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Logistics Services
Often, the baker allocates much of his or her efforts, expertise and resources to
production (finding a comfort level here), and thus has limited familiarity with
the importance of the loading and delivery of the product. Distribution has become a far more complex subject due to dramatic technical advances in the
area today. Planning for the most effective and economical solution to your
bakery’s logistics functions is one of the many challenges facing a wholesale
baker today.
We, at Long, keep our members updated on the latest developments in management of
resources, which includes getting the product to market in a profitable, safe
and efficient manner.
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Preventive maintenance, fuel management, tire programs, shop operation and
mechanic productivity |
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Delivery systems, scheduling, vehicle specifications and/or modifications,
driver productivity and safety and Product Flow Studies |
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Labor efficiency studies, product flow analyses, layout and space utilization and
depot operations |
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Leasing programs, Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) regulations, driver
training, distribution organization studies, route mileage studies and back
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Change is occurring frequently and rapidly in the area of distribution offering
challenges, but more important - opportunities! Consider the following:
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Electronic management of delivery systems |
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Clean air regulations |
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Increased investment in vehicles, fuel,
maintenance, taxes and insurance with resulting tax implications |
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Computerized sorting, picking, loading, shipping
and delivery
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When requested, The Long Company can conduct Logistic Audits, which provide detailed
data on all phases of the bakery’s distribution systems allowing
identification of areas where improvement may be needed.
To find out more about what The Long Company can do for your bakery, contact
Doug Windeler, President at 1.800.400.8615 (ext. 200) or send an e-mail to:
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