CASE STUDY

Redwood Keeps Data Flowing for LTL Customer

MARKET: INDUSTRIAL, CHEMICAL PROCESSING, FOOD & BEVERAGE, AND ENERGY

Flow Control Group (FCG) is a leading solutions provider focused on technically oriented products and services for the flow control, fluid handling and process, and industrial automation sectors with locations throughout North America. As a critical intermediary between suppliers and customers, FCG’s distribution and technical services serve an essential function in the movement of mission critical components to a diverse array of end markets and applications.

THE CHALLENGES

  • Complex logistics across 150+ locations in North America
  • Heavy reliance on LTL rollouts without a centralized partner

THE SOLUTION

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Redwood Logistics met with FCG to identify the individual areas it could support. After reviewing FCG’s LTL needs and data, Redwood demonstrated the bottom-line savings available, as well as its automated solutions designed to provide increased visibility and reporting.

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From carrier bidding to freight cost recovery, Redwood’s flexible freight management helps customers uncover hidden savings and modernize supply chains from start to finish. Redwood also provides custom LTL solutions, allowing customers to choose the resources, technology, and processes that best fit their needs.

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THE RESULTS

Nearly 20% in annual savings 
Carrier contract management
Increased visibility, reporting, and automated processes

KEY TOOLS

LTL procurement
Multimodal brokerage cargo claims
Infios TMS portal

Redwood’s knowledgeable team immediately stood out to us. We weren’t just looking for the lowest cost provider, but the best people to work with.

Dwayne DeHaven, VP, Corporate Operations at Flow Control Group