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Transport management

Many business processes start and end with transport. We support you in the development of a requirement-based transport solution and accompany you from analysis to the development of concepts and strategies and the implementation and controlling of measures. Cooperation contributes to efficient and environmentally friendly transport.

We analyse your transport processes and examine quantities, services, resources and CO2 and energy consumption, as well as IT support and efficiency. We use both modern and traditional tools such as SWOT analysis to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and risks. We are familiar with important trends and identify influencing factors. 

Our Services

1. Screening Check 
  • Situation analyses in the company on transport (quantities, services, resources, CO2 and energy consumption in transport, processes, IT support, profitability)
  • SWOT analysis (opportunities / risks, strengths / weaknesses), identification of problems/conflicts and need for action
  • Tailored environment analyses for the company with regard to relevant trends and influencing factors (focus on road/rail, traffic, regulation)
  • Opportunity and risk analyses
  • Definition of strategies and solutions, clarification of objectives
  • Conducting workshops within the company
2. Strategy / Concept
  • Preparing SWOT analyses for strategic discussion
  • Clarification of potential influence and scope for action
  • Identifying goals and directions
  • Identification of strategic options and concept development
  • Development and evaluation of measures according to fields of action • Preparation of action and implementation plans (road maps)
  • Conducting workshops within the company
3. Realisation and optimisation of measures 
  • Assistance with or development of feasibility studies
  • Preparation of specifications for the evaluation of implementation partners
  • Tendering strategies and tenders
  • Controlling and monitoring with post-evaluation of measures
  • External implementation project management, team leadership and reporting to management (only if services from points 1 or 2 have already been provided)

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Questions and answers on transport management

What is transport management and why is it important? 

Transport managementrefers to the planning, execution and monitoring of transportation processes in a supply chain. 

Transport planning includes selecting the best means of transport and suitable routes. This enables goods to be moved as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible. Transport execution involves managing freight documents and communicating with the relevant transport companies, among other things. 

Transport monitoring ensures that transports are monitored in real time to ensure prompt, smooth delivery. If incidents occur, the monitoring system enables a quick response. The plans can also be flexibly adapted as required. 

Transport management also involves monitoring freight costs. Costs can be optimised with targeted measures – for example through smart negotiations with transport companies. Warehouse management is also part of transport management. Coordination between the warehouses and the means of transport is important here. 

Rapp proposes the use of modern technologies to improve transport processes. GPS tracking, telematics and comprehensive data analyses make the supply chain transparent and reveal potential for improvement. 

Transport management by Rapp has various advantages. For example, it increases the efficiency of processes. This ensures lower costs and shorter delivery times. The latter increases customer satisfaction, thereby contributing to the company's positive image. 

The transport management measures also reduce the risk of delays, damage or loss of goods. And last but not least, well-thought-out transport management promotes sustainable practices. This is because choosing environmentally friendly means of transport and avoiding empty runs reduces CO₂ emissions. 

 

What services does Rapp offer in the area of transport consulting? 

Rapp offers a wide range of transport consulting services. Among other things, we analyse the potential for improvements in the commissioning company's logistics. To do this, we review the current status in terms of transport volumes, services, resources, energy consumption and CO₂ emissions. We also carry out a SWOT analysis to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and risks. 

We develop strategies and concepts from the results of our analyses. We also identify targets and draw up action and implementation plans. Of course, we can also help with the implementation. We develop feasibility studies and tendering strategies and are responsible for external project management during implementation. We then use controlling and monitoring to check the effectiveness of the measures. 

With our services, we support companies in establishing more efficient, economical and environmentally friendly transport processes. 

 

How do companies benefit from professional transport consulting? 

Transport advice from Rapp helps companies save time and money. Our consultants provide valuable advice and develop effective strategies to make transport management more efficient. Among other things, this can reduce empty runs. 

Our team's measures also ensure flexibility and scalability. We find customised solutions depending on the company's needs. This makes it easy to respond to seasonal fluctuations and unforeseen demand. 

Rapp's transport consulting can also ensure safe, reliable transport. Thanks to our activities, safety standards can be established that protect the people involved and the transported goods. Our transport management services allow those responsible to concentrate fully on their core objectives.

 

In which sectors is Rapp's transport management particularly suitable? 

Our support in transport management benefits companies in various sectors. Our services are particularly helpful in the following areas: 

  • In tourism, we offer customised transport consulting to help overcome specific logistical challenges.
  • Logistics in the food industry require precise planning. We develop solutions to optimise transport processes and ensure that food stays fresh.
  • Companies operating in industry and production require transport solutions that are precisely tailored to their needs. We design strategies that are a perfect fit for your requirements and processes.
  • In the retail sector, we support companies in the efficient organisation of their supply chains. And in doing so, our clients increase the satisfaction of their customers. 

 

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