[ industry ]
Manufacturing Logistics
Build a resilient manufacturing supply chain with integrated logistics that deliver agility and control.
[ pain points ]
Challenges for Manufacturing Supply Chains
When Supply Slows, Everything Stops
When materials don’t arrive on time, production stops. Even minor delays can lead to mounting production costs. Stabilize inbound flow with proactive contingency planning and diversified sourcing. Consistent inbound flow keeps production moving without costly downtime.
Sourcing Overseas Adds a Lot of Unknowns
When materials don’t arrive on time, production stops. Even minor delays can lead to mounting production costs. Stabilize inbound flow with proactive contingency planning and diversified sourcing. Consistent inbound flow keeps production moving without costly downtime.
One Delay Throws Everyone Off
When materials don’t arrive on time, production stops. Even minor delays can lead to mounting production costs. Stabilize inbound flow with proactive contingency planning and diversified sourcing. Consistent inbound flow keeps production moving without costly downtime.
Shipping Costs Fluctuate
When materials don’t arrive on time, production stops. Even minor delays can lead to mounting production costs. Stabilize inbound flow with proactive contingency planning and diversified sourcing. Consistent inbound flow keeps production moving without costly downtime.
Inventory Blind Spots Drive Up Cost
When materials don’t arrive on time, production stops. Even minor delays can lead to mounting production costs. Stabilize inbound flow with proactive contingency planning and diversified sourcing. Consistent inbound flow keeps production moving without costly downtime.
Good Teams Are Hard to Find
When materials don’t arrive on time, production stops. Even minor delays can lead to mounting production costs. Stabilize inbound flow with proactive contingency planning and diversified sourcing. Consistent inbound flow keeps production moving without costly downtime.
[ what we do ]
Manufacturing Industries We Serve
Different sectors face different levels of risk and complexity. See how we tailor solutions for these manufacturing industries:
Industry Credentials
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CTPAT Certification
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FTZ 126 Administrator
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National Permit, US Licensed Customs Broker
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Indirect Air Carrier (IAC)
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International Air Transport Association (IATA)
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National Customs Broker and Forwarders Association of America (NCBFAA)
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Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA)
Solving a Major Manufacturer’s Fleet Operations at Scale
A leading home appliance manufacturer ran a dedicated fleet across six U.S. terminals, moving 200 truckloads weekly with over 100 drivers. The operation also included yard management and logistics admin—but rising turnover, safety issues, and compliance gaps signaled the need for change. Their 3PL couldn’t keep up.
Legacy, already managing their warehousing, stepped in with a full asset management model. They introduced unified communication, upgraded the TMS and yard systems, launched a driver training academy, and consolidated West Coast operations to cut costs. With clear metrics and consistent leadership, the fleet became a benchmark for performance across the manufacturer’s transportation network.
- Service: Measured in Loads Returned/No Truck Available – went from nearly 3/day down to ~0/day.
- Productivity: Measured in Spots Per Hour – went from 1.4 to 1.9 in year one.
- Safety: Drove more than 30% reduction in composite percentile against all other CMV fleets – a CSA score that drives DOT audits.
- Costs: Performed an equipment utilization study that cut trailer lease costs by 20%
[ our services ]
Logistics Services for the Manufacturing Industry
We understand the pressure manufacturers are under and the critical role logistics plays in their success. Manufacturing supply chains are among the most complex in the world. And complexity calls for coordination.
Solve your toughest supply chain challenges with warehousing, distribution, and transportation managed by one team. Explore our logistics services for manufacturing.
Warehousing & Distribution
Achieve peak efficiency to bring out the full potential of your supply chain.
Transportation Solutions
Adapt in real time with a customized transportation solution that supports just-in-time manufacturing and maintains supply chain continuity.
Dedicated Fleet Services
Optimize every mile with a fleet engineered for maximum productivity and flexibility.
- Fleet Design & Operations
- Workforce Management
- Asset Procurement & Maintenance
[ stats ]
Performance Metrics for Manufacturers
99.2%
Dock to Stock in 48 Hours
98%
On-Time Pickup
99.5%
Inventory Accuracy
99.9%
Order Accuracy
99.6%
On-Time Shipping
[ innovation ]
Tech That Performs.
People Who Deliver.
Our connected platform gives you real-time visibility across your supply chain. Integrated systems surface the right data at the right time to drive better performance, even when plans change.
[ tier 1 wms ]
Keep track of everything and increase efficiency.
Manhattan SCALE WMS improves efficiency, offers real-time visibility, and integrates with any platform.
[ custom oms ]
Route orders the smart way.
Instead of guessing, a custom order system shows you the fastest and cheapest way to ship.
[ tms platform ]
More flexibility. Lower freight cost.
We tailor each TMS to fit your operation. From carrier vetting to shipment tracking, it’s optimized for your benefit.
[ customer web portal ]
Your whole supply chain, in one tab.
View inventory, track orders, update documents, and manage billing 24/7.
[ edi platform ]
Everything stays connected.
Our EDI links your systems with ours and your partners’ for smooth, accurate data flow across the chain.
[ rfid tracking ]
Know what’s where, automatically.
RFID updates your system live, so you can be confident in your numbers.
[ supply chain visibility tools ]
See problems before they hit.
When a delay or stock issue is coming, you’ll know early and have time to pivot.
[ predictive analytics & ai ]
Plan smarter, not harder.
AI tools spot trends and forecast what’s next, so your inventory and labor plans match reality.
[ automation solutions ]
Let tech do the repeat work.
From sortation to packing, automation boosts throughput without adding headcount.
[ 6 river systems cobots ]
Faster, accurate order fulfillment.
Innovative cobots allow pickers to speed up fulfillment and reduce walking, searching, and error.
[ last-mile intelligence ]
Smarter routing. Happier customers.
Real-time last-mile data helps you avoid missed windows, improve delivery accuracy, and keep service levels high.
[ case study ]
Scaling Technology and Developing People for a Global AV Distributor
A leading audio-visual distributor partnered with Legacy to modernize and expand its three-site U.S. distribution network. Legacy implemented a Tier-1 WMS (Manhattan SCALE), optimized facility layouts, introduced automation, and developed on-site leadership teams to align people, processes, and technology. The result: a scalable network built for long-term performance and growth.
- 40% reduction in quality defects (DPMO) over 3 years
- 29.8% year-over-year productivity gain at peak improvement
- Double-digit cost reductions (–15.1%, –10.8%) sustained annually