Speakers and Agenda 2 Joe Andraski & Tony Galli (VICS): Implementer of a freight load-empty truck matching program The Empty Miles Problem Empty Miles Service Evolution VICS & GS1 The Sustainability Movement “Green” Goals & Differentiation Steve Matheys (Schneider National): An overview of the Macy’s / Schneider Case Study A Retailer’s and Carrier’s view of the program’s benefits Questions and Answers
The Empty Miles Problem Cost of fuel and truck operations are escalating and contributing to increased supply chain cost and inefficiency. Empty trucks consume time and fuel on return legs of freight lanes. 28% of miles are empty per NPTC (National Private Truck Council). Companies pay a freight premium to cover returning empty trucks. Limited existing technology to identify opportunities for Back Hauling also coupled with collaborative business processes to match the shipper and potential carrier companies. We are in the middle of tough economic times. Focus on the environment and sustainability is increasing. Emissions Reduction is a key plank in most companies’ strategies. 3
VICS members represent both small and large firms that collectively generate a sales volume of $2.3 trillion annually. These firms have grown through pioneering VICS' business processes and standards that increased sales, eliminated inefficiency, and got them closer to their customers. VICS’ mission is to take a global leadership role in the development of business guidelines & specifications; facilitating implementation through education and measurement. Benefits can be measured in the improvement in retail supply chain efficiency and effectiveness, increased sales, service levels meet or exceed customer and consumer expectations. VICS’ overall global objective is to improve trading partner relationships in the extended retail supply chain, resulting in improved product availability to the consumer. When properly implemented, VICS guidelines, practices and specifications lead to better anticipation of and reaction to changes in consumer demand, resulting in improved sales, profits and the use of fixed and working capital. GS1 US & Canada are neutral, not-for-profit organizations that promote and maintain global standards for the identification of goods, locations and related e- commerce communication, and provides education and awareness of these global standards. DON’T WAIT TO BE GREAT… COLLABORATE! TM About VICS About GS1 US and GS1 Canada Empty Miles Service Evolution Roots in Three Not-for-Profit Organizations 4
Low cost collaborative solution to provide visibility to Shippers and Carriers by identifying potential opportunities to reduce empty backhaul capacity. A web based Service to match carrier availability (empty miles) with transportation demand (loads) delivered through a members only internet portal. A toolset comprised of collaborative processes, cost and emissions savings Benefits calculator, negotiating checklists, legal agreement templates, and standard data definitions to use the service. An information exchange capability for Empty Miles subscribers delivered through the portal powered by GS1 NA. The Solution…VICS Empty Miles 5
Empty Miles Service Evolution Progress to Date 2007 Q3VICS approached GS1 CA with concept Q4GS1 CA took project approach: proof-of-concept, build prototype 2008Q1Industry focus groups : understand issues, refine concept Q2Develop proof-of-concept (HTML) Q3Develop prototype solution Q4Pilot with Industry focus group 2009Q1Implementation Q3Outreach/Process/Technical Enhancements – Mass Import/Export 2010Q1Wave 2 - Technical Enhancements – Visibility (e.g. Watch Lists) 6
#3 Ranked Private Fleet operator is working with suppliers to reduce the amount of packaging they use More goods in the same truck space = fewer shipments and lower fuel usage Sustainability Milestone Meeting – 7/16/09 – Announced Sustainable Product Index Kraft Foods is testing technology to reduce fuel consumption, including replacing 25% of their tractors with cleaner burning engines and auxiliary power units (APU’s).
