KLOEPFEL by EPSA - 4pl is a neutral and independent "Fourth Party Logistics" service provider without its own assets, which offers its customers individual and customized best-in-class solutions for their integrated logistics processes.
Many companies are faced with the challenge of needing specialists for every logistics step, but the market is empty. As a digital control tower, KLOEPFEL by EPSA - 4pl offers you exactly the support you need: flexible, operational and tailored to your processes, without the need for your own warehouse or contracts.
Whether you need a complete shipping department or selective support with freight issues, we close your gaps with solutions instead of fixed personnel costs or internal resource problems. We manage your logistics centrally, in real time and ensure that everything runs smoothly.
KLOEPFEL by EPSA - 4PL offers you maximum flexibility without fixed personnel costs. Your logistics run smoothly thanks to central control in real time. We bring order to chaos immediately.
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Customized logistics solutions for your company
The advantages of KLOEPFEL by epsa - 4pl
End-to-end supply chain management & coordination
Our experts take over the complete control and integration of all logistics partners along your supply chain. As a central interface, we coordinate all processes and ensure consistent, smooth communication.
Cost optimization & increased efficiency
We optimize your entire logistics chain through the targeted consolidation of services, strategic network negotiations, intelligent route planning and the use of economies of scale. This allows you to sustainably reduce costs and increase operational efficiency at the same time.
Strategic supply chain consulting
We analyze, optimize and develop tailor-made logistics strategies along the entire value chain. With a holistic consulting approach, we design efficient, sustainable logistics solutions.
Network of best-in-class partners
As an independent and asset-free partner, we have access to a global network of selected best-in-class service providers. In this way, we ensure that you always have the best partner at your side for every requirement, whether specialized or global. Our claim: maximum flexibility, top quality and tailor-made solutions for your supply chain.
Sustainability & Green Logistics
With optimized transport routes, strategic ECO measures and targeted partner selection, we support you in measurably reducing the carbon footprint of your supply chain. Our focus is on sustainable efficiency: we combine economic goals with ecological responsibility for greener and sustainable logistics.
4PL solution for maximum focus on your core business
With KLOEPFEL by EPSA - 4pl, you hand over the selection of suitable logistics experts and IT systems to a strong partner. This frees you up to concentrate fully on your core competencies. At the same time, you benefit from optimized processes and increased efficiency along your entire supply chain.
With KLOEPFEL by epsa - 4pl you immediately bring order to logistical chaos
Our service modules at a glance:
KLOEPFEL by EPSA - 4pl develops customized logistics processes for the efficient control of your cargo flows and maps them in a modern transport management system (TMS), the Control Tower, for full transparency and control over costs and processes. Some of the features are
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Customized design of your logistics processes:
Our logistics experts develop a control system for your cargo flows that is tailored to your company - efficient, scalable and a perfect fit. -
Easy to integrate into your organizational structure:
Our solutions adapt easily to your existing processes and systems. As a result, integration is quick and without interrupting your day-to-day business. -
Global, cost-optimized transport planning:
Our experienced logistics experts plan and manage all transport orders worldwide in an efficient, legally compliant and cost-conscious manner across all modes of transport. -
Maximum transparency in procurement and distribution logistics:
Whether production supply or customer delivery, with our Control Tower solution you always have an overview of all shipments. -
Freight cost auditing:
We use automated freight cost audits to identify potential savings of up to 2% of freight turnover. Electronic checking procedures and intelligent IT tools ensure maximum transparency. Our experts only clarify deviations and deliver 100% verified invoices.
KLOEPFEL by EPSA - 4pl provides you with a team of experts who analyze and optimize your entire logistics, from procurement to distribution. This enables you to avoid disruptions, reduce costs and master complex requirements in a globally networked world.
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Logistics health check:
Based on our many years of 4PL experience and a practical approach, we develop a well-founded potential analysis for your logistics in a short space of time. It doesn't matter whether it's about processes, logistics costs or operational quality - the focus is always on the transparent identification of optimization potential and concrete recommendations for its implementation. -
Strategic freight purchasing:
A large number of purchasing experts, who are specialists in the respective modes of transport and industries, have proven that our standardized approach, their expertise, the cross-customer synergies and the use of the appropriate online tools enable you to achieve tender results of 19% on average. -
Network optimization:
With the analysis tools we use, our experts are able to evaluate even extensive and complex logistics data in a structured manner. On this basis, we develop a customized, efficient transport and logistics network that is optimally tailored to your cargo flows and business objectives. -
Capacity optimization:
Just-in-time means on time, not necessarily fast. Misinterpretations often lead to poorly utilized transports. With targeted analysis, capacity utilization and efficiency can be significantly increased and freight costs reduced. -
Center-of-gravity analyses:
locations must adapt to change. What was optimal 10 years ago may be inefficient today. We use suitable tools to analyze the effects of changing supply and sales structures and offer a CoG analysis if required. -
Carbon Footprint Reporting:
Transport logistics is one of the biggest CO₂ polluters. Sustainable action is therefore essential. According to the motto "Only what can be measured can be improved", we record your CO₂ emissions in accordance with the DIN standard and develop targeted measures to reduce emissions based on these key figures.
