Our expertise.

At Avalon CSC, we specialize in providing industry specific supply chain solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of today’s customer, where efficient logistics and operational excellence are critical. With decades of experience in automating distribution centers, optimizing supply chains, and implementing innovative technologies, we will empower your business to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance productivity. Our industry-specific knowledge enables us to deliver solutions that address the unique challenges of each sector, ensuring optimal performance and sustainable growth.

Distribution & Wholesale

At Avalon CSC, we specialize in guiding distribution and wholesale corporations through strategic expansions and operational optimizations. Our expertise includes designing and implementing automated distribution centers, managing every stage of the project—from initial planning and feasibility assessments to system design, equipment procurement, and overseeing installation. We coordinate testing, staff training, and ensure a smooth transition during the go-live phase, guaranteeing that all processes and technologies are fully integrated. This approach enables significant improvements in operational efficiency and supports regional sales growth.

CASE STUDY

Challenge

A major distributor of electrical products in the USA was looking to expand their business and build a new distribution center in a neighboring state.

Action

Avalon provided our client with strategic guidance and detailed plans with regards to the impact on their current network of distribution centers, the size and layout of their to-be distribution center, and the process design as well as implementation support to a fully automated facility. We managed the entire greenfield project, from ground-breaking, to facility go live – everything from co-ordination of construction plans to the approval of final work instructions and SOPs for the associates working in the warehouse.

Result

In a period of 11 months, the building construction, facility design, process design, facility deployment, automation deployment, testing of all software and hiring and training of over 22 associates. The facility was designed with excess capacity which has enabled the client to grow their sales in that region by over 100% following the facility coming online.

Challenge

A leader in the distribution of automotive aftermarket parts and industrial paint in North America wanted to consolidate inventory and sourcing processes for all their distribution centers.

Action

Avalon assisted our client in the consolidation of their sourcing processes and implemented an optimal inventory management strategy. We also walked with them through the change management and deployment of the newly designed process.

Result

Our client was able to reduce and redistribute their inventory among their 34 distribution centers and implement best practices across their Canadian and US purchasing groups. This reduced their overall inventory level by 17%, with improved service levels across the network.