How lean is your decision making?
1st September 2010
Multi level 3pl contract management results in sluggish responses at what cost?
The problem with most 3pl’s providing on-site production logistics is that they have to pass on key decisions through various lines of ‘off site’ financial and account management procedures.
This resulting ‘red tape’, and delay when waiting for a national or international head office ‘decision’ to be filtered back, means the opportunity can be lost or people avoid making changes which require a decision - either way it’s the automotive manufacturer pays!
Rudolph and Hellmann Automotives’ approach to lean decision making:
- Local managers ‘know best’ approach – trust and confidence in their recommendations
- Real-time action – no corporate ‘red tape’ to hold things up
- Fast robust implementation – giving customers more flexibility on timescales
Localised management making key decisions
If there is a process or activity change identified that may have an impact on the revenue of the contract, our experienced managers who have the knowledge and a comprehensive understanding of the issues involved, are empowered to make the decision. If not on the spot, usually by the end of the shift.
Immediate director access for major decisions
If Rudolph and Hellmann Automotive managers receive a request from a senior manager from the automotive manufacture which they are unsure about, they have straight forward and direct access to speak with the relevant parties at R&HA head office.
Success achieved through sharing the same perspective and goals
We believe the 3pl providing your on-site production services must see the business with the same perspective and goals as the automotive manufacturer, rather than as an independent profit centre serving its own aims.
This is ONLY achieved by adopting the culture of the manufacturer, and embracing the partnership.
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Here’s how the 360 onsite logistics audit and assessment works!
Put us to the test, what have you got to lose?
Contact us for a FREE ‘on site' logistics audit – carried out under a non disclosure agreement - our findings will be reported in full confidence and will provide a detailed analysis of where savings and improvements can be made.
There’s only one condition - you must be UK based and be operating in the automotive sector, with a head count of around 25 - 30 or more operating in logistics roles.