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Strategic Outsourcing
The complexity of today’s global supply chains has become a major challenge for many companies. Managing logistics can be an unwelcome drain on resources, particularly if a company is growing rapidly. At the same time, opportunities for acquiring expertise in this area can be limited. In cases like these, outsourcing all or part of the supply chain to GEODIS is a cost-effective solution.
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Sourcing Logistics Strategy
GEODIS carries out a detailed sourcing analysis to ensure that customers receive the most cost-efficient services from their outbound logistics providers. However, GEODIS’ expertise also enables our teams to assess the inbound side of the equation to see if potential workflow changes can lead to efficiency gains in terms of logistics.
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 – ...
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.
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.
Driving CSR Performance
Measuring performance key indicators
We evaluate performance in areas such as professional equality, the integration of disabled persons and CO₂ emissions monthly. Since 2008, we have been conducting annual CSR reporting that monitors on-site indicators (certifications, energy and water consumption, waste management) on a worldwide level for our vehicle fleet and even social data.
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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.
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.
Freight Bill Audit and Validation
Given the complexity of today’s supply chains, errors by 3PL providers are all too easy to make – and time-consuming to identify. Verifying that a 3PL provider has delivered quality service and has billed the customer correctly involves more than just ‘Track & Trace.’ GEODIS carries out a comprehensive Freight Bill Audit for its customers to check, for example, whether the correct service leve...
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...