LOGISTICS STRATEGIES

Large companies that became global operators in the 80s were pseudo-autarchic using high-end software prevision modules and proprietary communications with their supplier there was a certain gap to be covered. The gap was the miss-link between the actors of the supply chain up-stream and down-stream the analysis point. In the 90's was started the implementation Of the cross-docking systems in all major global retail and distribution companies as the sole solution to the pressure of costs and the large overhead generated by the warehouses placed in every point of the supply-chain. Cross-docking systems require strong collaboration between partners and accurate data synchronization Nevertheless, cross-docking is not appropriate in all cases. This paper is a review for logistics strategies and best practices that may help decision makers in choosing the right system to use: storage or cross-docking.