The challenge
To ensure it met monthly sales goals and crucial objectives, the Fortune 100 company’s manufacturer had high requirements for its logistics partner:
- Design a streamlined solution that could accommodate internationally manufactured products delivered to a single warehouse
- In the warehouse, provide synchronized logistics, dynamic inventory management and optimization to ensure products from multiple aircraft moved smoothly through the supply chain
- Meet a requirement of 100% accuracy for purchase order lines, with every item pulled, packed and shipped complete – a process that required a high level of automation to reduce manual error and maintain efficiency
Our solution
CRST’s Specialized Solutions team designed and implemented a comprehensive logistics and warehouse management system to meet the exacting requirements, including:
- Dedicated truck capacity: Partnered with a global express carrier to streamline product transfers from plane to warehouse for immediate and efficient delivery
- Enhanced automation: Redesigned barcode scanner displays for workflow and processing efficiency
- Warehouse optimization: Reconfigured layout, added sorting areas and optimized dock usage for inbound freight and outbound shipments
- Resource expansion: Increased trucks, equipment and staff for seamless operations without bottlenecks
- Precision inventory management: CRST’s CPM Inventory Management System provided flexibility to customize processes for each SKU, ensuring complete visibility and accuracy
- Proactive coordination: Coordinated hourly dock appointments for a smooth flow from warehouse to the customer’s national distribution center
Results
CRST’s Specialized Solutions team delivered critical outcomes for the manufacturer and its Fortune 100 customer:
- On-time fulfillment: 100% order accuracy with no partial shipments
- Operational efficiency: Streamlined processes and automation to reduce turnaround times
- Scalable capacity: Added resources for flexibility and high-volume handling
- Customer satisfaction: Timely, accurate deliveries kept the project on schedule and budget
CRST met expectations and showcased its expertise in supporting complex supply chain operations. With its partners, the team built a foundation for success and future growth.
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For more than 70 years, CRST has provided solutions to keep America’s supply chain moving. We plan to continue that trend for decades to come through unmatched service and delivering on our promises.
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