List of Logistics and Supply Chain Management Companies
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Velocity Supply Chain Management was founded byShri Laxminarayan T Palod in 1950 in Jalgaon. We are one of the most reputed names in the field of supply chain management with presence in Jalgaon, Pune, Mumbai and Nagpur. Our logistics services are at the forefront and we provide supply chain solutions to the Pharmaceut ... read more about VELOCITY SUPPLY CHAIN
< $25/hr10 - 49Pune, India -
TMS combines supply chain managed services, customised software solutions and 4PL fulfilment services in one unique business model. We are a full-range supply chain service provider, with a 'can do' attitude. We will always ensure our clients achieve the best outcome for their stakeholders. ... read more about TMS
< $25/hr2 - 9Sydney, Australia -
Complete services for air and sea freight. MTF is an owner-managed company, focused in providing unrivalled import and export service to clients. Knowledge, experience, honesty and passion move us forward!
< $25/hr2 - 92014Sydney, Australia -
It takes know-how to fabricate and direct a triumphant group. With regards to understanding, Each individual from our office administration group brings a normal of over 20 years of hard-earned industry experience to the table. With a demonstrated reputation of positive outcomes every step of the way, this first-class ... read more about POLLUX LOGISTICS
$25 - $49/hr2 - 9Pune, India -
GT Supply digitizes your transport and logistics flows by connecting to our network of regional transporters and logisticians. We support you at each stage of the Supply Chain - Transport, Storage, Order preparation - from national to international - parcels, pallets, cases or rolling stock - spot or regular ... read more about Global Transport & Supply
< $25/hr2 - 92017Paris, France -
Founded in 2006, Whale Logistics Australia is a young dynamic business passionate about delivering great customer experiences. Our strong focus on aligning our people, partners and technology with our company purpose, vision and culture ensures that we consistently deliver our customers a world class service that makes ... read more about Whale Logistics
< $25/hr50 - 2492006Sydney, Australia -
ORBIT ROMANIA is a leader in mobility management providing relocation professionals with tailored solutions. We deliver domestic and international moving and relocation services to employees, expatriates, diplomats and other private customers, and provide office and industrial moving services.
< $25/hr10 - 49Bucharest, Romania -
Transcoast has been in the logistics business servicing Sydney NSW since 1991. We move a significant volume of freight nationally and internationally every-day compare to other transport companies. We are third party freight forwarder and logistic providers, as opposed to brokers; the significant difference being broke ... read more about Transcoast
< $25/hr2 - 91991Blacktown, Australia -
Silk Contract Logistics prides itself on its customer-centric focus that is nimble, agile and personalised to your business goals. Throughout Australia, we are one of the largest third-party logistics providers, helping our customers access new opportunities across a broad range of sectors.
< $25/hr2 - 92014Melbourne, Australia -
We are a young and highly dynamic transport partner. Despite the fact that we started out in 2015, the transport world holds no secrets for us. Our specialities are Trucking, e-commerce and Conditioned transport in Europe, with daily departures seven days a week.
< $25/hr10 - 49Bucharest, Romania -
Located in Iasi in north-eastern Romania, TRANSGOR LOGISTIK was founded in 1994 and is specialized in logistic solutions for freight transport. With a flexible and wide offer we provide internal and international road transportation services all over Europe, warehousing and supply – chain solutions. We offer our ... read more about Transgor Logistik
< $25/hr10 - 491994Tomesti, Romania -
Black Sea Crown Logistic started it's activity in 1993 in Romania under the name Black Sea Crown Shipping as the first independent forwarder after the market liberalization . The company enjoyed a healthy and steady growth now being one of the best known Industry household in Romania . As the company client base gr ... read more about Black Sea Crown Logistic
< $25/hr10 - 491993Constanta, Romania -
LNConsult is a well-known and proven consulting and realization partner for the industrial and retail business. As one of the world's leading logistics consulting companies, LNConsult has built more than 25 years of expertise and industry know-how along the entire supply chain. Offering customers the convenience of ... read more about LNConsult
$50 - $99/hr10 - 492003Graz, Austria -
ACS Logistics GmbH & Co KG was founded in 2011 as an efficient Austrian transportation and logistics company.We see ourselves as a flexible full-service provider specializing in custom-tailored logistics solutions for air freight, sea freight, and overland transportation, as well as integrated logistics. ... read more about ACS Logistics
$50 - $99/hr10 - 492011Linz, Austria -
MST Shipping Service LLC was founded in 1991 and still remains one of the leaders in the field of transport services in Russia. During our work, we have gained extensive experience in transportation, and therefore we will always find for you the most reliable, convenient and economical way to deliver cargo.
