All aspects of the logistics operation are extremely energy intensive. By efficient managing of the aspects that demand considerable energy expenditure you can provide a more competitive opportunity for your organization. All areas of logistics require large amounts of energy in the form of electricity and fuel, whether it is gas or diesel. The warehouse operations requires large quantities of electricity for charging of batteries, lights for night operations, and in most warehouses to supplement day operations.
Refrigerated operations require even more power due to the compressors for temperature control.
The trucking operations require large quantities of diesel fuel to maintain operations and if operations are common carrier or contract operators then the cost of moving goods goes up based on the price of fuel to their company. This is usually passed on in the form of fuel surcharges or renegotiated contracts when the need becomes great for price relieve. There are opportunities for the vigilant operator to make significant savings. Warehousing To conserve electricity it is essential to start with the basic operations and the needs of the crews to perform their operations. For receiving and shipping operations all that can be performed during daylight operations will provide savings opportunities.