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Supply chains are intricate journeys that often span great distances. The “last mile”, the final delivery, can account for up to HALF the total freight cost, making it a common target for reduction. However, there’s a significant opportunity for savings even closer to home. Optimizing processes WITHIN your facility can lead to enhanced efficiency, greater overall savings, and smoother supply chain management! Here are four ways to drive productivity in the “last quarter-mile.” #SupplyChain #LastQuarterMile #InventoryManagement

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Fastenal sits down with Shanna Rinaldo, IT Engineer/Tire Catcher at RFK Racing, to learn about her unique responsibilities on race day. Her advice to those with multiple career passions? If there’s something you really enjoy, just go for it!

“Prior to our relationship with Fastenal, we used to do all that legwork. Working with Fastenal has been great because we know going from city to city, we have a partner that we can depend on." -- Derek King, Senior Director of Hockey Operations NHL

How do you optimize your supply chain? By introducing cutting-edge technology to it. Like where this conversation is headed? Watch the full video here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gJujnYNY

“Every system is perfectly designed to get the result that it does.” It's been decades since W. Edwards Deming first said this, but the truth hasn't changed. If your system isn't putting out the results you want, change is needed. But how can you know what change is needed? A good option is a TCOA. Why? Because your business is unique. The key to operational efficiency within your organization isn’t an off-the-shelf inventory management program. Together, we can determine what changes would make sense (and save costs) in your world. Here's an article that walks through the whole process, but reach out if you have specific questions. We're here to help. https://lnkd.in/gcaBsrdz

Is your PPE working for you? When it comes to personal protective equipment, one size does NOT fit all. Ill-fitting gear can compromise safety and performance, putting employees at risk. By prioritizing PPE, you empower every team member to feel confident on the job. Here’s where to start.

Do you have the ability to see what inventory you have and where it’s located in order to forecast what your needs will be? If you're not confident, consider this: Think of a sea container or CONEX on a jobsite. Now, pump technology into it. Technology for inventory management, data collection, and even climate control are what turn this regular container into a way to get products on demand. 💡That’s what makes it a FASTPOD. https://lnkd.in/gUWCAQdM

"Fastenal has given me that perfect balance where I can do well in my classes, while also grow here." Watch the full video to see how we fuel growth by investing in our employees and then promoting from within. https://lnkd.in/g3q93tMA

Boosting productivity is a goal for every company. But how can you actually make that happen? Here's four ways.