< $25/hr2 - 91991Moscow, Russia -
Your gain is our challenge. To find the solutions that enable you to do what you do best. This is what inspires us. Professionals with an eye for detail and for the greater picture. An organization that delivers on promises. ULSI has offices in the Netherlands and Moscow. Below you find contact information for each of ... read more about ULSI Logistics Services
< $25/hr10 - 492012Moscow, Russia -
Veolog, a specialist in sustainable logistics , offers support throughout the logistics chain to its customers, and develops tailor-made concepts for them . Since its creation in 2006, the company has experienced constant growth in turnover thanks to the strengthening of its presence in ... read more about Veolog
< $25/hr250 - 9991986Paris, France -
DIMOTRANS Group has been combining the flexibility of an SME with the reliability of an international group for more than 35 years. We know how to be inventive in our solutions (road, air, sea, logistics and customs) and responsive in our responses through a seamless organization and strong partners. Specific solutions ... read more about Dimotrans Group
< $25/hr1,000 - 9,9991980Paris, France -
TRAKER is an operations and implementation consulting firm expert in Supply Chain Management. Our customised approach is aimed at small to large companies in manufacturing and retail. Our goal: Delivering top-notch consulting services that are focused on the interest of our Customer. Our expertise covers Purchasing, Pr ... read more about Traker
< $25/hr1,000 - 9,9992008Paris, France -
Management of one of the largest river, sea and barge-carrier fleets in the Danube region. UNO Sanction Committee has accepted the instructions developed by DSMS for the transportation rules on the territory of Yugoslavia. In consequence, it allowed to resume international shipping on the Danube. First “Cap ... read more about Danube Shipping Management Service GmbH
$50 - $99/hr10 - 491991Vienna, Austria -
Founded in 1973 by Jean-Patrice Netter, Diagma was the first Supply Chain consulting firm to offer a real methodology for optimizing physical distribution networks. We believe in the contributions of scientific and data modeling approaches, in collective intelligence, and approach our missions with passion and pragm ... read more about DIAGMA
< $25/hr50 - 2491973Paris, France -
Founded in 1996 in Vienna, in the center of Europe, DACO LOGISTICS GMBH evolved into an international logistics firm, that specializes in aerial and maritime transport to and from Austria and the Central / East Europe . Our multilingual, experienced and dedicated employees are proud of their ability and also f ... read more about DACO LOGISTICS
$50 - $99/hr50 - 2491996Vienna, Austria -
NJH Transportation Logistics Inc. is a family owned and operated business since 1991. The founder, Norm Hostler, noticed that something was desperately missing in the Freight Transportation market, Freight Management Services tailored to each individual client. At that time, there was no Canadian company dedicated t ... read more about NJH Transportation Logistics
< $25/hr2 - 9Paris, France -
DB Schenker is the world’s leading global logistics provider — we support industry and trade in the global exchange of goods through land transport, worldwide air and ocean freight, contract logistics and supply chain management.
< $25/hr10000+Moscow, Russia -
CRON is the leading provider of Optimized Decision Making and Supply Chain Optimization software solutions. ICRON’s knowledge, experience, and proven technology fuel our customers’ supply chain performance, empowering them to exceed their business goals.
< $25/hr50 - 2491992Amsterdam, Netherlands -
International Truck transport is a the heart of our business with a focus on connecting suppliers, factories and markets within the transport corridor Scandinavia, the Balkans and Beyond. Founded in 2004, our rapid growth is built upon a solid financial base combined with a strong ethical stand on open and honest commu ... read more about UnitCargo
$100 - $149/hr50 - 2492004Vienna, Austria -
Individual approach, high quality of services, flexible tariff policy, strict observance of laws, reliability and safety are the main principles of MOLCOM's customer service. One of the key points that distinguishes MOLCOM from other companies operating in this market segment is customer focus. Each company usin ... read more about MOLCOM
< $25/hr1,000 - 9,9991990Moscow, Russia -
We can transport any goods in any directions and carry out their customs clearance. But over 21 years ago, we chose a specialized business segment for ourselves and became the best on it. At the request of our customers and our own strategic settings, our target business segment is gradually expanding, but in ... read more about Proft Logistic
< $25/hr2 - 9Moscow, Russia -
We believe in keeping things simple. Even when they're not. Integrating every element of the supply chain is essential, but not enough to realize the competitive edge we provide. Matching Supply Chains We've evolved from Amway's supply chain company to a market-driven, customer centric service organiz ... read more about Amway Supply Chain Services
< $25/hr2 - 91989Budapest, Hungary -
VERTEX is a purely private, owner-managed Austrian company not affiliated with any group. From our many years of experience in the logistics sector, we know what our partners expect from us: Service of the highest quality, which are geared to the respective individual requirements and preferences. Our aim is to meet th ... read more about Vertex GmbH
< $25/hr2 - 9Kirchbichl, Austria -
Our company has been carrying out cargo transportation in Moscow and the Moscow region for over 15 years. During this time, we received many positive reviews from our customers and earned a reputation as a reliable assistant when moving and transporting goods. We strive to cooperate with us in a profitable and con ... read more about Gruz-Transport
< $25/hr2 - 92005Moscow, Russia -
