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Logistics Rates Benchmark
A comprehensive benchmarking of rates is an important KPI for customers, and it is also an opportunity for value creation by GEODIS. It is key to ensuring that customers receive good service at the right price from their providers.
RFQ Process Handling
Developing and managing an RFQ for an international supply chain is a demanding, time-consuming task that requires a wide range of skills. GEODIS can help customers to carry out the process as efficiently as possible, starting with an initial Request For Information.
Supplier Management Solutions
Once a supplier contract is underway, GEODIS can provide a monitoring service to ensure that the relevant Key Performance Indicators – such as OTIF, On Cost billing, and trade compliance aspects – are all being achieved. We can also recommend, in advance, the KPIs to apply for different aspects of the contract, and then ensure that the information is provided in a timely manner.
Procurement Intelligence
While technical knowledge of an RFQ process is essential, GEODIS can also draw on practical knowledge of the best suppliers to be consulted for a given project. With our existing ecosystem of suppliers, we can recommend tried and trusted operators around the world – whether for a particular mode of transport, or for a specific country – saving customers considerable time and effort.
Trade Compliance
Trade compliance is a wide-ranging field, covering the spectrum from assigning the correct code of the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding Systems (HS) to having detailed knowledge of national tax regimes and international regulations.
Complex Project Management
In some situations, alterations to the size and operation of a logistics network can have major ramifications. The appointment of a major new provider, the deployment of a new mode of transportation, a switch from regional to centralized processes, or the development of a new IT platform are just some examples. In situations like these, reconfiguring a network will lead to organizational change – ...
LLP and 4PL Logistics
The outsourcing of logistics operations can involve a wide range of services and activities, starting with the role of Lead Logistics Provider or 4PL. GEODIS can provide services and manage a set of 3PL providers on behalf of our customers, depending on their requirements. Our customers retain the contractual relationship with these providers. In other cases, GEODIS can be the contract holder, ope...
Planning and Order Management
The requirements for a successful shipment go well beyond the physical move itself. A shipment lines up to a purchase order and scheduling instructions regarding when, where and how to coordinate the move. Supplier assignments, handling requirements, appointments, capacity planning and delivery instructions all need to be aligned. GEODIS can manage this complexity so that orders are not disconnect...
Retail logistics and supply chain
Today's retailers face a dynamic environment characterized by digitally disruptive consumers and Retail supply chains that are challenged by issues such as speed-to-market and peak season management. At GEODIS, we help our customers optimize their Retail supply chains by providing innovative solutions. These solutions are supported by consolidation at origin, and include enhanced transport and cus...
Barge and Short Sea Containers
Our waterway and maritime solutions offer very concrete economic and operational benefits such as the transportation of oversized goods, the circumvention of movement restrictions in large cities, and even expedited arrival at port hubs. Our approach offers very competitive rates for goods that are able to cope with longer shipping times or storage time at the port of departure/arrival.