PROBLEM
Transportation, route planning, and freight billing were largely manual processes that were causing supply chain inefficiencies and carrier partnership challenges.
SOLUTION
ODW Logistics' Transportation Management solution delivered:
Freight Optimization
- Build more efficient loads to maximize trailer utilization
Supply Chain Visibility
- Transparency into freight data allowing more proactive transportation decisions.
Innovation
- Establish EDI carrier setup and build a strategic network of regional carriers.
RESULTS
Freight Optimization
- $1.4M in transportation savings within the first 12 months.
Visibility
- Real time data transparency allows for proactive resolutions with retailers on compliance issues and chargebacks.
Innovation
- "Shipper of Choice" by building strategic carrier partnerships that resulted in reduced layover fees by 73.9%.
ODW's Transportation Management program has helped deliver Bellisio better visibility and substantial savings to our bottom line. ODW’s account team is dedicated to improving our transportation efficiencies and controlling costs in a volatile market.
Matthew Leuthold, Bellisio Foods