Services · Strategic Consulting

Supply chain strategy that successfully translates into operational execution.

Whether dealing with growth, cost pressure, or geopolitical risks, a supply chain strategy is only as effective as its execution. We translate 30 years of operational expertise into a robust and resilient target operating model—incorporating customs, tax, and risk perspectives—and partner with you through to measurable operational impact.

Areas of Expertise

What we strategically resolve for you

Three pillars of a sustainable strategy: Strategy & Vision, Resilience & Mitigation, Execution & Impact – from initial scenario planning to stable operations.

Strategy & Target Vision

Supply Chain Strategy & Target Operating Model

Where does your supply chain stand, and where should it be in five years? We develop a target vision derived from business strategy and operational reality—concrete enough to drive actionable decisions rather than slide decks.

Strategy & Target Vision

Network & Location Strategy

Locations, inventory levels, make-or-buy decisions, and outsourcing: We evaluate scenarios based on landed costs, service levels, and risk – providing the foundation for high-impact investment decisions.

Strategy & Target Vision

Digitalization & ERP Roadmap

Which systems support the strategy? We prioritize WMS, TMS, and ERP initiatives in alignment with the target operating model – utilizing ERP systems such as SAP and Microsoft Business Central, among others – rather than pursuing technology for technology's sake.

Resilience & Risk Mitigation

Supply Chain Risk Management

Identify, quantify, and mitigate risks across the supply chain: scenario planning, dual sourcing, buffer inventory, and business continuity plans ensure that revenue at risk and recovery times are measurable rather than estimated.

Resilience & Risk Mitigation

Customs, Tax & Trade Compliance Perspective

Incoterms, VAT, rules of origin, and free trade agreements are critical factors in the economic viability of a network. We factor customs and tax implications directly into the strategy from the outset, rather than attempting to rectify them post-implementation.

Resilience & Risk Mitigation

SIOP/S&OP Implementation

Robust sales, inventory, and operations planning serves as the supply chain's early warning system. We establish the SIOP process, aligning sales, planning, and production collaboratively rather than just on paper.

Implementation & Impact

Operating Model & Organisation

Strategy requires ownership: defining roles, processes, responsibilities, and capability building within the supply chain team to ensure the organization drives the target vision rather than faltering under it.

Implementation & Impact

Cost Optimization & Quick Wins

Strategy is best self-funding: freight costs, inventory, and structural expenses deliver early, measurable results—such as a 30% reduction in freight costs through network realignment or the consolidation from 36 to 7 logistics facilities.

Implementation & Impact

Roadmap, Business Case & Implementation Support

Prioritized measures mapped by effort, benefit, and dependencies – and upon request, we remain on board: acting as project managers, sparring partners, or in an interim capacity until the strategy is fully operationalized.

Verification

Delivered – not just planned

30Years of hands-on expertise in logistics and supply chain – from the shop floor to the executive board
−30% reduction in freight costs through strategic transport network realignment and fleet optimization
36→7European logistics locations consolidated – structural costs reduced, service levels maintained
+25points in delivery reliability (OTIF averaging 90%) following the establishment of a global supply chain organization, including automated trade compliance
Methodology

This is how your strategy is developed

01
Waypoint · Analysis

Status Assessment & Facts

Data analysis, process and cost transparency, risk screening: We determine where your supply chain truly stands – without sugarcoating.

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Waypoint · Target Vision

Strategy & Scenarios

Target operating model, network and sourcing scenarios including customs, tax, and risk perspectives – evaluated based on cost, service, and resilience.

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Waypoint · Roadmap

Prioritization & Business Case

Initiatives evaluated by effort, benefit, dependencies, and accountability – a roadmap fully endorsed by executive management and the board of directors.

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Waypoint · Implementation

End-to-end implementation support

We stay on board until the strategy delivers results: acting as project managers, sparring partners, or in an interim capacity – measured by outcomes, not slide decks.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions regarding strategic consulting

How does LogiBridgeX differ from major strategy consultancies?

Close to implementation: 30 years of operational responsibility instead of slide decks. You work directly with the experienced expert who develops the strategy – and, upon request, accompanies you all the way into operations.

What role do customs and taxes play in the supply chain strategy?

Larger than many think: land costs, Incoterms, VAT, and rules of origin heavily influence the financial viability of a network. That is why they belong in the site selection and procurement strategy rather than in post-processing. For detailed inquiries, we collaborate with specialized customs and tax experts.

How do you make our supply chain more resilient?

For us, resilience is not an ancillary project, but a fundamental criterion in every network, sourcing, and inventory decision. We make risks quantifiable—revenue at risk, recovery times, and dependencies—and back them up with concrete measures such as dual sourcing, buffer stocks, and business continuity plans.

Does that require a large corporation?

No. SMEs in particular benefit, as strategic missteps have a greater impact there. We scale our approach to match your size—ranging from a focused strategy check to a comprehensive transformation program.

What happens after the strategy phase?

The most crucial part: execution. Upon request, we take on project management, act as a sparring partner, or provide interim support until the results are measurably achieved in your operations.

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Where does your supply chain stand – and where is it headed?

In our initial complimentary consultation, we examine your current baseline, target vision, and key value drivers—while providing a transparent assessment of potential risks.

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