A few days ago, World Logistics Day was celebrated, so ID Logistics took the opportunity to value the multiple advantages that companies have to resort to to the external contract logistics service. Among them, it stands out the reduction of costs, as well as an improvement of the logistics processes and the planning of the supply chain.
Specifically, contract logistics is a logistics service, increasingly relevant in today’s market due to its numerous benefits, which consists of the outsourcing of the logistics functions of a company to a supplier outside the company. In this way, the companies that implement it can focus on their core business, while the external provider is in charge of the functions related to logistics. This results in an increase in the efficiency and effectiveness of the company, which in turn translates into an improvement in customer satisfaction and an increase in profitability. In addition, it allows better coordination and planning of logistics processes, which results in faster and more efficient delivery of products and services.
“Contractual logistics offers great flexibility to customers, since suppliers can adapt to the specific needs of each company. This is especially useful in a changing economic environment, where companies may need a quick response to their logistics needs.”Explain Cristina FernandezDirector of Contract Management at ID Logistics, one of the international leaders in contract logistics.
Another important aspect is that this service allows companies to take advantage of the experience and knowledge of logistics providers, which in turn leads to the possibility of carrying out more efficient cost management. This is because the third-party provider can offer a wide range of solutions at more affordable prices than those that the company itself could offer. This cost reduction can translate into lower prices for products and services, which would have a positive impact on the general population as well, including increased customer satisfaction and increased company reputation.
Logistics risk reduction
Thanks to their extensive experience and knowledge in logistics, contract logistics providers can offer efficient and effective solutions to its clients, reducing your exposure to logistics risks and at the same time improving your ability to respond to unforeseen situations. To this we must add the improvement in information management: contract logistics providers usually offer advanced information management solutions, which allow companies to obtain complete visibility of their logistics processes and make informed decisions.
Another point favored by contract logistics is the improvement in the scalability, both in the short and long term. By using this service, companies can scale their logistics operations more efficiently, allowing them to take advantage of growth opportunities and respond to changes in the market more quickly and effectively.
Less impact on the environment
It is also worth noting the positive impact that this service has in terms of environmental sustainability. “Contract logistics providers we offer sustainable solutions, such as the optimization of routes and the reduction of emissions, which can help companies meet their sustainability objectives and improve their reputation”, says Cristina Fernández. To which she adds:In this sense, at ID Logistics, we make great efforts to minimize the impact caused by our activity. To this end, we have implemented a proactive policy to reduce energy and waste consumption, as well as to reduce the carbon footprint of our activities by 40%, excluding compensation, with the year 2030 as the deadline.”
To do this, ID Logistics has, among other measures, the “Enlaza” program, aimed at grouping the goods of different clients to optimize their transport. Since its launch in 2012, the company has managed to reduce 22% CO2 emissions27% the number of trips, as well as guarantee an efficient delivery with greater fuel savings.
