Manufacturers need raw materials to manufacture their products and they need to get them on time. It is easy for problems such as a lack of visibility in the supply chain or inadequate technology to cause delays. A lack of raw materials has a domino effect that interferes with production and has many negative consequences for a business. Trailer spotting services using experienced, trained drivers, digital solutions and specialized equipment can help manufacturers to receive their raw materials on time.
Raw materials inventory
Most manufacturers keep some kind of minimum inventory for raw materials used in production. Keeping raw material levels up-to-date ensures that you always have exactly the right amount in your warehouse so you don’t have too much cash tied up in inventory or run out. When you efficiently manage your raw inventory, your business becomes easier to manage. Too much or too little raw material inventory is a significant problem.
Pain points in the yard
Manual processes and locating equipment in the yard are two big pain points that lead to inefficiencies and late deliveries of raw materials. Many problems are due to a lack of real-time visibility in the yard.
The time spent manually spotting trailers for loading or inventory management results in significant labor costs. Limited space, overtime costs and scheduling difficulties are other challenges that can cause problems.
What are trailer spotting services?
Trailer spotting services offer dedicated drivers and specialized equipment to move trailers. A driver will pick up a loaded trailer, leave the empty trailer and then pick up a loaded trailer. Specialized equipment is used to unload or load and shift the spotted trailer. This process makes the shipping process more convenient and the supply chain efficient.
Advantages of using trailer spotting services
Using trailer spotting services means that wait times are reduced and a trailer can be loaded at your convenience which means that you will receive your raw materials on time. You won’t have to pay unnecessary charges like driver detention.
Your shipment of raw materials will be able to flow through the yard and warehouse efficiently. Qualified drivers will make sure they deliver your materials in time using cost-effective solutions.
Digital solutions
The best trailer spotting services use technology, such as RFID technology, to identify where merchandise is located in the yard. Instantaneous yard checks can prevent misplaced shipments. Using RFID tags facilitates the movement of a trailer through the gate and to its appropriate place in the yard.
This eliminates time-consuming manual checks at the gate. Using a dynamic appointment management tool to automatically update schedules ensures maximum utilization of resources.
Contact us
EGA Logistics is a third-party logistics provider that offers trailer spotting services. We will accommodate your trailer spotting needs and make sure you receive excellent customer service. Focus on what you do best and we will provide personalized service for you. Contact us at +1 (888) 496-1102 if you have any questions or would like to receive a quote.
