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	Ruan's Integrated Solutions for Efficient Supply Chain Management

Ruan's Integrated Solutions for Efficient Supply Chain Management

Technology Category	Functional Applications - Fleet Management Systems (FMS) Functional Applications - Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
Applicable Industries	Food & Beverage Transportation
Applicable Functions	Logistics & Transportation Warehouse & Inventory Management
Use Cases	Fleet Management Inventory Management Supply Chain Visibility
Services	Cloud Planning, Design & Implementation Services System Integration
Challenge	Ruan faced the challenge of managing a complex supply chain for a client dealing with fresh and frozen protein products. The client required efficient management of 7,500 annual truckload shipments, including 1,300 multi-stop shipments and 2,700 shuttle movements. Additionally, the client needed to ensure compliance with the Food Safety Modernization Act and manage freight claims throughout the supply chain process. The goal was to optimize transfer movements, consolidate costs, and improve overall supply chain efficiency while maintaining high safety and service standards. Read More
About Customer	Ruan is a leading third-party logistics provider with over eight decades of experience in transportation management. The company offers comprehensive supply chain solutions, focusing on continuous improvement, cost reduction, safety, and overall efficiency. Ruan collaborates closely with its customers to deliver tailored transportation solutions, leveraging experienced drivers, advanced equipment, and best-of-breed technology. The company is committed to providing invaluable value through its flexible Integrated Solutions, which are designed to meet the unique needs of each client. Read More
Solution	Ruan implemented a comprehensive logistics management solution to address the client's needs. The solution included managing inbound and outbound freight for plant operations and interplant warehouse activity, sourcing the best carrier partners, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. Ruan's team of four daily execution staff at the Des Moines logistics center oversaw the entire process. The solution also provided shipment visibility through a secure portal, allowing the client to track load data and delivery performance. Additionally, Ruan conducted regular business reviews to ensure continuous process improvement and potential cost savings. 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

Transportation

Applicable Functions

Logistics & Transportation

Warehouse & Inventory Management

Use Cases

Fleet Management

Inventory Management

Supply Chain Visibility

Services

Cloud Planning, Design & Implementation Services

System Integration

Challenge

Ruan faced the challenge of managing a complex supply chain for a client dealing with fresh and frozen protein products. The client required efficient management of 7,500 annual truckload shipments, including 1,300 multi-stop shipments and 2,700 shuttle movements. Additionally, the client needed to ensure compliance with the Food Safety Modernization Act and manage freight claims throughout the supply chain process. The goal was to optimize transfer movements, consolidate costs, and improve overall supply chain efficiency while maintaining high safety and service standards.

About Customer

Ruan is a leading third-party logistics provider with over eight decades of experience in transportation management. The company offers comprehensive supply chain solutions, focusing on continuous improvement, cost reduction, safety, and overall efficiency. Ruan collaborates closely with its customers to deliver tailored transportation solutions, leveraging experienced drivers, advanced equipment, and best-of-breed technology. The company is committed to providing invaluable value through its flexible Integrated Solutions, which are designed to meet the unique needs of each client.

Solution

Ruan implemented a comprehensive logistics management solution to address the client's needs. The solution included managing inbound and outbound freight for plant operations and interplant warehouse activity, sourcing the best carrier partners, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. Ruan's team of four daily execution staff at the Des Moines logistics center oversaw the entire process. The solution also provided shipment visibility through a secure portal, allowing the client to track load data and delivery performance. Additionally, Ruan conducted regular business reviews to ensure continuous process improvement and potential cost savings.

Impact #1	Ruan achieved a 10 percent increase in carrier efficiency by managing inbound freight and outbound opportunities.
Impact #2	The company saved $180,000 annually by optimizing transfer movements and consolidating washout and fuel costs.
Impact #3	Ruan increased quality food-grade drop trailer capacity, providing relief of production space and decreased labor costs.

Impact #1

Ruan achieved a 10 percent increase in carrier efficiency by managing inbound freight and outbound opportunities.

Impact #2

The company saved $180,000 annually by optimizing transfer movements and consolidating washout and fuel costs.

Impact #3

Ruan increased quality food-grade drop trailer capacity, providing relief of production space and decreased labor costs.

Benefit #1	10 percent increase in carrier efficiency.
Benefit #2	$180,000 annual savings by optimizing transfer movements and consolidating washout and fuel costs.
Benefit #3	96.46 percent Customer Satisfaction Survey score.

Benefit #1

10 percent increase in carrier efficiency.

Benefit #2

$180,000 annual savings by optimizing transfer movements and consolidating washout and fuel costs.

Benefit #3

96.46 percent Customer Satisfaction Survey score.

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Ruan's Integrated Solutions for Efficient Supply Chain Management

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