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How Averitt Is Driving Efficiency For Cross-Border Automotive Supply Chains The automotive industry relies on seamless logistics to keep production lines running smoothly. For one major automotive manufacturer, managing freight from over 30 vendors in Mexico to a production facility in Alabama presented significant challenges. With diverse brokers, inconsistent processes, and the need for speed, they sought a partner who could provide an innovative solution. Averitt delivered with a cross-dock operation at its Laredo Distribution and Fulfillment Center, accelerating their supply chain efficiency. THE CHALLENGE The manufacturer faced several logistics hurdles: • Complex Vendor Network: Over 30 vendors in Mexico, each using different customs brokers, resulted in dispersed freight across Laredo. • Tight Production Timelines: Delays in consolidating shipments threatened the smooth operation of the Alabama production line. • Costly Warehousing: The existing model relied on a warehouse for consolidation, adding time and expense. Meanwhile, the growing trend of nearshoring to Mexico is making it even more critical for manufacturers to rethink their cross-border supply chains. As more suppliers establish operations in Mexico, ensuring resiliency and maintaining the smooth flow of materials to production lines has become paramount. THE SOLUTION Averitt introduced a streamlined cross-dock model tailored to the automotive manufacturer’s needs: • Comprehensive Local Pickup: Leveraging its robust infrastructure as one of the nation’s largest LTL carriers and its asset-based fleet, Averitt utilized its P&D drivers to collect shipments daily from various brokers in Laredo. This ensured reliable pickups across the city’s logistics network. • Seamless Consolidation: Freight was brought to Averitt’s cross-dock facility, where it was scanned using Advanced Shipping Notices (ASNs) and consolidated into dedicated truckloads for nightly delivery to Alabama. • Returnable Packaging Management: Empty bins and packaging were returned through the same process, ensuring an efficient circular supply chain. This innovative solution eliminated the need for warehousing, reducing costs and speeding up delivery times.
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