Measure & improve transportation usage Reduce traffic congestion Reduce CO2 emissions Increase mass transit usage Reduce energy usage Improve environment Intelligent Transportation Systems Intelligent Utility Networks Measure & improve energy mgmt Carbon Management Solutions Measure & reduce carbon emissions Strategy Customer and product Supply chain People IT strategy Property and buildings Information Recycling Waste management End of life services Advanced Water Management Measure & improve water mgmt Flood avoidance Weather event management Improved water quality Reduced water usage Create &manage efficient IT IT facilities infrastructure efficiency IT operations efficiency Active energy management Monitoring and verification of efficiency goals Demand-side efficiency Energy Efficient Technologies and Services This slide is an illustration of the major environmental areas in which IBM is investing. IBM Energy and the Environment Blueprint
Creates opportunities for quantifiable reductions in carbon emissions you can take to your stakeholders. Six Points of Why VICS Empty Miles is Different: 1.Foundation for Sustainability Strategies 30% of the Subscribers listed in Newsweek’s Top 500 Green Companies 75% of the top 25 prospects are in the top The Macy’s / Schneider case study validates program’s success 3.Endorsed by EPA/SmartWay Transport program 55% of Empty Miles subscribers are SmartWay Transport certified. 4.Reduces Congestion & Deterioration of Highway Infrastructure 5.Addresses macro issues like pending government action & fuel costs Cap & Trade underway and fuel increases tied to rising oil trends 6.VICS, GS1 US, and GS1 Canada collaborative organizations are all not-for-profit and savings belong solely to the subscribers “Green” Goals & Differentiation Driving Savings and Curbing Emissions 10
Empty Miles is a “Quick Win” for sustainability initiatives Just one empty lane* per week** (*Lane = origin / destination location pair) – Eliminates over 41 tons of CO 2 per year – Saves over 3,700 gallons of diesel At $2.70 per gallon – that’s over $10,000 That’s the equivalent of nearly 20 barrels of crude oil 3700 gallon tank ** Based on the annual impact of a 500 mile lane run once per week. CO 2 emissions are based on the EPA emissions calculator (22 lbs per gallon diesel) Fuel consumption based on equipment rated at 7mpg Crude oil consumption based on EPA analysis of average crude refinement
Empty Miles Benefits Calculator - Helps you manage Dollar and Sustainability Savings 3700 gallon tank Based on the annual impact of a 500 mile lane run once per week. CO 2 emissions are based on the EPA emissions calculator (22 lbs per gallon diesel) Fuel consumption based on equipment rated at 7mpg Crude oil consumption based on EPA analysis of average crude refinement
Empty Miles Participation – U.S. 13 Current Subscribers Include nearly $ 1 Trillion in revenue mass
Well Supported and Endorsed VICS Empty Miles has: Endorsed by: Over 40 Participants Live Posted Lanes +500,000 Miles VICS is a proud supporter of the EPA SmartWay program 14
Publicity is Growing ! 15 News Articles, Case Studies & Press Releases Speaking Engagements JC Penney Case Study: Coming Soon Fed Highway Admin Penn State Univ. 2 UConnect sessions Lehigh Univ. Council of Supply Chain Mgmt Professionals I-95 Corridor Coalition Empty Miles Released in Canada
The Macy’s / Schneider National Case Study Presented by Steve Matheys Executive Vice President Chief Administration Officer SCHNEIDER NATIONAL, INC
Macy’s / Schneider Case Study What: Two progressive companies — Macy’s Inc., the nation’s premier retailer, and Schneider National, a leading provider of transportation and logistics — joined forces with a renewed sense of urgency to solve this age-old, yet contemporary issue. How: Working together to solve a problem and create mutual value, Schneider and Macy’s are realizing both financial and environmental gains by filling empty trailers with the help of the Empty Miles Service. The Results: Macy’s / Schneider average an annual $25,000 savings and over 150 tons of CO 2 reductions per lane !!!
The Benefits Have Been Real
The Retailer’s Perspective Macy’s is an organization committed to improving sustainability at every level. Macy’s urges its suppliers to get involved with the Empty Miles Service for a clear understanding of opportunities to eliminate or minimize wasteful spending and movement. Working together to identify round-trip opportunities where one leg is empty, Macy’s determines where opportunities exist to fill empty trailers. Since inception, Macy’s has identified 44 additional lane opportunities where the company can benefit. Bill Connell, EVP Logistics, Macy’s Inc : "It is important for us to implement business practices that are sensitive to the environment. The Empty Miles Program greatly supports that premise while continuing to drive operational efficiency.”
The Carrier’s Perspective Schneider National and Macy’s came together to proactively tackle the empty miles problem head on –Both companies understood that significant work was required to create a durable solution where both companies win Traditionally, carriers and retailers try to fill backhaul opportunities by manually searching within their own company and through their external network –With the Empty Miles Service, carriers or private fleets (lane publishers) can post their empty trucks/trailers and routes, while shippers (lane subscribers) can post their transportation needs Key Benefits for the Carrier –When filling empty miles, carriers can actually satisfy two customers: the original shipper and potentially a new backhaul shipper leading to greater customer satisfaction and expanded market share
The Carrier’s Perspective –Robin Heugel, Network Manager, Dedicated Operations, Schneider National: “Carriers want nothing more than to optimize the utilization of their trucks and trailers and the Empty Miles Service ensures that everything possible is being done to guarantee that we’re not shipping air.” –The bottom line: Filling empty miles with the VICS Empty Miles service is … … good for the economy, … good for the environment, … and it’s good for business
What does it take to be successful? 1.Two companies with a common objective to drive out waste in their transportation solutions thus saving money and reducing emissions 2.A willingness to work together to find solutions that create value for both parties 3.A committed set of leaders who will help overcome the inevitable obstacles 4.A strong belief that there is a better way to do things 22 Macy’s / Schneider Case Study Summarized
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