99% On-Time Delivery Transforms Operations

Client Challenge

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A manufacturer faced difficulties managing the supply and storage of parts at three European production sites. Due to supplier minimum order quantities (MOQs) not aligning with production schedules, the sites had to hold large buffer stocks.

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These bulk deliveries caused inefficiencies in both storage space and working capital. The manufacturer also experienced frequent "line-down" situations caused by low supplier on-time delivery rates, impacting production flow and profitability.

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Our Solution

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Leveraging our local European warehouses, GSS aligned deliveries with the manufacturer’s production schedules.

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• Stock management: GSS held buffer stock at our three local hubs, ensuring parts were readily available to meet the customer’s demand.
• Frequent deliveries: We transitioned the delivery model to daily and weekly shipments of smaller quantities, allowing the manufacturer to meet its call-off and Kanban production needs seamlessly.
• Consolidated supplier management: We took over the responsibility for managing supplier performance, lead times, and delivery schedules, ensuring timely and efficient supply chain operations.

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The Results

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On-time delivery rates increased to over 99%

This improved delivery performance drastically reduced production downtime and line-down situations.

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Stock hold cut by 90% across the three sites

By reducing the need for buffer stock, the manufacturer was able to free up valuable on-site storage space.

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