Knoll Incorporated - Page 2 of 2 - Logistics Case Studies

Reduced International Transportation Costs, Increased Order Visibility, Improved Customer Service

Penske’s China-based team manages Knoll’s orders from inception to actual pick-up at the supplier’s dock. This detailed product availability and visibility reduces Knoll’s transportation costs by routing its shipments using the most economical mode, while Penske continues to explore consolidation opportunities on each shipment.

Penske’s intimate understanding of the product and manufacturing process allows for proper routing of materials to either the manufacturing facility in the United States or to a de-consolidation point for line-hauling the needed product to the proper facility. Once the product is delivered, Penske continues to provide value to Knoll by providing a single, itemized weekly invoice for all international shipments and detailed performance reporting on all activity managed.

Penske’s successful international transportation management solution continues to provide value for Knoll. Improved route optimization efforts reduce air/ocean transportation costs as well as cycle times.

Currently, Knoll’s planning and buying teams receive multiple updates weekly of all open international shipments. The added visibility and control over Asian shipments encourages Knoll to increase its Asian supplier base. As Knoll’s supply chain continues to grow and expand to other regions of the globe, Penske’s solution will adapt to the new challenges while minimizing costs and inefficiencies.

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