SUCCESS STORIES
A global manufacturer with a complex distribution network lacked clear visibility into its true supply chain costs. Without a defined cost baseline, leadership struggled to evaluate tradeoffs in inventory, transportation, and warehouse utilization. Suspected inefficiencies—such as excess inventory, underutilized space, and costly transfer movements—could not be quantified or prioritized. The organization needed a data-driven foundation to better understand cost drivers and guide strategic decisions.
Alpine conducted a comprehensive network cost analysis to establish a detailed distribution cost baseline. The assessment evaluated transportation flows, transfer movements, inventory deployment, and warehouse utilization to identify inefficiencies and opportunities. Additional analysis included LTL benchmarking, port strategy review, and evaluation of specific business segments. The result was a structured cost model that provided clear visibility into where costs were incurred and where improvements could be made.
The company gained full transparency into its distribution costs, enabling more informed decision-making and strategic planning. Alpine identified $1.9M in savings through inventory repositioning and $3.8M in improved cash flow from better inventory utilization. An additional $1.7M in cost-saving opportunities was uncovered across the network. Overall, the engagement delivered a clear financial roadmap and a strong foundation for future global supply chain optimization.
