Packaging optimization achieves 20%+ in logistics cost savings

Case Studies

Customer challenge

A manufacturer of endoscopic imaging systems, devices, and infection control products was experiencing consistent damage and avoidable logistics costs on their international materials shipments and outbound finished goods. The challenge was to optimize the customer’s packaging to utilize container space inefficiently and avoid wasteful logistics spending.

Our solution

  • Customs clearance
  • Air and ocean transportation
  • Retail packaging optimization
  • Consulting
  • Reporting

Achieved inbound logistics savings of 20% and outbound finished goods savings of 30%.

Customer benefits

OIA managed a weekly replenishment system allowing the customer to reduce warehousing costs and distribution space. Our customer was so pleased with the results that they awarded OIA with an additional retail packaging project focused on the centerpiece of their product line.

Experts in healthcare cargo

We ship time and temperature-sensitive cargo for medical and pharmaceutical customers.