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Christopher Wiedemann

Customer Service vs. Delivery Efficiency 2 Replies

I was wondering how other companies handle the delivery time/day issue.   As it stands we are going to the same areas, some 80-100+ miles away, multiple times a week, on single day/8 hour routes. Als…

Started by Christopher Wiedemann in Transportation. Last reply by Andy Hedrick Mar 1.

Michael J. Tette

Credit on Customer Returns 2 Replies

Does anyone charge any type of restocking fee for customer order errors? We spend a great deal of time with paperwork, product inspection, and restocking to salvage these food items that have been mo…

Tagged: Restock, Credit

Started by Michael J. Tette in Warehousing. Last reply by Dick Hairston Feb 15.

Sarah Fuller

Pulling tandems 3 Replies

I am curious what other companies are paying drivers for pulling LCVs and pups? 

Started by Sarah Fuller in Transportation. Last reply by Steve Potter Feb 3.

Angie Morris

Driver Compensation 2 Replies

I'm looking to gain some information on driver compensation. We are reviewing our current pay structure, and want to know how we compare to other similar organizations. Knowing this is confidential i…

Started by Angie Morris in Transportation. Last reply by Angie Morris Feb 1.

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Andy Hedrick replied to the discussion 'Customer Service vs. Delivery Efficiency'
This article explains how one company handled the issue of time windows versus efficiency by working with their sales team and utilizing automated fleet routing technology. Hope it helps - http://appianlogistics.com/index.php/132/case-studies/kuna-f…
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