Optimised logistics meets intelligent warehouse processes

Efficiency, transparency and controllability along the entire physical supply chain

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The challenge: modern logistics under pressure

Global supply chains require logistics processes that are reliable, cost-efficient and scalable. However, in many companies, grown networks, heterogeneous system landscapes and manual processes prevent the necessary transparency and flexibility. The result: excessive logistics costs, late deliveries, overloaded warehouses and a lack of real-time control options.

In addition, technological changes will be necessary in the coming years, as SAP software for warehouse and transport management has been discontinued.

Logistics as a bottleneck

Without an end-to-end view of transport, storage and handling, optimisation potential remains untapped. Non-transparent tracking, island processes, high stock levels and frictional losses in yard or ramp handling lead to unnecessary costs – and jeopardise service levels and customer loyalty. At the same time, regulatory and environmental requirements are increasing, necessitating new standards and the migration to the cloud is progressing.

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The solution: optimise strategically, deliver better operationally

With cbs, you can transform your logistics into a high-performance, consistently controllable part of your supply chain – strategically anchored, technologically supported and geared towards excellence in day-to-day business. We harmonise networks, standardise processes and create system-supported transparency across the entire flow of goods, from transport planning to warehouse optimisation and yard management.

  • Connected control of warehouse, transport and yard with consistent end-to-end processes based on SAP
  • High process stability through standardised processes for reliable supply chain execution with increasing complexity
  • Automated decisions and real-time KPIs for maximum response speed and operational excellence
  • Modular, scalable logistics platforms – customised to your network structure, rollout strategy and growth targets
  • Sustainable efficiency through optimised resource utilisation from the route to the ramp, from the pallet to the container

Our focus: Operational excellence through strategic logistics architecture – with clearly defined targets for costs, service, inventory and flexibility.

From strategy to execution

Proven worldwide in complex logistics environments

Whether multimodal networks, automated warehouses or AI-supported yard processes: Our customers rely on SAP-based solutions from cbs – embedded in powerful end-to-end processes implemented with the cbs Fast Value approach.
Produktionsplanung
Digital Manufacturing Framework

Das Manufacturing Framework dient als strukturierender Leitstern für die Transformation zur intelligenten Produktion. Es wurde entwickelt, um produzierenden Unternehmen dabei zu helfen, ein unternehmensspezifisches Zielbild zu entwickeln und fokussiert umzusetzen.

In Co-Creation-Workshops erarbeiten wir gemeinsam mit unseren Kunden daraus ein klares, umsetzbares Zielbild für die intelligente Fabrik – und machen Digitalisierung planbar und wirksam.

Was das Framework leistet:

  • Es übersetzt strategische Ziele der Produktion in messbare KPIs.
  • In 12 Handlungsfeldern werden konkrete Optimierungspotenziale adressiert – vom Planning & Scheduling über Materialfluss und Shopfloor Management bis hin zu IT/OT-Integration, Asset Management und ERP-Anbindung.
  • Jedes Handlungsfeld ist mit relevanten Personas, typischen Use Cases und messbaren Erfolgsgrößen unterlegt.
  • Es schafft Orientierung bei gewachsenen Strukturen, hilft Silos aufzubrechen und fördert eine integrierte, datenbasierte Produktionssteuerung.
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cbs Manufacturing Plateau Model

Das Plateau-Modell beschreibt die Entwicklung Ihrer Manufacturing-Organisation in vier Stufen. Mit jedem Plateau gelangen Sie auf ein nachhaltiges Level, mit dem Sie Ihren Wertbeitrag und die Reife in Ihrer Organisation steigern.

Der Einsatz von KI spielt hierbei eine wichtige Rolle und wird Sie in Ihrem Vorhaben verstärken. Dabei ist es unerheblich, welche Art oder welcher Umfang von KI verwendet wird. Es ist entscheidend, dass Ihr Manufacturing gezielt durch die erforderlichen Fähigkeiten unterstützt und weiterentwickelt wird, um die Unternehmensziele zu erreichen und die relevanten Produktionskennzahlen zu erfüllen.

