81 / 140
/ 79
FROM COST
TO CREDIT
William Salter, Paragon Software Systems,
explains how to turn
transport departments into a source of cost savings and service
differentiation.
Introduction
Businesses operating within the global cement
industry face huge financial pressures, as
overcapacity, tighter environmental regulations,
and rising raw material, freight, and energy costs
squeeze margins. Transport remains a significant
overhead yet, when managed well, considerable
savings can be achieved, along with reduced carbon
emissions, improved service levels, and significant
differentiation. The latest routing and scheduling
software can help to streamline and enhance what
is a complex and costly requirement for many
companies.
Taking control
Manual route planning is simply not an option for
most businesses anymore. The diverse range of
parameters facing transport planners each day is