Optimizing distribution centre efficiency
Nordic retailer – major food & non-food retailer:
Decrease costs while increasing service.
Objectives of the project
The client wanted to decrease costs per unit handled in their largest distribution center by 10-15%, while increasing service to stores by 10%.
Measurable & concrete results
- Increased service level by 15%.
- Savings of 15% (€14 M).
- Set up an operationally centralised organisation with new management control system.
- Increased co-operation with suppliers, improving transparency on costs and quality issues.
