Supply chain solutions

Efficient supply chain management services across the EU and UK
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Supply chain solutions for any business

At DFDS, we offer integrated supply chain solutions tailored to meet your business and industry needs. By investing in advanced technology and expertise, we help you streamline operations, reduce risks, and enhance real-time visibility. Partner with us to optimize your supply chain, reduce costs, and gain a competitive edge.

Supply chain management and logistics

Supply chain management (SCM) is essential for small and large businesses. At DFDS, we manage the flow of your goods and services, including the whole process that transforms your raw materials into final products. We actively streamline the supply chain activities of your business, to max up the customer value and give you a competitive advantage in the marketplace. Supply chain management can help you cut excess costs and deliver your products faster to the consumers. We are always looking for new ways to optimise our customers’ operations. Tell us about your supply chain challenges and we will find the best ways to resolve them and make the process smoothly.

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Fourth party logistics (4PL)

We take great pride in selecting relevant fourth-party logistics providers for our customers, regardless of their industry or the nature of their supply chain.

Fourth party logistics
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Third-party logistics (3PL)

Using 3PL solutions can enable a hassle-free transition. DFDS’ proactive approach to using third-party logistics providers ensures that your supply chain can adapt accordingly.

Third party logistics
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Cold shipping solutions

DFDS has a lot of experience in the cold chain logistics area, handling temperature-sensitive products and operates a modern fleet of refrigerated trucks across the UK and in Europe.

Cold shipping solutions

Warehousing solutions across the UK & EU

Our experienced teams, extensive and flexible warehousing facilities, as well as robust technology, combine to offer customer-focused solutions that are cost-effective, secure, and efficient.

Warehousing solutions
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Project cargo

At DFDS, we have fixed scheduled ferry routes and logistics experts all across the EU. From sea to road and rail, our dedication and expertise deliver your heavy cargo on time and to the right destination.

Project cargo
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Customs clearance

We take great pride in selecting relevant fourth-party logistics providers for our customers, regardless of their industry or the nature of their supply chain.

Customs services
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API integration services

Our API integration services allow you to know where your goods are, every step of the way. You can have the necessary overview and optimise your daily planning and the flow of your supply chain.

API integration services

Staffing and Recruitment

Finding the right fit within logistics and industry is not always easy. Professionals are here to change that. We use the latest and most innovative recruitment techniques to attract top performers in your industry. We offer flexible solutions for today and tomorrow. Let us help you aim high with your next recruitment or staffing solution.

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FAQs about supply chain solutions

FAQs about supply chain solutions

Supply chain is simply defined as the network of all the organizations, individuals, processes and technologies that contribute to the creation and selling of a product.

Supply chain solutions represents a business segment that allows customers to improve the satisfaction of their clients and the shareholder value, by reducing costs and enhancing supply chain performance.

The main difference between supply chain and logistics is that logistics refers to the process of integration and maintenance of products whithin an organization while supply chain management deals with the management and coordination process of the organization’s supply chains.

Supply chain management can be defined as the administration of the whole production flow of goods and services, from raw components to delivery of the end product to the customer.

The supply chain management is important because it administrates everything from goods to any unpredicted natural disaster. Businesses, large or small have their logistics managed by reliable supply chain management companies.

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DFDS has offices in over 20 countries in Europe. Go to our list of offices with contact details to local DFDS representatives in your country.

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