help businesses in enhancing supply chain analytics, demand forecasting, and predictive maintenance. Artificial Intelligence can improve different operations, such as Virtual Assistant, Data analysis, and software solutions, reducing human errors. Moreover, AI in logistics will lead to faster and more accurate shipping solutions. This reduces lead times as well as transportation and labor expenses.
4. Blockchain:
Blockchain technology ensures a permanent and tamper-proof account of the information that a cluster of computers manages. Since a single entity does not own it, every party can be sure of the integrity of the system. Blockchain guarantees the security of the data shared amongst the vendors, production teams, purchasing departments, sales, distribution as well as customers. The technology offers many advantages, including smart contracts to enhance transparency, authentication, and limit fraud.
5. Cybersecurity:
Companies must distinguish and manage the risk in their supply chain solutions in order to protect their interests as well as the interests of their clients and end-users. This can be guaranteed by implementing a fully tailored cybersecurity system. It further identifies the software security vulnerabilities in supply chain management systems and rectifies them to avoid substantial harm to the business.
Which Are Essential Supply Chain Services?
The following are the top 5 different types of supply chain management tools essential for optimizing the entire supply chain:
1. Shipping Services:
Shipping services offer real-time alerts to provide timely information on all freighting activities. Shipping companies enable purchasing and printing shipping labels right off the computer. The best shipping solutions can easily integrate with popular carriers to provide up-to-date shipping estimates. Moreover, businesses can receive a wide range of shipping alternatives, all at different velocities, from different shippers, offering various advantages.
2. Warehouse Management Services:
Warehouse management companies can aid businesses in determining how and where to store specific materials, products, and equipment to optimize the flow of the warehouse. These agencies have advanced warehousing tools offer several different features; some of the examples are:
- Floor Simulators - It allows users to create floor plans within the system.
- RFID Tagging - This offers real-time data on the inventory.
- Automatic Reordering - It ensures that the inventory is always up-to-date.
3. Fulfillment Services:
Fulfillment service automatizes the processes of data collection, decision-making, and monitoring changes in compliance requirements and integrating it properly into the whole system. Fulfillment companies also deal with compliance solutions to ensure that company-owners can make decisions dealing with the company’s legal and financial integrity. The major operations performed by compliance tools are:
- Internal audit
- Quality management
- Risk registers
- Finance and operations
- Regulatory compliance and reputation
4. Logistics Services:
Third-party logistics companies assist in creating route plans for shipments ensuring that correct carriers are selected. They further expedite shipments via better shipment planning and automate functions concerning paperwork and load planning. Logistics firms additionally suggest the best routes and monitor the status of drivers and vehicles while ensuring that the goods reach customers on time.
5. Freight Services:
Freight forwarder companies automate operations like data entry, billing, quoting, and other functions to increase efficiency, productivity, ultimately driving profit. Automation enables businesses to rapidly scale tasks to match the growth of the business accurately. A well-established freight agency offers tools capable of delivering flexible data analysis and visualization, allowing managers to make decisions best suited for the business. There are companies dealing with specific freight routes such as:
How to Shortlist Best Supply Chain Companies?
To help hire the right supply chain companies for your project, we have delineated the steps businesses must follow for the selection process:
1. Access Business Needs:
Before investing in a supply chain logistics company, it is imperative to comprehend the organization's needs. An efficient supply chain management system delivers numerous complex modules, enabling businesses to manage different business areas. These solutions may range from managing finances, production, inventory, shipping, purchasing, sales, etc. To receive the most benefits of the supply chain company, it is essential to list all the features required by the organization. Communicate with your employees to understand their daily tasks and the best functions that should be incorporated to accomplish explicit short-term and long-term goals concerning productivity, revenue, and customer service. Based on the data collection companies can easily select compliant supply chain partners.
2. Portfolio:
It is vital to understand the caliber of the selected logistics company to get the best services. Research about their past projects, how have they contributed to their prior clients, their expertise in tackling complex business problems, etc. This will allow you to assess the ability of the supply chain companies accurately. You may ask the service provider to give recommendations from previous customers as proof of their services. Business owners can also check out third-party reviews and rating platforms, such as GoodFirms, to better recognize the capabilities and vulnerabilities of the prospect vendor
3. Budget:
Before hiring a supply chain and logistics agency, the client must primarily assess their funds. You must evaluate your finances and prepare a budget outlining proper investments. Discuss and decide upon the amount you are compliant to pay and thus locate a firm that correlates with your prices. It is advisable to expect modifications in the budget as the top supply chain companies are better equipped in estimating the expenses required to accomplish the desired business goals. Ascertain that you receive quotations from multiple vendors before settling on the ideal partner.
4. Security:
While outsourcing to the best supply chain companies, inquire them about the security policies that they have established. Subsequently, examine the protocols regarding digital integrity and data authenticity. There are also other threats encountered by supply chain clients, such as inventory theft, smuggling, piracy, etc. A dedicated supply chain analyst constantly oversees the system in order to spot any such complex issues. Ask them their plan of actions to counter the potential risks concerning hacking or data tampering. It is advisable to ensure that the service provider regularly manages the cloud network and monitors access privileges.
5. Easy Integration:
Easy integration of the supply chain management system is an essential factor while incorporating a new solution. It is crucial to have instant access to any metric generated linking the business and the provider. The service provider must offer transparency by accurately reporting on business operations. Moreover, the solution must be easily adapted to existing business environments. Opt for a service provider who is capable of quickly implementing the supply chain management system.
GoodFirms Research Process:
GoodFirms evaluated the best supply chain companies based on three fundamental evaluation criteria, namely, Quality, Reliability, and Ability. This list allows service seekers to contemplate and determine the ideal partner for their business. The expert researchers at GoodFirms have scrutinized the characteristics offered by the supply chain logistics management and curated the logistics companies mentioned-above. The list is composed only after the thorough review of each participating agency on their portfolio, market discernment, domain expertise, as well as the flexibility of the solutions presented. These service providers are further assessed on the basis of the reviews offered by their prior clients.
GoodFirms always welcome new and established supply chain companies to expand our list. Hence, we would like to invite supply chain providers to participate and get listed in our Research segment by providing proof of their work.