Buying Distribution Services

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COURSE OBJECTIVES

The workshop explores all the basic principles involved in buying Distribution services. A model and checklists are provided to enable understanding and recall after the workshop.

COURSE CONTENTS

Understanding the Distribution Market
The UK Distribution Market size and trends
Strategy aspects of, own operation or third party supplier(s)
Suppliers in common user and contract services, and market size
Cost/Service balance and being clear on what we want
Keys to successful supplier selection

Cost and Productivity Variables
Fixed and Variable costs
Key Cost Drivers
Productivity measures
Key Productivity Drivers
Service provider variables and options

Looking for Added Value
Supply Chain and Logistics viewpoints
Time
Postponement
Changing form

Selecting the Carrier
What is available?
Specifications/Tenders
Negotiation/Selection
Agreement/Contracts

Ongoing Monitoring
Performance reports
Partnerships
Inspections

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