The Logistics Advantage for Startups

All startups begin as an idea, whether or not that idea turns into a viable business depends on many factors such as the production of a prototype, securing funding, marketing, and manufacturing. One aspect that often gets lost in the shuffle is the management of the supply chain, and more specifically the areas of logistics and transportation. Not having a solid plan for implementing and managing a logistics process can lead to considerable cost hikes or failure to deliver to end customers, two areas that can quickly sink a promising startup.

Why Is Logistics Important To a Startup?

When it comes to logistics operations, the delivery of orders should be a top priority. As previously mentioned, not being able to deliver is worst case scenario, but a close second is having to pay extra to rush delivery, cutting into what may be an already narrow profit margin

Logistics is crucial to a startup’s success as it involves the arrival of raw materials needed for production as well as the distribution of finished goods to customers. Most startups have their key personnel focused on product development, financing, marketing, and sales, as these are the major operations necessary for getting any startup off the ground. Few startups have personnel with logistics expertise, presenting a gap and a sizable risk that if filled can have a startup well on the way to success.

What are the Logistics Options for a Startup?

The first thing that a startup must do is put some focus on the logistics and transportation aspects of the supply chain. Some investment, in both time and money, must be earmarked for design and implementation of the company’s program. Part of this investment should involve acquiring sufficient expertise.

There are a few options to consider when it comes to obtaining said expertise, including directly hiring a logistics expert, working with a third party logistics provider (3PL), or forging a relationship with a fourth party logistics provider (4PL or Control Tower).

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Working with any 4PL provider will grant you logistics mastery. For over 25 years Allyn International has provided customized, best in class 4PL services to startups and established companies.

What Advantage Does Allyn Give a Startup?

Allyn’s platform provides the expertise but also includes a Transportation Management System (TMS), global knowledge of regulations and the freight market, and a vast and proven carrier network. By combing these ideas Allyn brings focus on the following to our clients: 

• Least Cost Transportation
• Accurate Rates
• Stable and Accurate Lead Times
• On-Time Delivery & Customer Satisfaction
• Carrier Compliance and Performance
• Digitization and Process Efficiency
• Tracking and Visibility
• Business Intelligence and Analytics

Allyn’s expertise spans across a number of industries, and while our solutions work for well-established global companies, they add more value when used by startups. Allyn personnel can implement a centralized program using our tried and true processes, our experienced personnel, our best in class customer service, and our attention to detail. Additionally, our flexibility and global presence have always allowed for timely, cost-effective implementations with a quick return on investment.

Summary

So whether your startup company needs a onetime consultation with an expert or a fully implemented 4PL solution, Allyn will leverage our experience, processes, systems, and personnel to ensure that your startup succeeds.

Allyn’s Mission Statement reads: “Providing exceptional professional services for the global marketplace, enabling our customers to succeed by focusing on their core business while inspiring our employees to achieve their full potential.” By partnering with Allyn, our customers enjoy the benefit of our services and knowledge while they remain focused on their core business. This combination will surely give them the competitive advantage, and for a startup, that’s a big step toward success. 

 

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About Allyn International

Allyn International is dedicated to providing high quality, customer centric services and solutions for the global marketplace. Allyn's core products include transportation management, logistics sourcing, freight forwarding, supply chain consulting, tax management and global trade compliance.  Allyn clients range from small local businesses to Fortune 500 firms. Allyn conducts business in more than 20 languages and has extensive experience in both developed and emerging markets. Highly trained experts are positioned throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. Allyn’s regional headquarters are strategically located in Fort Myers, Florida, U.S.A., Shanghai, P.R. China and Prague, Czech Republic. For more information, visit www.allynintl.com.