Food Equipment – A Major Logistic Challenge

AW2 Logistics has been serving the needs of one of the nation’s largest manufacturers and distributors of food equipment. We provide a one-stop range of services that directly address the logistics and challenges of the 21st Century Supply Chain. The logistics in the food equipment marketplace present unique challenges that companies must successfully navigate.

Here are some of the key categories:

1. Timely Delivery: Food equipment is often bulky and heavy, making transportation and delivery a logistical challenge. Manufacturers must ensure timely delivery to customers, which may involve coordinating with shipping companies and general contractors, managing inventory levels, and optimizing just-in-time transportation routes.

2. Assembly: Many food equipment installations require specialized technicians or contractors for proper setup, light assembly, and integration into existing facilities. Coordinating the delivery of equipment with the availability of skilled labor can be a logistical challenge, especially for projects across multiple locations.

3. Warehouse Sourcing: Finding, evaluating, and selecting suitable warehouse facilities for storing and managing a company's consolidated inventory within 30 miles of the delivery address for each job. This is a crucial aspect of supply chain management, especially for businesses that deal with physical goods.

4. Reverse Logistics: Manufacturers must have a robust reverse logistics system to handle returns, repairs, and replacements efficiently in the case of faulty equipment.

5. Global Distribution: Many food equipment manufacturers operate globally, which adds complexity to logistics operations. Differences in regulatory environments, customs clearance procedures, and transportation infrastructure across countries can pose significant challenges.

6. Cost Management: Effective logistics management is crucial for controlling costs associated with transportation, warehousing, inventory management, and distribution. Manufacturers need to optimize their logistics operations to remain competitive and maintain profitability.

AW2 Logistics will help you overcome these challenges by facilitating careful planning, collaboration with logistics partners, and implementing efficient processes and technologies, such as transportation management systems, warehouse management systems, and real-time tracking and monitoring solutions.

For more information, please contact us here: Kim McCloud, Director of Business Development, Office: 414-570.2281 / Cell: 414.870.2727 / Email

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