DHL In-store Logistics Service:
▪ Focused on the last leg of the supply chain with distribution from distribution centers to stores and all related in-store activities
▪ Supports in-store operations by creating efficiencies including inventory optimization, labor productivity and promoting stock availability
▪ Activities include splitting down totes, separating products by department, removing packaging, moving stock to point of use to support merchandisers
▪ Operational cover is provided to ‘Non-Trading’ activity – loading bay, sales floor recovery, returns
▪ It incorporates consolidation, stockroom and shelf replenishment management
▪ Inputs innovation to store processes
▪ Improvement in supply chain visibility to support buyers and merchandisers in their decision making
▪ Increased stock availability, while reducing quantities of needless stock
▪ Ultimate goal of improving customer service while targeting cost reductions.