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	A supply chain solution that spans continents to support a growing new product line

A supply chain solution that spans continents to support a growing new product line

Technology Category	Functional Applications - Fleet Management Systems (FMS) Functional Applications - Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
Applicable Industries	Food & Beverage Packaging
Applicable Functions	Logistics & Transportation Warehouse & Inventory Management
Use Cases	Fleet Management Supply Chain Visibility Warehouse Automation
Services	System Integration
Challenge	Lightweight Containers, Inc. faced challenges in managing their supply chain across North America due to working with multiple logistics providers. This resulted in a fragmented view of their supply chain and required additional work to ensure orders were processed and inventory levels were satisfactory. The company needed a more streamlined and efficient logistics solution to maintain their commitment to quality service and optimize their supply chain operations. Read More
About Customer	Lightweight Containers, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing innovative, one-way, recyclable kegs for the beverage industry. Their products, KeyKeg® and UniKeg®, offer a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to traditional steel kegs. The company serves a wide range of customers, including large and small breweries, family-owned wineries, and other beverage distributors such as coffee and cider companies. With a focus on sustainability and cost savings, Lightweight Containers, Inc. has established itself as a leader in the beverage packaging industry. The company operates globally, with a significant presence in North America and Europe, and is committed to providing excellent service and supply chain visibility to its customers. Read More
Solution	C.H. Robinson provided Lightweight Containers, Inc. with a comprehensive supply chain solution that leveraged the time difference between the United States and the Netherlands. By using Navisphere®, C.H. Robinson's logistics platform, Lightweight Containers, Inc. was able to streamline their order processing and optimize their supply chain operations. C.H. Robinson's team ran models to identify ideal warehouse locations close to customers, allowing Lightweight Containers, Inc. to adjust their warehouse strategy for better service and timelines. Additionally, C.H. Robinson's external tracking tool provided real-time visibility into order status, enabling Lightweight Containers, Inc. to share customized tracking links with customers for enhanced transparency and customer satisfaction. Read More Log in to view content
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Technology Category

Functional Applications - Fleet Management Systems (FMS)

Functional Applications - Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Applicable Industries

Food & Beverage

Packaging

Applicable Functions

Logistics & Transportation

Warehouse & Inventory Management

Use Cases

Fleet Management

Supply Chain Visibility

Warehouse Automation

Services

System Integration

Challenge

Lightweight Containers, Inc. faced challenges in managing their supply chain across North America due to working with multiple logistics providers. This resulted in a fragmented view of their supply chain and required additional work to ensure orders were processed and inventory levels were satisfactory. The company needed a more streamlined and efficient logistics solution to maintain their commitment to quality service and optimize their supply chain operations.

About Customer

Lightweight Containers, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing innovative, one-way, recyclable kegs for the beverage industry. Their products, KeyKeg® and UniKeg®, offer a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to traditional steel kegs. The company serves a wide range of customers, including large and small breweries, family-owned wineries, and other beverage distributors such as coffee and cider companies. With a focus on sustainability and cost savings, Lightweight Containers, Inc. has established itself as a leader in the beverage packaging industry. The company operates globally, with a significant presence in North America and Europe, and is committed to providing excellent service and supply chain visibility to its customers.

Solution

C.H. Robinson provided Lightweight Containers, Inc. with a comprehensive supply chain solution that leveraged the time difference between the United States and the Netherlands. By using Navisphere®, C.H. Robinson's logistics platform, Lightweight Containers, Inc. was able to streamline their order processing and optimize their supply chain operations. C.H. Robinson's team ran models to identify ideal warehouse locations close to customers, allowing Lightweight Containers, Inc. to adjust their warehouse strategy for better service and timelines. Additionally, C.H. Robinson's external tracking tool provided real-time visibility into order status, enabling Lightweight Containers, Inc. to share customized tracking links with customers for enhanced transparency and customer satisfaction.

Impact #1	Lightweight Containers, Inc. achieved a more streamlined and efficient supply chain by consolidating their logistics operations with C.H. Robinson.
Impact #2	The company was able to optimize warehouse locations based on customer proximity, improving delivery times and service quality.
Impact #3	The external tracking tool provided by C.H. Robinson enhanced supply chain visibility and allowed customers to track orders in real-time, leading to higher customer satisfaction.

Impact #1

Lightweight Containers, Inc. achieved a more streamlined and efficient supply chain by consolidating their logistics operations with C.H. Robinson.

Impact #2

The company was able to optimize warehouse locations based on customer proximity, improving delivery times and service quality.

Impact #3

The external tracking tool provided by C.H. Robinson enhanced supply chain visibility and allowed customers to track orders in real-time, leading to higher customer satisfaction.

Benefit #1	Recyclable kegs offered by Lightweight Containers, Inc. can save companies more than 60% on transportation costs due to their low weight and one-way shipping requirements.

Benefit #1

Recyclable kegs offered by Lightweight Containers, Inc. can save companies more than 60% on transportation costs due to their low weight and one-way shipping requirements.

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A supply chain solution that spans continents to support a growing new product line

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