Benchmarking Success Blog
Logistics and Supply Chain news, articles, tips and insights
Road Freight 2024: What to Check to Improve Transport Costs & Service
High road freight costs and trucking service challenges are pressing issues. Knowing the common obstacles in road freight is crucial for improvement…
Warehouse Health Checks with John Monck
It is important to conduct a health check for your warehouse. This process will enable you to optimize capacity and processes, ensuring that your warehouse operates to its full extent effectively. One frequent issue revealed during warehousing health checks is the perception of a warehouse being full…
Is Your Supply Chain Leaking Cash?
Your supply chain could be losing money without you knowing. Profit leaks might be happening in areas that are often overlooked. Pinpointing these leaks can be simple once you know what to look for…
Inventory Management Excellence: Some Companies to Learn From
Inventory management is a crucial aspect of supply chain management…
The Big Six in Logistics in 2023
What are the key logistics trends shaping 2023? I identified the top six trends that reflect the most common areas where clients seek our help. Effective warehousing and inventory management are among these trends, both of which are crucial for enhancing logistics efficiency…
Fleet Route Optimisation in the Past, Present, and Future
Over a relatively short period, a transport or fleet manager’s ability to support an efficient distribution network through route and delivery optimisation…
Supply Chain Benchmarking with Trent Morris
Supply Chain Benchmarking is vital for improving performance and effectiveness, with companies using different practices to achieve their goals. Cost benchmarking helps companies assess whether their logistics expenses are competitive compared to industry standards…
Energy and Labour Costs: 2 Top Warehousing Challenges in 2023
Recent studies have shown that among the challenges frustrating warehouse and distribution centre managers this year, rising energy and labour costs…
Supply Chain Coaching – What is it and Why use a Coach with Trent
A supply chain coach is designed to help companies maximize their supply chain performance. This involves providing guidance on unfamiliar processes, optimizing existing ones, and training junior management to prepare them for leadership roles. Coaching is particularly valuable for small to medium enterprises that can’t afford a full-time supply chain manager or director. These businesses can access expertise without the high costs of hiring permanent staff…