Shippers

With increased pressure to compete globally with constantly changing economic conditions and regulatory controls, managing transportation services and costs is an increasing challenge. We have worked with select clients to jump start new business initiatives and programs drawing on our deep knowledge of operations, service planning and supply chain dynamics.

 

We recognize that making sound, fact-based decisions is central to this challenge. We have extensive experience with transportation management systems (TMS) development, enterprise resource planning systems (ERP) integration and implementation of transportation-related data systems. Our focus is not on selling software – we specialize in ensuring that the procurement, design and implementation of these systems meet the objectives of the business and provide the appropriate tools to drive decisions – whether they are made on the front line or at headquarters.

 

Value offerings for Shippers: 

  • Outsourced Rail Management ServicesContainer Ship
  • Pricing Strategy and Price Management
  • Equipment Planning and Utilization
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Modal Evaluation
  • Asset Management/Optimization
  • Lane Service Analysis
  • Fleet Utilization and Optimization Analysis
  • Fleet Management Support Services
  • Carrier Performance Measurement Processes
  • Root Cause Service Analysis
  • Rail Cost Analysis
  • Negotiating transportation agreements
  • Railcar fleet acquisition and planning
  • Transportation Technology Acquisition
  • New Plant Sites and Rail Build Out Analysis
  • Dedicated Rail Management/Account Management Services