Monthly Distribution Cost Analysis - Construction Supplies & Fixtures

Track and analyze key distribution cost metrics, operational efficiency, and logistics performance for construction supplies and fixtures distribution operations. Focus on cost per unit, transportation expenses, warehouse utilization, and delivery performance to optimize distribution network efficiency.

Report Objective

Monitor and analyze monthly distribution costs across the construction supplies and fixtures network, identifying cost drivers, efficiency opportunities, and operational performance trends. Track key metrics including shipping costs, warehouse operations, inventory handling, and delivery performance to support data-driven decisions for cost optimization and service level maintenance.

Transportation and Shipping Costs

Line chart showing daily shipping costs per unit with carrier breakdown

Questions to Consider:

2025-02-012025-03-012025-04-01date$3.10$3.20$3.30$3.40sum(cost_per_unit) vs. carriersum(cost_per_unit)carrierHow are Daily Shipping Costs per Unit Trending?Daily cost per unit shows variation between $2.15-$4.75 across carriers

  • What are the main drivers behind cost variations?

  • Are there specific carriers showing concerning cost trends?

  • How do costs align with contracted rates?

  • Which carriers offer the most competitive rates?

  • How do service levels correlate with costs?

  • Are there volume-based opportunities for cost reduction?

Carrier ACarrier BCarrier CCarrier Dcarrier$0.00$20.00$40.00$60.00$80.00sum(cost_per_unit)sum(cost_per_unit)How do Shipping Costs Compare Across Carriers?Carrier cost variations reveal opportunities for rate negotiation

Warehouse Operations Efficiency

Bar chart comparing warehouse costs and utilization metrics

Questions to Consider:

DC EastDC CentralDC WestDC SouthDC Northfacility$0.00$10.00$20.00$30.00$40.00sum(cost_per_unit_handled)sum(cost_per_unit_handled)What is the Cost Efficiency of Each Distribution Center?Unit handling costs vary from $1.25 to $2.85 across facilities

  • Which facilities demonstrate best practices in cost management?

  • How do facility volumes impact unit costs?

  • What factors drive cost differences between facilities?

  • Which facilities need space optimization?

  • How does seasonality impact space utilization?

  • Are there opportunities for inventory rebalancing?

DC EastDC CentralDC WestDC SouthDC Northfacility0%50000%100000%150000%sum(space_utilization)sum(space_utilization)How Efficiently is Warehouse Space Being Utilized?Space utilization ranges from 65% to 92% across facilities

Delivery Performance and Last Mile Costs

Table showing delivery metrics and associated costs

Questions to Consider:

regionon_time_delivery_ratelast_mile_cost
Northeast9523%$14.17
Southeast9553%$14.85
Midwest9180%$22.38
Southwest9295%$24.12
Northwest9679%$18.13
West9557%$20.40
Northeast9678%$18.89
Southeast9417%$21.55
Midwest9445%$12.50
Southwest9525%$21.79

  • Which regions show the best balance of cost and service levels?

  • How do urban vs. rural delivery costs compare?

  • What strategies could improve delivery efficiency in high-cost regions?