In a recent CNBC report titled “Why U.S. Ports Are Getting a $21 Billion Upgrade”, the US is getting serious about port infrastructure.
This transformative investment holds profound implications for the logistics and warehousing industry, and it’s imperative for businesses involved in this sector to take note.
This substantial infusion of funds is geared towards enhancing the efficiency and capacity of key ports nationwide. It’s a development that couldn’t come at a more opportune time, given the surging demand for streamlined transportation and warehousing solutions. The upgrade aims to alleviate the longstanding congestion and bottlenecks that have hindered the seamless operation of U.S. ports, which is a welcome relief for companies dependent on their smooth functioning.
A pivotal aspect of this expansive upgrade is the expansion of Atlanta warehousing facilities. For businesses seeking to optimize their supply chains and distribution strategies, these improved facilities will be invaluable.
In summary, CNBC’s insightful report sheds light on the momentous $21 billion investment poised to transform U.S. ports and revolutionize logistics and supply chain operations. The spotlight on Atlanta warehousing underscores its critical role in this upgrade, offering businesses a golden opportunity to bolster their distribution networks.
The Challenge
A nation-wide battery company serving the technology data center market needed a full-service partner who could bring them an end-to-end solution. The client needed to 1) ship new batteries to be installed directly to MyPorter’s reverse logistics distribution center 2) deliver product on- site in a specific sequence 3) pickup used batteries and score them appropriately based on their pre-developed rubric.
How we Helped
MyPorter provided a multi-faceted solution, receiving multiple truckloads of highly sensitive batteries that needed to be categorized and parceled out to multiple data center projects. MyPorter then used its dedicated fleet to distribute and then bring used batteries back to the MyPorter DC to be scored as “recycle,” “refurbish,” or “liquidate.” Our reverse logistics team scored every single product coming back from the data centers before ultimately distributing them back to the appropriate parties involved.
Results
MyPorter’s technology platform allowed the client to have a clear picture of what inventory was in the MyPorter DC and the disposition scoring of all reversed product. As a result of the performance, we have transitioned the engagement from project-based to an ongoing agreement. MyPorter has executed a version of this project no less than six times (and counting) at the time of this writing.
The Challenge
A relocation firm contacted MyPorter about a confidential, high level cast member leasing an Atlanta home for over year during a local shoot. The personal effects of the cast member were already en-route from Los Angeles and the agency needed a partner who could receive the furniture and personal effects, QA the condition of the goods, and then ultimately deliver and install the items in the rental home. To complicate matters, the owner of the rental required that anything moved in his home must be photographed and returned to its exact place prior the cast member moving in.
How we Helped
To proactively address these issues, MyPorter sent a project manager to the home to evaluate the location. Working with relocation agency, MyPorter delivered a flexible solution that accurately measured monthly storage pricing based on reduction in inventory levels and a flat, easily understood fee for delivery.
Results
The project went extremely smoothly with the new home installation resulting in a well-run operation and secure storage for highly personal effects. The client is gearing up to use MyPorter on another project in the Atlanta area.
An ad agency representing an alcoholic spirits company had a twice-yearly activation at a local Atlanta Trade show. The agency did not have the office space to hold their client’s exhibit and didn’t possess the infrastructure to storage, deliver, setup, and remove the Atlanta trade show exhibit itself. They needed a partner who could handle the process from beginning to end and faithfully store the items in a climate-controlled facility and handle the logistical challenges.
To proactively address these issues, MyPorter sent a project manager to the agency’s office to the materials and deliver an accurate quote. MyPorter delivered a flexible solution that accurately measured monthly storage pricing with discounts for long-term stays and a flat, easily understood fee for delivery and pickup.
The project went extremely smoothly with the exhibit installation and take-down resulting in a well-run operation and secure storage for the items. The client is gearing up to use MyPorter on another project in the Atlanta area.
A multi-national food distributor with operations in North America needed Atlanta overflow warehouse space and satellite distribution services in Atlanta, GA for six months while scaling up for the holiday season. They needed inbound, outbound shipping and receiving services along with a robust QC (quality control process) to ensure goods arrive and depart in satisfactory condition. In addition, they wanted the ability for quick and nimble delivery services to their primary DC in the event certain products were needed urgently. Finally, real-time transparency into their inventory down to the individual SKU was a requirement.
To proactively address these issues, MyPorter sent a project manager out to the company’s current industrial space. Working with the Senior Director and Senior Operations Manager running the distribution center, MyPorter delivered a flexible solution for each and every pallet coming from either the DC or their direct suppliers. A simple pricing structure was created for storage, handling services for inbound / outbound, exception management (e.g., pallet re-stacking, shrink wrapping), and full suite of technology visibility / reporting services using the MyPorter technology stack.
The client was thrilled with MyPorter’s performance (project in month six and no sign of stopping as of this writing – Jan ’20), offering to serve as a reference for future clients and investors. MyPorter is integral to their ability to hit growth targets, expanding their scale seamlessly with existing operations. MyPorter’s technology platform allowed the client to have a clear picture of what inventory was in the MyPorter DC at any one time and enabled seamless inbound and outbound requests with minimal manual work. MyPorter is proud to still count them as a client today.