BLG LOGISTICS is a seaport-oriented logistics services provider with an international network. The company’s more than 140-year history is a source of strength. Today, we have a presence in all the world’s growth markets, with over 100 locations and offices in Europe, America, Africa and Asia. We offer our ... read more about BLG LOGISTICS GROUP
< $25/hr10000+1877Bremen, Germany -
Mega-Logistics Zrt. Is one of Hungary's largest Hungarian privately owned facility management and construction companies. provides it. The staff of this Directorate has all the necessary licenses, permits, qualifications and years of experience, and hundreds of thousands of square meters of work done and const ... read more about Mega-Logistic
< $25/hr2 - 92018Budapest, Hungary -
If you know your customers, you also know what you have to do: Established and expanded in the Tyrol, AFS All Freight Systems, an owner-managed company, has always seen it as its task to be a partner to the regional economy. The day-to-day business of the independent logistics and forwarding company is focused on the r ... read more about AFS Logistic Solutions
$25 - $49/hr2 - 9Innsbruck, Austria -
Den Hartogh Logistics is one of the leading Logistics Service Providers. Our family-owned organisation was established in The Netherlands in 1920. As a bulk logistics service provider for the chemical, gas, polymer and food industry, we combine the best elements to create the optimal solution for each situation. Safety ... read more about Den Hartogh Logistics
< $25/hr1,000 - 9,9991920Budapest, Hungary -
Pro Logistics Group - a company - a leading operator in Russia, engaged in international cargo transportation and guaranteeing a high level of services. PLGroup company has been operating in the global transport services market since the beginning of 2008. A universal system, flexible and competitive prices, ... read more about Pro logistics group
< $25/hr2 - 9Moscow, Russia -
When you think of import export, think of Limco Logistics, the trusted name for almost two decades. We are an International Freight and logistics service company and have been dedicated to serving the freight industry for quite a long time. Our headquarters are in the USA and we have branches in Moscow, ... read more about Limco Logistics
< $25/hr10 - 492004Moscow, Russia -
The values we follow are as important to us as the business itself. Our good reputation, the satisfaction of our customers and employees, the sustainable development of the whole society is all essential to our business. We have a sophisticated environmental strategy, we are engaged in a number of CSR activities (Corpo ... read more about HOPI
< $25/hr250 - 9992005Budapest, Hungary -
Servus Intralogistics is a subsidiary of the Austrian technology company Heron. Our passion is the development and production of customized Intralogistics systems with the intelligent ARC (autonomous robotic carrier). Servus helps customers to combine all in-house logistics in one optimal flow process – from g ... read more about Servus Intralogistics
$100 - $149/hr50 - 2492005Dornbirn, Austria -
Eurasia Logistics Ltd. was established in 1992 in Hungary as a subsidiary of Itochu Corporation, one of the largest general trading companies (SOGO SHOSHA) in Japan. Since the establishment of our company we have been providing comprehensive logistics services primarily to our partners in Central and Eastern Europe, in ... read more about Eurasia Logistics
< $25/hr2 - 91992Budapest, Hungary -
We transport assets. We link markets. We ensure the flow of goods across continents. Because transport and logistics are our world. We oversee all key order management tasks in order to give our clients top-quality service: transport, customs clearance, warehousing, picking and packing, and distribution. Our global ... read more about a. hartrodt
< $25/hr1,000 - 9,9991887Budapest, Hungary -
Mail Boxes Etc. (MBE) is the world's largest franchise company in shipping and corporate services. Through its network of Business Service Centers we make things easier for small and medium-sized companies, but also private individuals and larger companies by providing services and products in Pack & Ship, Grap ... read more about Mail Boxes
< $25/hr1,000 - 9,9992018Budapest, Hungary -
Being founded a decade ago, TOS Group‘s headquarter is still situated in the heart of Europe in Vienna, where we started the company‘s growth. Today TOS activities cover the North-, Central- and Southeast-european area where TOS Group belongs to the leading independent liner agency companies in the regio ... read more about TransOcean Shipping
$25 - $49/hr2 - 9Vienna, Austria -
DM Hungary emerged from a students’ cooperative to a powerful flyer distribution company in the area of Budapest and the county Pest at the beginning of the nineties. The Pannon Lapok Társasága Kiadói Kft. purchased DM Hungary Lapterjesztő Kft. in 2005. (www.plt.hu) The Company Pa ... read more about DM Hungary
< $25/hr2 - 92005Budapest, Hungary -
In 1976, in the small town of Skuldelev in Denmark, ten owner-operated hauliers joined forces and founded DSV – De Sammensluttede Vognmænd (The Consolidated Hauliers). Since then, DSV has evolved to become a world-leading supplier of transport and logistics. Today, DSV provides and manages supply chain s ... read more about DSV
< $25/hr10000+1976Budapest, Hungary -
From supply to distribution, GEFCO provides global and integrated management and optimisation of the logistics chain for its industrial customers. Renowned for the reliability of its services, GEFCO has applied an acquired expertise to in automotive logistics - one of the most demanding sectors - in order to respond to ... read more about GEFCO
< $25/hr10000+1949Kyiv, Ukraine -
Bulung Logistics was established in 2012 in the city of Schwechat in Austria. Due to the investments in 2015 in Turkey, the company has received the C2 qualification certificate and is currently operating in Turkey with our own offices in Istanbul/Atasehir, Gaziantep, Adana as well as in Bulgaria-Sofia. As Bulung Logis ... read more about BULUNG LOGISTICS
$50 - $99/hr10 - 492012Vienna, Austria
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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.