Bellisio Foods is a leading manufacturer of quality and innovative frozen meals sold under the Michelina’s, CP Authentic Asia, EAT!, Boston Market, White Castle, and Atkins brands.

PROBLEM

Transportation, route planning, and freight billing were largely manual processes that were causing supply chain inefficiencies and carrier partnership challenges.

SOLUTION

ODW Logistics' Transportation Management solution delivered:

1. Freight Optimization

   • Build more efficient loads to maximize trailer utilization

2. Supply Chain Visibility

   • Transparency into freight data allowing more proactive transportation decisions.

3. Innovation

   • Establish EDI carrier setup and build a strategic network of regional carriers.

RESULTS

1. Freight Optimization

   • $1.4M in transportation savings within the first 12 months.

2. Visibility

   • Real time data transparency allows for proactive resolutions with retailers on compliance issues and chargebacks.

3. Innovation

   • "Shipper of Choice" by building strategic carrier partnerships that resulted in reduced layover fees by 73.9%.