TRANSPORTATION AUDIT

Trans-Solutions’ transportation audit service is a comprehensive evaluation of a company’s transportation program. The objective: identify opportunities to improve service and drive cost savings of 5% to 25%. Trans-Solutions has completed dozens of transportation audits that have saved companies a total of more than $150 million.

A different approach to transportation audit services

Our transportation auditing approach is not the easy, “quick fix” variety. Yes, we have a uniform logistics audit methodology. But the process is comprehensive and a typical audit will take between 8 to 12 weeks, depending on complexity of your freight program. We look at every aspect of your program, including why and how you execute certain functions. For all key measures of transportation efficiency, such as rates, shipping performance, and staffing, we have established or have access to industry benchmarks that we use to assess the opportunity potential of changes in your program.

Our final deliverable is a detailed audit report with actionable recommendations aimed at improving shipping performance and efficiency. And we show you exactly how we arrived at our recommendations, so you have the hard data you need to defend suggested changes within your company.

Key questions a transportation audit will address

• Can you hit service level targets with your current distribution network?
• Are your freight rates too high?
• Are you using carriers that can offer you the best service at the best rate?
• Are you auditing freight bills and is your audit process effective?
• Do you have the appropriate technology employed to optimize freight movements?
• How do your staffing levels compare with those of similar-size companies?
• Can your current program support future growth plans?
• Do you have the correct personnel in place to take you into the future?
• Would using brokers/ forwarders benefit your operation?

Is your transportation program in need of a check-up?

Contact us for a detailed discussion of how our logistics and transportation audit services can help drive your business forward.