The Challenge
A national HVAC contractor purchased a large quantity of finished product (condensers) and raw materials (copper) from China in advance of a large multi-family development project. He need the items categorized by SKU, storage for six months, and a phased delivery scheduled to their customer’s site as the items and materials were needed.
How we Helped
To proactively address these issues, MyPorter invited the client on-site to discuss the cadence and details. Working with the CEO of the HVAC contractor (our client) MyPorter delivered a flexible solution that accurately measured month storage pricing based on reduction in inventory levels and a flat, easily understood fee for delivery. A simple pricing structure was created for storage, handling services for inbound / outbound, exception management (e.g., pallet re- stacking, shrink wrapping), and full suite of technology visibility and reporting services using the MyPorter technology stack.
Results
The project went extremely smoothly with the construction site getting the correct parts and raw materials at precisely the right time, resulting in a well-run operation and secure storage for highly valuable inventory and no leakage. The client is gearing up to use MyPorter on another project in the Atlanta area.
A new furniture company was having trouble coordinating shipping container unloading, product sorting and QC, distribution to stores, and fulfilling online retail purchases. As their business grew and online became a larger portion of the business, these issues became more acute and were causing headaches that diverted attention from growing their business
MyPorter took over the full logistics process so they could focus on what they’re good at – designing and selling furniture. MyPorter coordinated the delivery, unloading, and sorting of all mixed-SKU containers from southeast Asia and conducted quality control checks to ensure furniture was delivered in good condition. As orders were received, MyPorter also coordinated fulfillment of product to online customers within 24 hours, fully automated without the customer’s manual intervention. MyPorter also supplies the client with bi-weekly cycle counts by SKU so that they always know what is left to sell and when new product needs to be ordered.
The client’s stress levels went down dramatically, and they were able to go back to doing what they really enjoyed – designing, marketing, and making their customers’ happy. Now the client has been able to start growing rapidly again without the constant worry of how to get products to their customers.
The Challenge
A eCommerce furniture retailer with a Los Angeles-only distribution and fulfillment center wanted to establish an East Coast hub to reduce shipping costs and time to customer. They needed a partner with the ability to receive floor-loaded containers from Vietnam shipped in through the Port of Savannah, distribute the product as needed, and fulfill daily orders to be shipped to individual customers via UPS.
How we Helped
MyPorter established clear, a-la-carte pricing for the various services required. The client received a flat rate charge per container for off-loading and palletizing the product in from overseas, monthly storage charges that flexed up and down based on product in the building each month, and a flat rate per order that was submitted by a certain time deadline each day. We quoted pricing for both same-day and next-day shipping that allowed the client to offer varying levels of service to their end customer.
Results
The client was thrilled with the optionality provided by MyPorter’s fulfillment and distribution services. They cut average delivery times to their East Coast customers by 2 days and saved 30{dcfbef177b452fa95c9a2a231a6698db2b4a56b7c9bd4d99399418f9838d54fe} on delivery costs, leading to higher customer satisfaction from their end customers. In addition, the CEO praised the team for allowing him to focus on selling and growing the business vs. monitoring the daily execution of their fulfillment and distribution logistics.
A national HVAC contractor purchased a large quantity of finished product (condensers) and raw materials (copper) from China in advance of a large multi-family development project. He need the items categorized by SKU, storage for six months, and a phased delivery scheduled to their customer’s site as the items and materials were needed.
To proactively address these issues, MyPorter invited the client on-site to discuss the cadence and details. Working with the CEO of the HVAC contractor (our client) MyPorter delivered a flexible solution that accurately measured month storage pricing based on reduction in inventory levels and a flat, easily understood fee for delivery. A simple pricing structure was created for storage, handling services for inbound / outbound, exception management (e.g., pallet re- stacking, shrink wrapping), and full suite of technology visibility and reporting services using the MyPorter technology stack.
The project went extremely smoothly with the construction site getting the correct parts and raw materials at precisely the right time, resulting in a well-run operation and secure storage for highly valuable inventory and no leakage. The client is gearing up to use MyPorter on another project in the Atlanta area.
A multi-national food distributor with operations in North America needed overflow warehouse space and satellite distribution services in for six months while scaling up for the holiday season. They needed inbound, outbound shipping and receiving services along with a robust QC (quality control process) to ensure goods arrive and depart in satisfactory condition. In addition, they wanted the ability for quick and nimble delivery services to their primary DC in the event certain products were needed urgently. Finally, real-time transparency into their inventory down to the individual SKU was a requirement.
To proactively address these issues, MyPorter sent a project manager out to the company’s current industrial space. Working with the Senior Director and Senior Operations Manager running the distribution center, MyPorter delivered a flexible solution for each and every pallet coming from either the DC or their direct suppliers. A simple pricing structure was created for storage, handling services for inbound / outbound, exception management (e.g., pallet re-stacking, shrink wrapping), and full suite of technology visibility / reporting services using the MyPorter technology stack.
The client was thrilled with MyPorter’s performance (project in month six and no sign of stopping as of this writing – Jan ’20), offering to serve as a reference for future clients and investors. MyPorter is integral to their ability to hit growth targets, expanding their scale seamlessly with existing operations. MyPorter’s technology platform allowed the client to have a clear picture of what inventory was in the MyPorter DC at any one time and enabled seamless inbound and outbound requests with minimal manual work. MyPorter is proud to still count them as a client today.
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