Companies both large and small find value in better matching their inventory with the company's actual needs. This approach—known as 'just in time' inventory—can save space, money, and effort by ensuring that inventory supplies arrive only when they are needed and waste is avoided. But it requires a strong logistics support system. Why? Here are a few reasons that you can't start without good logistics in place.
1. You Need Backup Plans
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If you run a trucking company but if you don't already purchase diesel fuel in bulk, then you might be making a key business mistake. It might not seem necessary to purchase diesel in bulk when there are so many truck stops and fuel stations out there that have a steady supply of diesel fuel, but buying bulk diesel fuel can help you prevent a lot of different issues that your trucking company might otherwise have to deal with, such as the issues listed below.
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Perishable meat, poultry, and fish require cool temperatures during transport, to prevent the rapid growth of bacteria, which could result in someone getting sick if they consumed purchases that weren't refrigerated. If you sell holiday gift baskets and trays that contain an assortment of fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and fruits, it is important to come up with a viable shipment method, which will guarantee that products arrive fresh and ready for consumption.
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