Outsourcing Evaluation

The decision to outsource the warehouse and/or transportation segments of your supply chain can have significant, lasting impacts on your business. It’s a decision that should be made with a 360 view on how it will impact the broader infrastructure and carefully evaluated based on data and strategic analysis. As a company focused on helping businesses of all-sizes shape and manage their supply chain, St. Onge delivers a uniquely strategic view of how third-party logistics (3PL) outsourcing can impact operations.

Our applied engineering approach to process, operations and logistics analysis delivers a total view of 3PL evaluation. We assess your current fulfillment and transportation processes to understand your needs and what segments might be stifling profitability or growth. Once we determine the components and processes best-suited for an outsourced relationship, we can support drafting service parameters, evaluating and selecting providers as well as ongoing vendor evaluation. Our total approach includes:

• Process review and evaluation
• Risk versus benefit assessments and analysis
• Technology evaluation
• 3PL cost analysis
• Documentation and related request for information (RFI) development
• Vendor evaluation, selection and procurement
• Education and resources on effective management to ensure you get the most from your relationship
• Ongoing provider audits and evaluations

While deciding to outsource third-party logistics can offer enhanced capabilities, flexibility, cost savings and improved service levels when managed correctly, it can also introduce risks and areas of exposure that must be carefully considered.

You need a partner on your side who knows the process inside and out. You need St Onge.

If you’re considering how 3PL outsourcing can drive gains in your bottom line, reach out to the 3PL team. We look forward to learning about your business and supply chain needs.