National Logistics Day- June 28th

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Did you know June 28th is National Logistics Day? 


On average, the cost of logistics is approximately 8% of everything we purchase. Consumers rarely think about this when looking for cheap delivery. In Distributorland, the logistics folks are often overlooked unless your customer has a complaint. People seldom call up to say what a great job they are doing. So yes, they deserve a day!

These behind-the-scenes employees work hard to keep our customers happy, often working extended hours to meet expectations. Those in logistics have also encountered changes at every turn. Just like in sales, the landscape has evolved significantly over the past few years.  

Has your department evolved? 

Answer the following questions to see if your warehouse/logistics operations are keeping up the pace with changes in the world:

1.   How are items placed in your warehouse?  Are they by location?

2.   What process/tools do you use, like wave picking, to make order processing more efficient?

3.   How are errors (shipping, receiving, lost inventory) tracked in your organization?

4.   Is cycle counting conducted to ensure that fast-moving items are counted at least 4 times a year?

5.   What process do you use to write off dead stock and other unsellable inventory?

6.   What is the procedure for efficiently handling returns and defective materials?

7.   What is the cost of running your delivery truck?

8.   Do you use GPS tracking on delivery vehicles to expedite deliveries?

It's a lot to think about and a lot to manage. Making some small changes and setting aside time to plan and review can make a big impact on your bottom line.

So pass out a treat or two and let them know how business couldn't run without them!



Frank Hurtte, shown here as an AI-enhanced robotic sales superhero, knows the world of distributor sales inside and out. He has written 6 books with another in the works. 

His love of coaching new recruits has prompted the writing of The New Sales Guy Project and the formation of small group courses aimed at boosting rookie salespeople in their first year on the job!

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