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There's much more to the question of whether you should be considering a Third Party Logistics solution than the obvious financial feasibility issue. Even beyond the typical examinations of "if, when, and how" to bring in any element of third party support, there are subtle factors that have more to do with making or breaking the wisdom of the decision.

Foremost is the foundation issue of whether or not you and your organization are emotionally and culturally ready to integrate third party activities into your operations. Next is the question of how well or poorly the third party's culture complements your own. Critically, there is the "crystal ball" factor of how good the fit might be, and where the provider's capabilities will be, five years down the road . . . and how that might affect today's decision.

Finally, there is the ultimate driver of how you see, and how you can use a third party, for strategic advantage. Not to mention how far back in the Supply Chain you can contemplate introducing third party activities.

The Progress Group understands, based on substantive practical experience, the environmental and strategic components of a third party evaluation, as well as the nuts and bolts of the basic business economics involved. We recently designed and facilitated one of the largest third party deals made to date, and one of the most comprehensive in scope as well.

Whether you needs cover the entire Supply Chain, or simply one of its pieces, we can help you reach the right decision, with the right service provider(s), for the right reasons . . . and for the long haul.

The Progress Group, LLC, 1080 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite 300, Roswell, GA 30076. Tel: 770-804-9920; Fax: 770-804-9925.

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