Truck manufacturer Navistar Inc. has extended the role of Menlo Worldwide Logistics, contracting with the company to provide an expanded range of fourth-party logistics (4PL) analysis, design and management services in support of Navistar's five-year plan to reengineer and improve performance in its supply chain.
In this larger "network manager" role, Menlo, a subsidiary of Con-way Inc., is working with Navistar to deploy an advanced strategic collaboration model for continuous supply chain improvement globally. Utilizing this model, the companies are redesigning Navistar's structure, processes and practices for global logistics, transportation and supply chain management. Navistar's objective is to achieve a 25% reduction in supply chain spend by 2013, while establishing the team and advanced management skills to drive continuous improvement into Navistar's operations going forward.