The results we achieve

Automated processes, optimised space utilisation and digitally supported intralogistics enable us to sustainably reduce warehouse costs – per product, per location and across the entire network.
We reduce lead times and buffer stocks through clearly defined material flows and system-supported inventory strategies – for faster response times and lower working capital.
Synchronised planning, targeted inventory management and integrated warehouse processes minimise tied-up capital along the supply chain – while maintaining stable delivery capability.

With end-to-end visibility and smart control of transport and warehouse processes, we increase on-time delivery and delivery completeness – visible in your service figures.

 

Christian Carhaun
Operational excellence in logistics begins with strategic clarity: about processes, networks and systems. Our task is to bring both together - from the global transport network to the last ramp. This is the only way to create resilient, efficient and scalable logistics platforms.
Christian Carhaun, Competence Lead Logistics, Practice Sustainable Supply Chain & Manufacturing
Solutions

Our solutions for the next generation of your logistics

We think of logistics as a central lever for resilience and efficiency – networked, data-driven and systemically implemented. Our SAP-based solutions deliver real business impact and fit seamlessly into your supply chain architecture.

Logistics Travel Planning

Intelligent control of routes, capacity utilisation and shipping volumes for maximum cost efficiency in transport.

Freight & Logistics Cost Optimization

Intelligent control of routes, capacity utilisation and shipping volumes for maximum cost efficiency in transport.

Warehouse Productivity Improvement

Streamline and automate warehouse processes for lower operating costs and greater process reliability.

SAP TM Strategy Compass

Comprehensive advice on selecting your future transport management solution – from system strategy and process design to decision maturity.

SAP WMS Strategy Compass

Comprehensive advice on selecting your future warehouse management solution – from system strategy and process design to decision maturity.

TM & EWM, Yard Implementation

Scalable transport and warehouse processes based on SAP – integrated, standardised and ready for global rollout.

Integrated Berth Operations for Improved Terminal Profitability

Global control and planning of berths on a standardised platform – for higher capacity utilisation, improved coordination and maximum handling efficiency.

Dynamic Direct Delivery

With SAP Available-to-Promise (aATP), you can optimise your fulfilment decisions dynamically: less stock, shorter delivery times, higher margins thanks to intelligent direct delivery.

Operations Compass Inventory Excellence

Gain complete transparency over inventories, identify inefficiencies and reduce costs – quickly, specifically and sustainably.

AI Driven Supply Chain Analytics

Increase your supply chain efficiency with AI-supported root cause analysis and real-time insights for informed decisions in the event of delivery deviations.

Why cbs?

End-to-end expertise for SAP S/4HANA, EWM, TM & Yard

We harmonise networks, standardise processes and create system-supported transparency across the entire flow of goods, from transport planning and warehouse optimisation to yard management: With cbs, you achieve measurable results – quickly, scalably and proven in practice.

Sector expertise in industry and trade

With cbs, you have a partner at your side who combines strategic thinking with operational excellence. We provide you with holistic support – from the initial definition of objectives through to sustainable anchoring in your systems and processes.

Pioneer in the integration of AI into regulated supply chain processes

Thanks to our end-to-end expertise along the entire value chain – from design to operate, we put your data in the right context, create process clarity and enable well-founded decisions at all levels. In doing so, we combine a deep understanding of processes with state-of-the-art technology – for real impact instead of mere concepts.

Rethink logistics strategically now

Would you like to reduce logistics costs, increase OTIF and future-proof your logistics platform? Then talk to us.

Kontakt

Your contact
Christiaan Carstens
Christiaan Carstens
Member of the Management Board of leogistics GmbH - a cbs Company
Consulting Director
Practice Sustainable Supply Chain & Manufacturing
Your contact
Christian Carhaun
Christian Carhaun
Head of Logistics Excellence
Manager Business Development & Strategy SAP TM
Practice Sustainable Supply Chain & Manufacturing