We are always thinking one step aheadConsulting, Engineering & Optimization in Logistics Networks
How can we help you?
Optimization distribution footprint
Opportunities
Building Materials Europe (BME) (previously CRH Europe Distribution) sells building materials to professional builders, specialist heating and plumbing installers and consumers through a large network of outlets operating under trusted local and regional brands. The Group is active in two main business areas: General Builders Merchants (GBM) and Sanitary, Heating and Plumbing (SHAP).
Solution
Financial and qualitative business case for different future distribution scenario’s on:
- operational costs (transport, warehousing, inventory)
- (des-)investments
- transition costs
- Customer service levels, flexibility and reliability
Benefits
Optimal strategic direction of the Belgium distribution footprint with the optimal customer service (lead-time) against a minimum logistics spend.
If you would be interested to discuss your actual logistics or supply chains challenges in more detail, please contact our specialist.
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Consulting firm with over 55 years of experience.
Availability of a European logistics database with benchmark figures on transportation and warehouse costs.
Full scope expertise on network design, as well as warehouse design (conceptual layout, logistics - and storage equipment) and logistics building design (engineering and investment calculations).
Ability to support implementation of new logistics concepts (70% of Groenewout revenue is with existing customers in follow-up/implementation projects.
Extensive operational knowledge, hands-on, pragmatic and bottom-up approach.