“the Logistics To me, this is very important in the overall cost of the product“says Franco when reviewing the tensions, regional differences and operational needs of the sector. In this interview, he talks about volumes, seasonality, services, challenges and the impact of transportation on the customer experience.
Today in Argentina It growswith continuous product development and demand that remains strong across the country. It’s an industry on the move Large quantitiesNot only within the sector itself, but also in relation to other productive branches.
There are very relevant companies that are setting trends and driving this growth. Overall, it is a segment that is steadily progressing and has Increasingly important participation In modern construction.
It is a relatively easy material to transport because General merchandiseBut it requires special care. he manipulation It can cause breakage as external conditions such as humidity or rain affect it.
Although they can be carried in different types of units, the key is to choose the most suitable unit according to the route, as this ensures Better protection It reduces risks. Logistics is not complicated, but it does require attention to detail that ensures the product arrives Good condition.
It doesn’t change the overall layout much, but it does have an impact Choose the correct unit. There are vehicles that allow more flexible loading and unloading, such as… Side curtainAnd others – such as sandstone or collapsible railings – that work better in certain operations.
The challenge is not to get the units, but to get the right units according to the origin and destination. Operating from Buenos Aires is not the same as supplying to distant cities, where availability is lower and costs can increase.
It weighs a lot. Areas like Buenos Aires, Cordoba or Mendoza usually have more transportation options, making loading and unloading easier. But in more isolated places, it’s common for transport to have to make detours or move around empty to get there, making the process more expensive. Location determined Availabilityand availability effects Cost competitiveness. Therefore, understanding and anticipating each area well is essential for better planning.
There are specific moments where there may be differences, but when one looks at the entire year, demand remains the same. Quite a couple. It is a product with a uniform distribution, without significant peaks or valleys. This helps organize the layout and allows for a clearer reading of the chart Workflow.
The first thing is Readiness for changeBecause logistics is never linear. Unexpected events always arise and you need suppliers who adapt quickly. It is also necessary that they have Good costssomething that was very much seen today. But this is not enough: quality service, product care, careful coordination, and the ability to provide the best Immediate response If a problem arises.
Often times a transportation operation malfunctions or does not arrive on time, and it is important that the operator be able to act as a “spare wheel.” Furthermore, continuous feedback with the customer and the company is part of the value: it is important that the unit arrives well, that the product is undamaged and That the entire process is maintained Clear and organized.
It is a huge challenge because every country has its own challenge Logistical peculiaritiesIts conditions, method of work and suppliers. Although the bidding processes are similar, the terminology and operational logic change. These differences affect the negotiation, communication and understanding of each service.
there Applications They are very common in Argentina and in other countries they do not appear in the same nature. There are also similarities of course: capital cities with a high concentration of transportation and remote areas where obtaining units is more complicated. But the biggest difficulty lies in… Understand the context For each country and adapt solutions without imposing models that do not always work the same way.
It’s the key. The regional perspective allows us to determine Competencies that have worked well in one country and evaluate whether it can be transferred to another country. Sometimes this is possible and generates a direct impact on spending; Others do not, because it does not fit the local context.
Part of the role is specifically to analyze that: why something works in Peru or Brazil, and whether it makes sense to implement it in Argentina or Chile. If it makes sense, develop processes and work with suppliers who can Adapts For those needs.
What it works for For the arrival of the product Always in best conditionin time and form. Outside of my purchasing role, when I think as a consumer, I want what I ordered to arrive nicely, completely, and without damage. I apply the same logic to my work: taking care of the product, maintaining quality, meeting deadlines, and making sure the product works expertise Customer satisfactory.
For me the logistics have Direct impact on total cost From the product. It is necessary to work on internal efficiency, but also to rely on suppliers who offer solutions, flexibility and care for materials. The most important thing is that the product arrives well, arrives quickly, and arrives as it should. This is the basis of management that really accompanies the growth of this sector.