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Whether you’re faced with increasing transportation costs, or want to increase your customer service offering, we’ll help to develop different options to optimise your entire transport network.

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Transport network improvements

How do you meet customer demands and keep costs as low as possible given the challenges in today’s logistics industry? The answer is through implementing a well-optimised transport network strategy.

At Hatmill we’ll help you to identify and implement an optimised network that’s flexible enough to adapt to your company’s ever-changing needs. We’ll take advantage of all available transport modes in order to deliver the lowest possible cost, while providing visibility and reliability for your customers. 

Our services include full network planning, dynamic scheduling, and predictive maintenance to prevent disruptions. By integrating the latest technologies and deep industry expertise, we’ll deliver customised strategies that adapt to your unique needs, driving growth and sustainability.

What is transport network optimisation?

Transport network optimisation refers to the process of enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of a transportation system. It includes analysing and improving route planning, traffic flow, and resource allocation to minimise travel time, fuel consumption, and operational costs. This process uses advanced analytics, real-time data, and predictive modelling to identify bottlenecks and optimise product flows. 

Effective transport network optimisation leads to better service reliability, reduced environmental impact, and increased customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of goods and services.

Process & considerations

The Hatmill approach to transport network optimisation

Our expert transport and logistics experts will support your project from start to finish. We’ll evaluate your current transportation network, propose alternative solutions, and stress-test options over a 5-10 year period to ensure our recommendations are the right fit for your business. Here’s how we’ll do it and what we’ll consider:

Data collection & analysis

We’ll begin by gathering data on your current transportation routes, vehicle usage, delivery times, and costs. We’ll then analyse this data to identify opportunities for improvement.

Route optimisation

We’ll use advanced algorithms and software to optimise your network. This step aims to minimise travel distances and times, reducing fuel consumption and operational costs.

Resource allocation

We’ll then allocate vehicles and drivers efficiently based on demand patterns and delivery schedules. Proper resource allocation ensures optimal use of assets and improves service levels.

Implementation

The optimised routes and resource plans will then be applied within your transport network. This involves updating systems, training staff, and communicating changes to all stakeholders.

Monitoring & adjustment

We’ll continuously monitor the performance of the transport network using key performance indicators (KPIs) and make necessary adjustments based on real-time data and feedback to maintain efficiency.

Continuous improvement

We’ll also regularly review and refine the optimisation strategies, incorporating new technologies and best practices to ensure the transport network remains efficient and responsive to changing needs.

“It is always useful to have an expert independent view on best practice. Hatmill has developed a great understanding of our business, and we continue to work towards implementing many of their suggestions.”

– Jo Richardson, Finance Director, Hugh Rice Group

Logistics options and cost analysis

Through a combination of centre of gravity modelling and network design software we’ll model different variations of transport fleet mix and distribution locations, to identify options that improve service for your customers and keep overall operating costs down.

Total logistics network costs

We can take a holistic view and input these transport options into your warehouse network to get an understanding of your total network cost. We’ll ensure any designs and scenarios are aligned to your overall supply chain strategy and customer proposition, and help you strike the right balance to meet SLAs and manage costs.

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