Steven J. Zimmer 734-238-1554 [email protected]Defining Supply Chain Management April 28, 2009 April 28, 2009 ProTrans services over 350 plants in US, Mexico, and Canada. Our primary service is LTL consolidation. We use this process to build trust and under of our client’s Supply Chain. Many clients prefer us to handle other complimentary services, such as Customs Brokerage, Warehousing and Distribution, and International. We can bridge all of these through our 3PL team if so desired.
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ProTrans services over 350 plants in US, Mexico, and Canada. Our primary service is LTL consolidation. We use this process to build trust and under of our client’s Supply Chain. Many clients prefer us to handle other complimentary services, such as Customs Brokerage, Warehousing and Distribution, and International. We can bridge all of these through our 3PL team if so desired.
i2 Supply Chain Transportation Modeler and Strategist
Simulation program digesting large sums of the Client’s shipment history to optimize your transportation spend across multiple modes, borders and enterprises.Identifies proper mode and shipment frequency per route to reach lowest transportation cost solution
Ability to “right-size” your transportation network Appropriate number of plants and/or distribution centersIdentify locations to maximize transportation savings
In addition to determining optimal modes generated by computerized models like most logistics providers, ProTrans also analyzes their Client’s network for consolidation saves.
ShipLogix tenders shipment to ProTrans call queue or direct to carrierProTrans confirms shipment pickup and delivery with carrierSuppliers send ASN to Client who sends the ASN to ProTrans OR supplier sends ASN to ProTrans (GIVS) who sends copy of ASN to Client
Scheduled shipment days for each supplierIncreased supplier controlIncreased load utilization through consolidationTime definite delivery schedulingControlled premium freight costs
Call Queue
Supplier Release Schedule & Call Queue
Ensures each supplier is contacted Obtains preliminary shipment information and confirms pickupUses estimated information to optimize route planning and load management
Intermodal solutions typically save clients 10% to 25% on their linehaul costsE-track rail containers can use load bar solutionRail directly to the interior of Mexico
Freight is verified at our northern facilities, eliminating time drains in the transportation processYour Mexican bound freight goes through one of three verification processes: manual, electronic, or masterEnables materials to be moved into Mexico without stopping for unloading, additional handling or validation at the borderBrokerage paperwork is filed while trucks are southbound to ensure a smooth border crossingLoad bars can be used to ship your freight into the interior of Mexico