| Strategic Sourcing and Operational Analyses |
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| Assessment |
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Systematic, business process analysis, conducted by experienced professionals is a priority. Understanding the current "as-is" state, as it relates to current strategic or operational objectives is a vital informational baseline. Typically, the initial phase begins with a data rich Opportunity Assessment.
Developing potential savings and operational improvements requires at least this initial "snapshot" understanding of the current situation, as well as drafting the "what-if" scenario for going to market with a direct or indirect RFP
Assessing the opportunity uncovers the potential value locked within related business units by analyzing business systems and sometimes disparate data repositories. The initial assessment delivers insight and business intelligence, providing results for the client with immediate options for current and future direction.
Start with Punctuate Systems, to gain insight, to leverage opportunity.
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| Sourcing Category Experience |
Direct Materials & Services
- Chemicals (Cosmetic, Food Grade)
- Packaging (CPG, Beverage)
- Raw Materials (wood chips)
- Automotive (component parts)
In-Direct Materials & Services
Transportation:
- Ground Transportation (TL, LTL, InterModal, Dedicated, Milk-Run, Fleet)
- Rail (Unit Trains, TOFC, Intermodal)
- Air (all Worldwide express and weight-break categories)
- Ocean (20', 40', Reefer, Standard, High Box)
- Waterway (Barge, Loose Cargo)
Purchased Goods & Services:
- MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operating Supplies and Services)
Security Services
Janitorial Services and Supplies
Hardware & misc parts and supplies
- Printed Materials (catalogs, posters, inserts, multi-piece)
- Point of Purchase (Display: Neon, Posters)
- Corrugated & Fiber
- Information Technology (PCs, Memory)
- Travel & Corporate Card
Assess the savings opportunity with Punctuate Systems capabilities.
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| Ground Transportation
Full Truckload (TL)
Less than Truckload (LTL)
InterModal (IM)
Fleet (owned or leased)
Milk run (daily round trips)
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Rail Transportation
InterModal (IM)
Trailer on Freight Car (TOFC)
Unit Trains
Network Analysis / Development
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| Analytic & Data Management Support |
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