The supply chain structure is determined by the design, planning and operation of four key drivers - the physical network, inventory management, transportation management and information systems. Together, these four drivers determine the responsiveness and cost efficiency of the entire supply chain. The result is the optimum alignment of the customer’s business objectives with their supply chain strategy.
The Physical Network
Flextronics’ Logistics Centers are strategically located around the world to ensure close proximity to our customers at the lowest cost. Several of these operations are located within the industrial park network and are equipped with state-of-the-art material handling, distribution and repair capabilities, including:
- Postponement/Pack Out
- Light Manufacturing
- Product Customization
- Distribution Services
- Fulfillment Services
- Reverse Logistics
- Product Repair
Inventory Management
The location and quantity of the inventory can dramatically impact the cost and responsiveness of the whole supply chain. Flextronics has extensive capabilities that help optimize the management of our customers’ inventory. We can implement the most cost efficient and responsive supply chain at optimal inventory levels through our capabilities and services:
- Strategic Procurement and Materials Sourcing
- Collaborative Planning
- Inventory Management Services
- Vendor Managed Inventory
- Hubs Operations
- Warehousing Services
- Accessories Management
- Cross-docking Services
- Postponement/Collaterals Material Management
- Spares Management
Transportation Management
Transportation has a major impact on the supply chains’ responsiveness and efficiency. Choosing the right combination of modes and routes determines the effectiveness in providing goods in the right place at the right time. Flextronics offers a vast range of transportation capabilities dedicated to helping our customers deliver products efficiently by helping to determine the optimal mode(s) of transportation, thereby maximizing serviceability at the lowest cost.
- Transportation Management
- Inbound Material Management
- Merge-in-Transit Services
- Optimal Route and Network Selection Services
- Carrier Selection and Routing Services
- Tracking and Tracing Services
- Trade Compliance
For more information about our transportation management services, please visit our website at www.flextronics-logistics.com
Information Systems
Information systems affect the whole supply chain performance since they impact the other drivers. We use state-of-the-art information systems to facilitate the flow of information between us and our customers.
- IT Integration
- Baan, FlexFlow, Agile, Atlas
- Order Fulfillment
- Quality Reporting/Control Systems
- WEb visibility and reporting via customer Web portals
IT Strategy and Implementation
In order to secure every possible advantage for our customers, Flextronics has made significant investments in Information Technology and internet software companies to ensure the integration of e-commerce solutions; improved order placement; tracking and fulfillment; mass customization/build-to-order capabilities; and 24/7 online order placement. The implementation of ERP business applications such as BaaN to achieve the highest level of standardization of our advanced software systems within every Flextronics department assures that OEMs receive a consistent, high level of quality and service anywhere in the world. In an effort to provide end-to-end operational services, Flextronics continues to invest in creating tools to manage information, understanding that information management will be one of the most important competitive advantages that we will have to offer in the future.
Logistics Systems
Flextronics’ operating system, Atlas, is tightly integrated with our manufacturing and supply chain planning. Atlas effectively manages the flow of inbound material directly to the point of consumption on the manufacturing floor.