Experts in Supply Chain Advisory

Navigating supply chain risks: Three strategies to create resilience during uncertain times

In today's dynamic business landscape, supply chain professionals face a variety of challenges. While unpredictable events are unavoidable, their impact can be mitigated – and even used as a force for transformative change. 

Discover the three key strategies that will help you supercharge your supply chain:

• Carrier management 

• SWOT analysis and sanity check  

• Forecast & action methodology 

How to become a Shipper of Choice: Rate Structure

Receiving as many good quality rates as possible is one of the most important outcomes of a tender. But how do you achieve this?

• Keep it simple 
• Use an efficient rate structure 
• Optimise your tender strategy 
• Allow flexibility in your bidding process

How to become a Shipper of Choice: Documentation

To navigate these challenging times, shippers need to adopt a strategic tendering approach. And a good tender starts with good documentation. What does a good tender document look like?

• Clear, accurate information

• High-quality data

• Carefully structured

• Succinct and to the point

How to become a Shipper of Choice: Fuel Floater

Implementing a widely accepted and well-understood fuel floater for your main carrier base is crucial. Use our checklist to minimise risks, avoid frequent price renegotiations, and secure your contracted carriers.

• Choose the right floater model for each transport mode 
• Ensure your fuel model is accepted by every carrier  
• Regularly evaluate your pricing strategy 
• Always use a readily accepted fuel source 

How to become a Shipper of Choice: Communication

Becoming a valued shipper all starts with great communication. We’ve put together a simple guide, with the steps you need to take to foster strong relationships with your carriers and ensure smooth operations.

• Communicate throughout the tender process 

• Find the communication methods that best suit both parties 

• Implement a communication matrix 

• Schedule regular reviews about the communication matrix