‘Just in time’ transport versus ‘just in case’
Espace have been handling time critical freight for the automotive sector for many years now. We handle global import contracts for several tier 1 companies and regularly move urgent parts and equipment for senior F1 teams.
On many an occasion our clients are battling against tight budget constraints (now more than ever!). They are at times tempted to book their urgent freight on a standard freight service in advance rather than spending that little bit extra for a guaranteed dedicated express shipment. Of course, this is not an option in many cases but, there are many reasons why booking J.I.T transport is often cheaper than it’s J.I.C equivalent in the long run.
Just in time transport
is a method of transportation that involves delivering goods to their destination as close to the time they are needed as possible. The transport costs for dedicated express are of course higher than standard movements but there are clear benefits
- Reduced costs associated with storage and inventory
- Reduced risk of goods becoming obsolete or damaged due to long-term storage
- J.I.T allows for more efficient use of resources, as goods are only transported when needed
Just in case transport
is a method of transportation that involves delivering goods to their destination well before they are needed. Of course, moving freight via groupage / standard freight mode is never guaranteed and delays are common occurrence. Moving via a network means that you would also have less control over your shipment but there are other benefits
- Goods are available when needed if they can be delivered well in advance
- Reduced risk of running out of stock, which can thus lead to lost sales and customer dissatisfaction
- J.I.C provides a buffer against unexpected events that could disrupt the supply chain
Not exclusive to the automotive industry J.I.T transport is often used in industries that require a high degree of coordination and reliability, such as aerospace, electronics, and pharmaceuticals. Such industries have high levels of service and customer expectation to manage. The implications of a late delivery could be catastrophic for their business. A production line stoppage, medicine / healthcare equipment shortage, plane delay could be so much more costly than paying for a dedicated express shipment in the first place, not to mention a lot more hassle.
These days, dedicated express can be facilitated quickly and easily for very reasonable prices. Pre Brexit Espace could guarantee placing a van anywhere in Europe within 2 hours. Two years on we see the market stabilising and we are confident once again with our promise. With our own in-house UK customs team and network of EU customs agents we can ensure smooth transition to the continent alongside a quick, hassle free express service. Another load off your mind.
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