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Business Situation
The company’s logistics costs had increased steadily over multiple years following regional expansion and two acquisitions. Distribution infrastructure across Maharashtra and Gujarat had evolved independently over time, resulting in fragmented inventory visibility, inconsistent transit planning, and overlapping fixed operating costs across the network. Leadership had clear visibility into rising logistics expenses, but limited operational data to identify where inefficiencies were accumulating within the distribution model.
What the Consultant Did
An independent supply-chain consultant built a network optimisation model using two years of operational and transaction data across the company’s logistics footprint. The engagement included warehouse utilisation analysis, route and carrier review, inventory flow assessment, fixed-cost evaluation, and redesign of the regional distribution structure. Particular focus was placed on identifying underutilised infrastructure, improving delivery consistency, and introducing a more disciplined sales and operations planning cadence across the network.
What Changed
The company consolidated multiple low-efficiency distribution points into a smaller number of strategically located hubs while renegotiating carrier arrangements using centralised volume data. The revised structure improved logistics visibility, delivery planning, and operational coordination across the regional network.
Evidence, not adjectives.
The measurable changes recorded during or following the engagement.
Logistics costs reduced by 18% within six months
On-time delivery improved from 82% to 91%
Distribution infrastructure consolidated across Maharashtra and Gujarat
Centralised logistics visibility established across the network
