Logistics Outsourcing Experience

Our logistics consultants have extensive experience in outsourcing both simple and complex logistics requirements to third parties across an extensive range of industries and types of operations. Each year we manage the outsourcing of logistics contracts, within both the private and public sectors, to a value in excess of some £100m. In addition to outsourcing within the private sector we have also undertaken outsourcing within the public sector and therefore recognise the sector’s particular requirements.

Consultancy Support Provided

Logistics outsourcing consulting always commences by obtaining a clear understanding of the operational and service requirements and the organisations commercial objectives. Areas we can provide support:

• Advising how to structure the operation for outsourcing
• Advising on the most appropriate pricing structure – closed book, open book or hybrid
• Preparing appropriate data sets
• Preparing a detailed specification
• Advising on suitable third party contractors both nationally and internationally
• Preparing invitation to tender (ITT) documents
• Recommended KPI’s and reporting procedures
• Managing the logistics tender process
• Evaluating contractors submissions
• Preparing contractual agreements
• Assisting with contract negotiations
• Managing the implementation

Particular consideration is given to ensuring that performance monitoring is a key component within the reporting process, the pricing system encourages high standards of productivity, and includes an appropriate level of flexibility in the light of changing demands. 

Benefits of Outsourcing with Davies & Robson

We have provided clients with logistics outsourcing and tender management solutions for over 30 years. Our outsourcing knowledge gained from practical and consultancy experience allows us to fully understand requirements desired in a third party logistics service provider. This wealth of experience enables us to support you at each stage of the outsourcing process.