CASE STUDY
Plowing Ahead: WWEX Group Powers Douglas Dynamics Truck Parts Manufacturing Logistics
Douglas Dynamics, North America's leading manufacturer of commercial work truck attachments and equipment, has spent more than 75 years building products that keep communities moving through the toughest weather.
But managing high shipping volumes, vendor expectations and customer demands require a manufacturing logistics partner with the same commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
As a trusted 3PL provider, WWEX Group and its family of brands delivered the shipping and logistics expertise Douglas Dynamics needed — combining LTL freight, truckload shipping and advanced shipping technology to streamline their logistics operations and drive efficiency.
Douglas Dynamics Shipping Challenges
Douglas Dynamics sought to modernize and scale its logistics processes while maintaining its reputation for reliability. The company needed better visibility, stronger technology and cost-effective carrier management to support nearly 15,000 shipments a year.
Key challenges included:
- Shipping data visibility: Limited reporting made it difficult to make informed business decisions.
- Transportation management technology (TMS): They needed a TMS to consolidate orders, automate documentation and provide unified billing.
- Carrier management and pricing: They required guidance to optimize its carrier mix, secure favorable pricing and reduce freight costs.
- Heavy duty shipping demands: Handling a high daily shipment volume with complex requirements called for scalable, flexible solutions.
WWEX Group Shipping Solutions
WWEX Group analyzed Douglas Dynamics' logistics environment and delivered a multi-layered solution. That included:
- Integrated data dashboards for cost visibility.
- Deployment of our proprietary TMS for seamless scheduling and documentation.
- Optimized heavy duty shipping solutions by leveraging our strong carrier network.
The result: measurable cost savings, greater efficiency and improved control over every shipment.
WWEX Group Provides Complete Shipping and Logistics Solutions
At WWEX Group, we go beyond basic logistics. We combine trusted carrier relationships, advanced technology and decades of know-how to create solutions that fit each shipper's unique needs. That includes:
- Freight shipping: Full truckload, less-than-truckload, expedited, warehousing and managed transportation.
- Parcel shipping: National small-package solutions powered by trusted carrier relationships.
- Specialty shipping: Reverse logistics, white glove, final mile shipping and more.
- Logistics technology: Advanced TMS tools with real-time visibility and vendor coordination.
- Shipping industry expertise: Decades of proven experience supporting shippers across industries and supply chain needs
Partner with WWEX Group for manufacturing logistics success!
Douglas Dynamics found a logistics partner that mirrors its culture of collaboration and improvement. As a trusted 3PL provider, WWEX Group and its family of brands, including Worldwide Express, combines the strength of our carrier network, advanced technology and decades of logistics experience to provide shippers with reliable, cost-effective solutions.
Download the Douglas Dynamics Case Study to learn more. Ready to talk? Reach out today for a free shipping consultation and discover how we can transform your logistics operations!