Damage Free Logistics

A market leading manufacturer of sports, gymnasium and lifestyle equipment was looking for an improved transportation and logistics solution for a range of it’s products within the EU.

The company had previously experienced problems with damage to stock whilst in transit so was looking for a partner they could trust to provide a high quality, damage-free supply chain to market.

The Situation

The company appointed Charles Kendall as International Corporate Logistics provider in mid-2006 based on the strength of our comprehensive processes, quality checks and training.

With a programme of continuous improvement in place, involving our track and trace facility and regular quality checks, Charles Kendall were able to offer full end-to-end transit protection and deliver on their goal of a damage-free logistics environment

The Solution

The new Charles Kendall logistics solution was trialled in early 2007 and proved immediately successful. The customer benefitted from a combination of savings along with upgraded communications, faster transit time, improved load factors, reduction in transit damage and improved customs compliance.

By using a range of coordinated packing materials, equipment and processes, Charles Kendall ensured that the cargos were provided with improved protection and stability throughout the supply chain, whether being loaded, unloaded or stored.

Results

Charles Kendall also implemented a “DC by Pass” operation which substantially reduced the transportation costs by delivering goods directly to market. With a programme of continuous improvement in place, involving our track and trace facility and regular quality checks, Charles Kendall were able to offer full end-to-end transit visibility.