Profit Use of efficient warehousing, distribution, debtors administration, forecasting and stock replenishment services enables you, the manufacturer, to reduce your investment in working capital and fixed capital required for a physical distribution infrastructure. Transfer of stock and debtors risks to experts in the field can have a positive bottom line impact in times of high losses due to pilferage and bad debts. Most importantly for the manufacturer is TFD s ability to turn a major fixed cost function of your business into a variable cost. In order for a manufacturer to succeed in South Africa's highly competitive environment, access to an effective and well-resourced nationwide network of warehousing and distribution centers for companies with a need for an efficient , yet flexible infrastructure. Principals can gain the benefits of a specialist distribution organisation and participate in the synergy provided by a bigger basket of products through the consolidation of warehouses and loads.
Manufacturers are then able to focus on product innovation, production and marketing.
Out-Source Distribution is a key element in the total supply chain, one which historically rarely received the attention and resources required within the manufacturer's environment. Whereas the product, the price and the promotional programmes are vital elements in a marketing strategy, their effectiveness is discounted when the product is not finally positioned on the shelf. TFD believes strongly in the concept of being the lead logistic partnership with its Principals. Meetings are held on an open book basis to identify the cost drivers in the service provided so that jointly the partners can decide whether a particular activity is appropriate for the business. Our objective is to increase your profits by reducing the distribution expense and at the same time provide an effective national distribution service.