Portcast

Year: 2024

Award: Supply Chain Excellence Awards - USA

Award Name: The Supply Chain Visibility Award

Company: Star Pipe Products, Portcast

Portcast has empowered Starpipe Products to achieve exceptional operational efficiency and strategic foresight through its advanced Visibility solutions tailored for ocean freight.

As a leading US-based manufacturer in the construction industry, Starpipe’s vast supply chain spans 14 regional distribution centers across North America, over 75,000 warehouse locations, and more than one million square feet of storage space.

Before Portcast, Starpipe faced significant challenges with manual shipment tracking and limited real-time data on port operations, impeding their ability to manage disruptions proactively. By integrating Portcast’s Real-Time Container Tracking and Predictive Visibility solutions, Starpipe gained precise, real-time container tracking data, streamlining operations and enhancing decision-making capabilities.

This collaboration has saved over 1,200 hours annually in manual tracking efforts for Starpipe and significantly reduced its operational costs.

Starpipe’s proactive communication about shipment delays and exceptions has notably strengthened customer satisfaction and trust in the company, aligning with their commitment to timely door-to-door delivery.

Furthermore, optimised inventory planning based on real-time data has further enhanced operational efficiency, reinforcing Starpipe’s reputation as a dependable supply chain partner. Our collaboration demonstrates Portcast’s commitment to innovative, tailored solutions that elevate supply chain Visibility standards, alongside Starpipe’s dedication to ensuring a transparent and timely delivery for their customers.