O QUE É LOGÍSTICA DE TRANSPORTE (Pode Ser a Vantagem Competitiva do Seu Negócio)

What is transport logistics? This subject is a key point for all types of companies. Because transport is one of the main branches of logistics.

Being a fundamental pillar for operational success and customer satisfaction. And it involves a lot of planning, good execution and efficient control of the flow of goods, information and resources. All this to ensure that products reach their final destination in a punctual and efficient manner.

Therefore, we will explain here what transport logistics is, all its great advantages and 6 mandatory pillars to be successful with this subject. Everything in a practical and summarized way. You want to receive tips and information to set up your own business.

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ITS MAIN ADVANTAGES 3. 6 MANDATORY PILLARS TO WORK IT So, let's go! 1.

WHAT IS TRANSPORT LOGISTICS Transport logistics refers to the coordinated management of different means of transport. From the moment a product leaves the production site until it is delivered to the consumer. This encompasses the use of various means.

Whether by rail, road, air, water, pipelines, among others. Everything to ensure the proper movement of products throughout the entire supply chain. Always aiming for the most economical, agile and safe ways.

2. YOUR MAIN ADVANTAGES Efficient logistics planning through routes and the optimized use of transport means help to minimize operational costs. Because in addition to defining the set and combination of the most economical and efficient means, it is possible to have specialization on the part of employees and managers.

Because everyone knows exactly what needs to be done. This will reduce the number of failures and possible rework. As a result, your company will have punctual and accurate deliveries of products or items.

This, in the end, contributes to customer satisfaction, strengthening the company's reputation. Likewise, well-structured logistics can become a competitive advantage. Because it allows the company to meet market demands in an agile and effective way.

Staying ahead of the competition. And agile, safe and efficient deliveries are highly valued by consumers. But it is very important to keep in mind that implementing efficient transport logistics requires understanding that each type of merchandise requires specific precautions to guarantee its integrity until its final destination.

Therefore, it is essential to ensure that all participants in the delivery process are properly trained and equipped to carry out transportation properly. In this way, this approach allows you to minimize possible damage to products or items during transportation, without compromising costs. Furthermore, efficient logistics processes result in a more agile supply chain , enabling more effective management of available resources.

In other words, it greatly reduces the delivery time of the products or items in question. Whether for customers, partners, among others. In the end, transport logistics is a fundamental part of business dynamics.

In other words, companies that invest in optimizing this matter reap the rewards of operational efficiency, greater competitiveness and lasting customer satisfaction. Therefore, understanding and improving transport logistics should be a priority for any enterprise that seeks to stand out in a dynamic and challenging market. 3.

6 MANDATORY PILLARS TO WORK IT 1. ROUTE AND ITINERARY MANAGEMENT Developing a very detailed strategic plan to determine the most efficient routes and itineraries that optimize time and resources is mandatory. This way, understand each stage of transportation as a whole.

This way, it will be possible to identify each need and possible bottlenecks that may occur. In other words, it will be possible to focus on where it really matters. Including highlighting objectives and goals that need to be achieved.

2. SELECTION OF TRANSPORT MEANS Choice of the most appropriate means of transport based on the nature of the products, urgency of delivery and associated costs. At the same time, consider time and investment for the maintenance of each means of transport.

Therefore, monitor the individual preservation status of each means of transport. This requires the implementation of preventive maintenance. Establishing a calendar of periodic inspections to detect any faults in vehicles and rectify them before they become problems.

By doing this, it will be possible to minimize the chances of defects or breakages occurring during transport, for example. 3. INVENTORY MANAGEMENT Having excellent stock control is also essential.

Everything to avoid excesses or shortages of products or items. Thus, ensuring efficient distribution of products. In fact, if you want to understand how to have good inventory management in your company, watch our video that explains this in a very practical way.

If you want to watch it, just click on this button above or on the link we leave in the description. 4. MONITORING AND TRACKING Always monitor and track each shipment and stage of transport logistics.

In addition to ensuring that products or items are being delivered as planned. By doing this, it will be possible to identify possible errors, problems or bottlenecks to be resolved. And here, the use of technologies to plan and track products in real time, ensuring visibility and control throughout the supply chain is also recommended.

Nowadays, there are many options available, and it is possible to work with the one that best fits your company's needs and circumstances. 5. MAINTAIN GOOD RELATIONSHIPS Another important point is to cultivate solid relationships with everyone involved in the process.

In certain circumstances, it may be important to enlist the assistance or understanding of specific people. Whether suppliers, employees, customers or outsourced service providers. At these moments, partnership becomes crucial.

Therefore, establish proximity between the parties, allowing a feeling of mutual collaboration. After all, success at one stage is linked to success at another. And this approach results in greater harmonization of the process, promoting its fluidity and efficiency.

6. EVALUATE CHALLENGES WELL And to work your transport logistics well, you need to pay attention to challenges. For example: QUALITY CONDITIONS OF TRANSPORTATION ROUTES Make sure that the routes drawn up are suitable for transport to be carried out in a coherent manner.

For example: when opting for road transport, such as trucks, understand whether the roads or highways have conditions that do not affect the quality and delivery time. Especially because depending on the location, there are roads in precarious conditions. In this case, consider possible accidents that could be caused, vehicle wear, among other points to understand whether it is worth following this route.

Or find better, safer alternatives. SECURITY Likewise, it is necessary to guarantee the security of freight. Be it the products, items, the team responsible for transportation, whatever.

Unfortunately, there are many regions with problems with robberies and theft. And this needs to be considered in your transport logistics management as well. FUEL PRICE Another important point is to consider the variation in fuel prices.

This is a subject that fluctuates a lot. Therefore, it is important to consider how much fuel is used for each part of the logistics. Therefore, calculate a coherent value and budget that does not represent losses for the company.

REVERSE LOGISTICS In the world of logistics, reverse logistics is basically the strategy of planning, executing and supervising the reverse flow of materials, products and information. From the point of consumption to the origin, aiming at the recovery, recycling or environmentally conscious disposal of solid waste generated throughout the life cycle of products. In other words, reverse logistics encompasses the complete administration of the reintegration of products, packaging and other materials into the production cycle, allowing their reuse, recycling or appropriate disposal.

This approach involves the collection, transportation, storage, sorting, treatment and final disposal of this waste, ensuring safe and sustainable disposal. And this is a subject that needs to be considered a lot. Because it involves investments, teams, resources, structure, time and processes.

The same goes for returning products from customers, where it is generally the company itself that pays for return shipping. Therefore, in general, knowing how to deal with these challenges is a fundamental part of being able to have good management and planning of your transport logistics. Did you see how Transport Logistics requires careful planning with very close monitoring?

This is a subject that, if well addressed, will certainly become a great competitive advantage for your business. Can believe! And there?

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