The Next Generation In Freight Management
Rock Solids approach to maximizing clients freight shipping starts with their team of logistic experts. They are able to provide analysis of four crucial aspects of transportation to produce solid gains in price reduction, carrier performance, measurement, evaluation, visibility and control.
The first scope that Rock Solid freight shipping logistic services evaluate is the current state of transportation and logistics operating model for each of the following modes:
• TL & LTL (inbound & outbound)
• Sea Freight
• Air Parcel
• Small Parcel
• Intermodal
The assessment is comprehensive and looks into each of the following areas:
• Audit of transportation information
• Tools and technology integration
• Management and reporting
• Transportation contract management
It is Rock Solids mission to identify waste and save money in auditing a company's transportation information. They do this through analyzing; freight class audits, pricing & rule tariffs, liabilities vs. claims and options in bundled pricing incentives.
Technology plays a large role in shipping and distribution locally and abroad. It is important that technology used in meeting clients shipping needs in integrated to increase a company's efficiency, visibility and control. Rock Solid's logistic systems integration develops effective inbound/outbound routing systems while enhancing tracking and delivery visibility. Using available tools and technology Rock Solid uses several logistics tools to help maximize efficiency such as; cubic inch package estimators, density value comparison, percentage increase calculator and carrier service ranking priority.
In reviewing cost savings and carrier performance Rock Solid measures and evaluates performance. This in turn helps to identify future opportunities for growth and savings. Management reporting allows the freight shipping logistic services team to detail different carrier performance and service compliance. It also looks into the development of transportation metrics, operational efficiency and the management of freight risks. It is important to have a grasp on the issues in order to fully understand them and move forward in creating a more stable and resourceful logistic operation.
Rock Solid is not only interested in the front line of distribution and logistics transportation optimization but also providing an efficient and effective back end. They are able to provide back end office services in the following arenas; bill audit & recovery, bill payment, technology & system support, carrier management and supply chain training & support.