KLOEPFEL by EPSA - 4pl supports you in the organization, strategic planning and practical implementation of customs and foreign trade processes. In addition to full compliance with all legal requirements, we attach particular importance to efficient processes with minimal effort and optimized duties. Examples of topics where we can support you:
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Customs and foreign trade health check:
We check your organizational structures as well as operational and strategic processes in the customs and foreign trade sector for legal risks and optimization potential. We then recommend suitable measures and, if desired, accompany their implementation until they are introduced. We also support you in selecting the ideal partner for future processing. -
Classification of goods (tariff classification):
The correct classification of goods is the basis for legally compliant customs clearance and the correct determination of duties. It also influences export control obligations as well as origin and preferences. Together with your product specialists, our experts determine the appropriate customs tariff numbers and maintain them in your ERP system if required - including adjustments in the event of legal changes. -
Import procedures and import handling:
We work with you to examine potential savings on import duties, for example through processing or customs warehousing. We analyze and optimize your import clearance, including customs value, preferences and import restrictions. We also support you in monitoring freight forwarders and selecting new partners for customs clearance. -
Origin of goods and preferences:
The use of preferences can offer decisive competitive advantages of 5-10% through duty-free imports. We work with you to check the requirements for your product portfolio and provide support with implementation, for example with supplier declarations and preference calculations. We also assist with applications for simplifications such as EA or REX and the creation of suitable work instructions. -
Proof of export and transfer:
The complete documentation of proof of export and transfer is mandatory under tax law and is closely monitored during VAT audits. In order to avoid subsequent proofs, receipts must be available in full and promptly. We support you in setting up efficient, legally compliant processes to ensure this.
KLOEPFEL by EPSA - 4pl offers customized advice and practical solutions for efficient intralogistics. The goal is an optimally structured warehouse with clear processes, high availability and error-free order processing. We help you to get closer to this ideal step by step. Examples of topics where we can support you:
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Intralogistics health check:
Thanks to our many years of experience and pragmatic approach, we can quickly carry out a potential analysis of your intralogistics. We analyze processes, costs and workflows in order to identify specific opportunities for optimization. Our goal: concrete recommendations for sustainable improvement. -
Warehouse concept:
We work with you to develop a new, holistic warehouse setup, from site selection and capacity planning to the creation of a well thought-out warehouse layout. Whether in-house operation or outsourcing to a service provider: we accompany tenders, create specifications and provide support with contract design including SLA, KPIs and processes. -
Process optimization:
If your warehouse is not running optimally, we analyse the entire flow of goods from goods receipt to goods issue, including all direct and indirect processes. We also check technology, picking, loading and digital identification for efficiency and optimization potential. The goal is a holistically improved, economical warehouse system. -
Packaging:
We support you in the selection of optimal packaging solutions, from product to transport packaging, even for complex requirements such as reusable or returnable packaging. We check the use of suitable packaging materials and existing packaging guidelines. In addition, we support you with KLOEPFEL by EPSA - consulting in packaging purchasing and tender management. -
Systems and transparency:
Transparent, clearly defined and measurable processes are essential for a well-founded assessment of your intralogistics processes. The IT system must map these processes and provide relevant key figures. A clear dashboard makes it possible to identify developments at an early stage and take targeted countermeasures.
Customer successes that speak for themselves:
Outsourcing of freight invoice verification
Our client, an electrical engineering company with a manual and error-prone freight invoice verification process, commissioned us with the process and cost optimization in the area of freight invoice verification. The initial situation was characterized by the use of 1.5 FTEs for manual checking, with high error potential due to numerous sub-items on the freight invoices. In addition, many unknown items made efficient processing difficult. The savings potential identified to date was less than 1%.
The aim was to reliably identify incorrect items in complex freight invoices by outsourcing freight invoice verification, to relieve staff of the burden of manual invoice verification and to reduce costs through process optimization.
We were able to achieve a cost saving of 3% of the freight volume used and at the same time reduce the number of FTEs used for testing from 1.5 to 0.5.
Warehouse optimization
Our client, a trading company with high inventory levels and warehouse processes in need of optimization, commissioned us to carry out comprehensive process and cost optimization in the warehouse area. The initial situation was characterized by a lack of KPIs, a very low inventory turnover rate and high capital commitments due to slow movers. In addition, long picking routes led to inefficiencies due to inefficient use of storage locations.
The aim was to significantly reduce annual warehouse costs, establish efficient warehouse management and implement key performance indicators for better control. Among other things, our measures enabled us to reduce personnel costs in the warehouse by 10%.
Our experts for logistics optimization
Our team consists of experienced logistics experts who are characterized by in-depth specialist knowledge and practical solutions. We work closely with you to design your logistics processes efficiently and tailor them to your individual requirements. In doing so, we rely on transparent communication and partnership-based cooperation for sustainable success. Each individual has many years of experience in various areas of the supply chain and understands the challenges of modern logistics. Together, we create measurable added value for your company.
"Many companies are struggling with shortage of skilled workers and inefficient interfaces in logistics. Our 4PL approach relieves you precisely these challenges: Shipping, customs and logistics management - digitally, transparently and flexibly. We are your logistics, but without you having to do it yourself."
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Let's work together to optimize your logistics efficiently, quickly and sustainably.
