Situation
A global manufacturing client sought to enhance its logistics and supply chain operations by implementing a third-party logistics (3PL) solution. The 3PL warehouse would serve as a central hub for over 100 suppliers, ensuring just-in-time delivery to the client’s target locations. The project required integrating 3PL processes into existing SAP systems, managing budgets, and overseeing seamless implementation across stakeholders.
Task
Lighthouse Consultingswas tasked with:
1.Designing and implementing workflows for the 3PL solution to streamline supplier deliveries and improve just-in-time performance.
2.Integrating the 3PL processes into the client’s SAP systems while ensuring compatibility with existing tools.
3.Managing stakeholder engagement, including workshops with external vendors, SAP process managers, and consultants.
4.Overseeing project budgeting and ensuring timely execution.
5.Evaluating the feasibility of opening additional regional logistics hubs to support scalability.
Action
To address these challenges, Lighthouse Consultingsemployed a structured and collaborative approach:
•Stakeholder Workshops: Organized sessions with external vendors and SAP experts to map out and develop end-to-end workflows and processes for the 3PL solution.
•Process Integration: Worked closely with SAP consultants to integrate 3PL capabilities into existing systems, addressing compatibility and workflow automation.
•Project Management: Established clear milestones, tracked budget allocation, and provided regular updates to stakeholders to ensure project alignment.
•Regional Hub Feasibility: Conducted assessments for additional logistics hubs to evaluate their potential impact on supply chain efficiency and scalability.
Results
• Optimized Logistics: Successfully implemented the 3PL solution, reducing lead times and improving delivery accuracy for just-in-time operations.
•Seamless SAP Integration: Delivered a fully integrated system that streamlined workflows and eliminated redundancies.
•Cost Efficiency: Managed project budgets effectively, ensuring no overruns and achieving measurable ROI.
•Future-Ready Supply Chain: The feasibility study provided actionable insights into expanding regional logistics hubs to support growth and scalability.
