CASE STUDIES
Every project embodies our founding principles:
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Ensure a reliable, transparent, and efficient procurement experience for our clients
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Safeguard their investement and enhance their operational success
Case Study: Transforming a Small Granite Business
​Background
We are a small granite business located in Florida. Our journey began by acquiring a business with extremely old and heavily used equipment. After operating for several years, we recognized the need for a complete overhaul to remain competitive in terms of quality, process and labor efficiencies, and cost.
The Challenge
To achieve our goal, we defined the scope of the required process equipment, which included:
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A 5-axis CNC saw equivalent
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Edge polisher
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Water systems filtration
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Overhead crane
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Fork truck
When we priced these items in the U.S. and North America, the total cost significantly exceeded our budget. This financial hurdle led us to seek alternative solutions.
The Solution
We approached Global Link Procurement LLC (GLC) to explore the possibility of sourcing our equipment offshore. Having no prior experience in this area, we relied on GLC to guide us through the process and minimize the associated risks.
The Process
GLC provided comprehensive support throughout the entire process, including:
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Defining Scope in Detail: GLC worked with us to define the scope of our requirements in detail, ensuring all aspects were covered.
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Identifying Potential Suppliers: They helped us identify potential suppliers in Asia, specifically in China and Italy, based on our detailed scope.
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Coordinating Supplier Visits: GLC coordinated and facilitated our visits to these suppliers, providing valuable guidance and support during the selection process.
The Outcome
After evaluating several vendors, we ultimately selected suppliers from China and Italy. This decision resulted in a 40% savings compared to the bids we received from North American suppliers. The purchase included installation labor support through the startup phase for the granite cutting and edge polishing units.
Key Insights
One of the critical pieces of advice from GLC was to closely evaluate the software interfaces of the equipment. This focus proved invaluable during our startup phase and for future software updates, significantly enhancing our operational efficiency.
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Conclusion
Thanks to Global Link Procurement LLC, we successfully overhauled our business with high-quality equipment at a fraction of the cost. Their expertise and hands-on support were crucial in navigating the complexities of offshore procurement. We strongly recommend exploring options with Global Link Procurement for any business considering a similar venture.
Recommendation
For any business looking to upgrade their equipment and enhance operational efficiency while managing costs, we highly recommend Global Link Procurement LLC. Their detailed approach and extensive support can provide significant savings and operational improvements.
Case Study: Cost-Effective Cabinetry Solutions
Background
I procure for a small business construction company. Recently, we were awarded a large cabinetry project based on our competitive bid. However, between the time of our bid and the actual construction phase, North American cabinet prices soared, threatening the profitability of our project.
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The Challenge
To stay within budget and ensure project profitability, we needed to find equivalent quality cabinetry at a significantly reduced cost.
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The Solution
We reached out to Global Equipment Link (GLC) for assistance in identifying cost-effective alternatives without compromising on quality.
The Process
GLC provided invaluable support through the following steps:
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Initial Supplier Identification: GLC identified two potential sources in China that could meet our quality requirements. They provided samples of materials, which demonstrated a potential savings of 25%.
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Further Cost Reduction: While the initial savings were impressive, we communicated to GLC that we needed even more savings to make our project profitable. GLC then expanded their search and identified a supplier from Vietnam.
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Quality and Savings Evaluation: The Vietnamese supplier not only offered improved quality over the initial Chinese options but also provided a 35% cost savings.