The freight analysis process
- Concern with current methods and costs
- Sample of invoice/statements: Consignment notes and contract rates provide insight into current distribution requirements
- Data analysis: Development of distribution profile - opportunities identified
- Presentation of findings and benefits of Freight Management Service to client
- Freight Management Service proposal prepared, based on agreed findings
- Client formally accepts proposal
- Implementation of recommendations
- Monthly review meetings of distribution activities and comparison to previous methods and costs
- Client dispatch data uploaded to AMS for verification
- Carriers invoice/statements downloaded to AMS for verification
- Ongoing Freight Management Service at agreed monthly fee with objectives