Rail Track, Trace & Intervention Case Study – Tank Cars

PROCESS

• Establish baseline fleet performance prior to implementation
• Track, trace, and expedite entire fleet throughout the cycle, loaded and empty
• Provide Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) services to key customers to facilitate management of railcar deployment at their facilities

RESULTS

• Average loaded transit time reduced from 8.36 to 7.42 days (0.96 day reduction)
• Average empty transit time reduced from 10.48 to 9.12 days (1.36 day reduction)
• Average destination dwell reduced from 8.5 days to 5 days (3.5 day improvement)
• Average cycle time improved by 5.8 days
• 50% inventory reduction at key customers

TOTAL SAVINGS IDENTIFIED: $3MM

Please contact us today to see how we can help you more effectively manage your inventory and reduce your transportation costs.