We decipher the details.
Planet X Logistics (PXL) was founded in 2018 to assist current or potential logistics firms in deciphering the many new logistics opportunities that are emerging from the connected economy. In short, we help companies interpret the keys to operating successfully for companies such as Amazon, Kroger, FedEx, and Target.
Everything you can imagine is available for consumers online, and suppliers want to get it to their customers FAST. From groceries to furniture and toys to electronics, it's all available to the customer at the click of a mouse. That requires a reliable, cost-effective logistics infrastructure to make that happen. At PXL, we understand the nuance of how online business has disrupted the traditional transportation industry and how to prepare your company to thrive in this new era.
PXL also has partnerships with firms that focus on providing expertise in digital retail, which we collaborate with to provide marketing and advertising services.
Understanding the complexities of large shippers is a complex task; let us simplify it for you.
Business Development
GETTING IN THE DOOR
There are thousands of logistics companies vying for a share of the business from both traditional and dot-com firms that are proving to be truly disruptive. We specialize in helping clients identify the opportunities, determine how your company can be positioned to succeed, and help set you apart from your competition. We are experts in the business development process and at ensuring our clients are positioned to take advantage of new opportunities.
RFPs & Contract Negotiations
Responding to RFP's and Contract Negotiation
Planet X Logistics provides our clients support when responding to RFPs and negotiating contracts. In logistics, understanding the nuance of the requirements and the operation is critical to ensuring that you bid properly on any business. We dive deep into the details to ensure our clients take all relevant details into account before, during, and after the bidding process. Our goal is to help ensure our clients bid appropriately and that there are clear expectations in terms of performance. We also assist in the development of a tailored contract negotiation strategy tailored to each opportunity.
People
Hire the Best
The most critical component of any successful logistics operation is the people, and our team focuses on ensuring you put the right team on the field. We can provide guidance across a broad spectrum of people related activities including development of hiring plans at the leadership, management, operations, and driver level.
Training and Employee Development
HELPING THEM BE THEIR BEST
Hiring is just the beginning. We support our clients with the development of programs that not only help ensure you are positioned to make great hiring decisions, but that you offer competitive pay with effective employee development programs that are tied to performance.
Quality/Performance
Setting yourself up for success
Building a strong team and demonstrating a solid business plan will get you in the door, exceeding your customer's expectations will keep you there. Planet X Logistics works closely with our clients to help your team deliver the quality your customers expect every time.
We have collaborated with carriers to improve their performance by as much as 100%.
Fleet
The machines
Each operation is dependent on a reliable, fuel efficient, cost effective mix of the right logistics assets. Planet X Logistics helps our clients define the proper fleet mix, uncover sources of financing and aids in the development and implementation of operations plans. As fleets can include anything from 53’ trailers to cargo vans to bicycles, you must have the right vehicle for every job.
Safety
Safety first
The most important aspect of any operation is safety, and your clients and employees expect you to live this every day. We work with leadership teams to ensure they are driving the proper safety culture in their organization and implement programs to help you achieve your goals, exceed the requirements of your clients, build trust with your employees, and improve your bottom line.
We have even built relationships with 3P safety firms to address specific safety gaps or build programs to meet DOT requirements.
Contingency Planning & Risk Management
BE PREPARED
In order to achieve long term success, any logistics operation must have detailed contingency planning in place. Things can and will go wrong and the difference between companies that weather those storms and those that do not are the companies that prepare in advance and can adapt rapidly to the changing operational environment. At Planet X Logistics, we are uniquely qualified to help you develop plans and a culture to ensure you successfully navigate those challenges.
Web Design
Your Brand
Your website is the front door to your business for customers and just as important, potential talent. We can help you refresh your current content or build your site from scratch.
FSMA
Be Compliant
At PXL, we have experience working with carriers to ensure they are compliant with the FSMA regulations. If you are a carrier transporting fresh food in the United States, these rules likely apply to you.