RateLinx Retail Solutions
Apparently, RateLinx integrated logistics technology is continuing to show success for the Retail logistics segment along with their suppliers, according to Dan Hatzenbuhler, Regional Vice President at RateLinx. Dan specializes in RateLinx’ Retail clientele, and is having success with our transportation management solution because it supports retailers’ critical business initiatives and strategies while providing the retailers’ suppliers with a more integrated – yet non-invasive – supply chain enhancement strategy.
Dan Hatzenbuhler is a former LTL company senior Vice President, and has been involved with RILA (Retail Industry Leaders Association) members for many years. “Our comprehensive portfolio of services helps our clients manage the complexities of a multi-modal logistics network, while improving efficiencies and reducing costs. The RateLinx integrated system produces client capabilities that create a competitive advantage and demonstrates value within the retail supply chain.”
Dan further explains the capabilities:
• Lane analysis and transportation sourcing to achieve consistent product movement and lowest landed cost
• Network optimization applicable on all modes of transportation
• Vendor compliance to established requirements
• Supply chain visibility
• P.O.# visibility
• Collaboration and planning
• Reducing lead time and meeting fulfillment needs
• Reducing inventory and distribution costs
• Transportation management tools that support daily operational needs and required functionality at multiple locations
• Pre-audit and freight payment based on client-specific rules
• Customized real time reports to manage corporate KPI’s
Dan Hatzenbuhler can be reached at 417-496-7563 for those companies in the retail/chain store segment interested in discussing how to improve their transportation strategies while improving logistics technology. Look for both Dan (dan.hatzenbuhler@ratelinx.com) and Angelo Savaiano, RateLinx’ Senior Vice President of Business Development (262-565-6150 ext. 112 angelo.savaiano@ratelinx.com) at the 2010 RILA Logistics Conference in Orlando February 21st through February 24th, and the NACDS (National Association of Chain Drug Stores) 2010 Supply Chain & Logistics Conference in San Antonio on February 28th through March 2nd to discuss how RateLinx can help your company.
