Case Study
Engineering & Manufacturing
Custom logistics solutions for more efficiency
Challenge
While Nidec excels in motor manufacturing, the company wanted to enhance the efficiency and precision of its logistics and warehousing. Nidec sought a specialised logistics partner to manage these processes, so they could maintain focus on their core business.
Solution
As a logistics and warehousing expert, MBS Logistics took over Nidec’s entire warehousing process. The first step involved analysing Nidec’s specific requirements and then developing a tailored logistics concept. MBS Logistics created a solution to cover all essential requirements, including handling serial numbers, first-in-first-out (FIFO) methods, storage of large and small parts and value-added services (VAS).
The solution developed for Nidec included:
- Goods receipt: Efficient reception and inspection of incoming goods.
- Inventory management: Precise monitoring and management of stock levels.
- Order processing: Reliable processing and fulfilment of customer orders.
- Picking: Careful product selection and assembly.
- Packaging: Safe and efficient goods packaging for shipment.
- Shipping: Punctual and reliable product shipping.
- Continuous improvement process (CIP): Ongoing logistics process optimisation.
- Dispatch: Transport organisation and execution.
- Distribution logistics: Efficient distribution of products to end customers.
Result
The collaboration with MBS Logistics enabled Nidec to streamline its logistics and focus more on its core business activities. The tailored warehousing solution provided reliable inventory management and ensured timely deliveries to customers worldwide.