Truck Services Optimize Distribution for Food Manufacturer

Challenges

1. Nationwide Coverage: Ensuring consistent delivery to over 1,000 retail locations.
2. Temperature Control: Maintaining proper cold chain conditions during transit.
3. Last-Mile Flexibility: Accommodating retailers’ specific delivery time windows.

SolutionThe logistics provider offered comprehensive truck services:

• Full-Coverage Network: Deployed a fleet of temperature-controlled trucks with real-time GPS tracking, covering all 48 contiguous states.
• Customized Routes: Optimized delivery schedules based on retailer preferences, reducing missed deliveries by 90%.
• Warehousing Support: Provided short-term cold storage facilities near distribution hubs to manage inventory fluctuations.

Results

• Operational Efficiency: Reduced transit times by an average of 1.5 days, improving product freshness.
• Cost Savings: Lowered transportation costs by 18% through route optimization and bulk shipping.
• Retailer Satisfaction: Achieved a 95% on-time delivery rate, leading to renewed contracts with major grocery chains.