Many think of rework services as a strategy to employ when something has gone wrong like a dumped load or missing pieces from manufacturing, but these services can be a lot more versatile than that. One way it can help is by boosting your supply chain’s delivery schedule through systemizing freight either before hitting the road or once a significant scheduling change has occurred. Here’s how:
It Mitigates Disruption
Dumped loads happen. If you’re working with a product line that requires shipping distribution services, eventually you’re going to have one caused by an unsecured load. That is, unless you have a system in place to regularly check and secure product before they dump. Warehouses with built-in benefits like rework services have the capability to minimize the damages and time that come with restacking, repackaging, and rewrapping freight before it can be accepted by a consignee.
It Prioritizes Your Route Planning
Having a streamlined route planned for your last mile deliveries is vitally important. Without one, you’re likely to waste time and fuel backtracking. But how much good is that route doing if your freight needs to be re-ordered at each drop spot? By reworking your freight once to optimize for your route, you can minimize time spent at each location as well as your driver’s stamina and safety. That way they’re covering more ground each day.
It Builds Up Your Branding
If you have a product that is cross-labeled by the manufacturer or has generic packaging that may not be appealing on the shelf, rework services are a great way to build your brand recognition. Reworkers can sort, segregate, and relabel freight and even repackage it into your own branded packaging. This step can simplify deliveries by improving brand recognition from clients as they receive the freight but also from customers as they approach your product on shelves. This way, they can feel secure that they’re receiving the correct product, and one more touchpoint with your branding will help them remember your product for the next time they need a replacement.
It Creates a Safer Work Environment
Having a dumped load on your hands is clearly less safe than having a neat and orderly truck, but the same can be said for any additional moving of freight needed beyond a simple removal from the truck. The truck driving population is aging rapidly as it continues to grow harder to recruit new talent in logistics. So, reducing exertion with rework and lumping services can extend careers, reduce liability, and streamline your warehousing process. Not only that, drivers can earn more while staying alert by using their work hours to focus on moving your supply chain forward.
Rework services are a great tool to have in your supply chain toolbelt in case of unexpected complications, but it can also get each last-mile delivery schedule off on the right foot before they leave the warehouse. The key to success is finding a warehouse with flexibility and safety at the heart of its values. Want to learn more about if rework services are right for you? Reach out to our team today.