By Quinton de Villiers “Out-of-the-box” thinking is reinventing “last-mile” fulfilment, the last step in the supply chain that is currently the most crucial and problematic for retailers. Poor road infrastructure, geocoding issues, extremely remote areas and intense security that inhibit access to locations are among those factors that contribute towards the high costs and…
Bridgewater Logistics’ clients have peace of mind knowing that their logistics needs have been outsourced to a team of skilled and experienced professionals while they focus on their core responsibilities. “One of the key benefits of partnering a reputable third-party logistics (3PL) provider is access to specialist logistics skills and knowledge. Part of our role…
Inventory management is among the main challenges small businesses face during the gestation period. “It ranks right up there with limited access to finance and difficulties in finding customers. Some of these businesses don’t track their inventory while others do not even have such a register. This can lead to late shipments, delayed order processing…
By Quinton de Villiers Global road transport companies are harnessing the significant advances made in telematics technology to achieve new levels of productivity and efficiency, and their South African counterparts are gradually following suit. At the most basic level, telematics technologies have enabled the improved monitoring of driver behaviour to bolster productivity and realise…
Bridgewater Logistics’ state-of-the-art crossdocking operations support growing trends in supply-chain management, including just-in-time deliveries, as well as increased collaboration among participants and the rapid deployment of new and sophisticated technologies in supply chains. “Our crossdocking operations reduce, or completely eliminate the time and costs of holding and handling inventory. This includes routing material and…
Partnering Bridgewater Logistics, one of the country’s leading third-party logistics providers (3PLs), has enabled businesses of various sizes to significantly increase their capacity to execute transactional and tactical warehouse processes. This is in addition to eliminating the need for fixed warehousing assets and reducing operating costs. Importantly, businesses also have access to the insights of…
By Quinton de Villiers South Africa needs to urgently adopt a radically different approach to road safety if it intends solving its high road mortality rate. It stands out as among the highest in the world, with more than 130 000 people having lost their lives in accidents over the past decade. A sound starting point…
Many smaller companies are partnering Bridgewater Logistics to provide them with the flexibility they need to establish and scale-up their distribution models, as well as grow into new markets with diverse customers. “Partnering an experienced warehousing and distribution specialist provides flexibility in the supply chain and transportation network, as well as within the warehouse.…
Bridgewater Logistics’ project-management arm is known for the high quality of its bespoke warehousing and distribution strategies. Quinton de Villiers, managing director of Bridgewater Logistics, says that there are a number of factors to consider when planning a transport logistics strategy. “It transcends storage facilities and deliveries to the exact location,” De Villiers says. “A…
While outsourcing transport and logistics functions to a seasoned third-party logistics (3PL) provider will lead to efficiencies and cost-savings, a decision to do so needs to be done responsibly to mitigate any potential risks. Firstly, it is vital to ensure that control over the transport and logistics functions is handed over to a reputable and…