Resource Challenges Logistical Risks and ValueAdded Services Import Coordination for Clearance Anixter can allocate the resources to make sure all freight airway customs clearance and commercial invoice documents are presented to the customs officials to clear the goods If inaccurate documents are presented lengthy delays and penalties can result Deployment and Project Management Anixter can provide many of the same deployment services in most local markets as it does in the US such as wholeorder delivery kitting labeling serial number tracking etc Anixter is also able to manage consignment inventory depending on local regulations Because of the complexities and costs of international deployment some customers ask Anixter to provide welldefined project management services on site Procurement and Consolidation There are many challenges in selecting both US and foreign country suppliers and coordinating the scheduled deliveries to a central consolidation point for importation to the local country Anixters global sourcing organization can m a n a g e t h e q u o t e p r o c e s s c o n s o l i d a t e t h e d e l i v e r i e s f o r foreignsourced products and make sure the products are purchased at low cost and high quality no matter where the supplier is located Anixter can pay the various suppliers and consolidate invoicing in accordance with all government requirements Lead Times Managing varying suppliers lead times is taxing on resources and difficult to manage Anixter can schedule anticipate and coordinate various product delivery schedules from US suppliers local suppliers and other foreign suppliers if required simultaneously This can avoid costly project delays and penalties Changes Adds Expedites Shortages Nearly every project has changes on the job site These adds and changes can be critical and add substantial costs and delays when procuring from overseas suppliers and installing in foreign countries Anixter has product in its incountry warehouses and can make its worldwide inventory of 450000 part numbers available to its customers when needed Anixter can expedite delivery from overseas sources andor find quality local sources when needed Consumables and Supplies Anixter stocks consumable products and miscellaneous supplies used by the installers on the job site Anixter can offer its customers onestop shopping on virtually every component they need for an installation Service Failures Returns Reverse Logistics and Warranties Effective management of this is critical in overseas projects particularly when sourcing outside of the local country Anixter manages the return and warranty process so product failures and warranty products can be returned to Anixter in the 52 countries it is located Anixter will manage the paperwork transportation back to the repair center inside of country or as an exportation back to country of origin and provide advance replacement in critical situations This is extremely valuable for customers who have ongoing investments and growth of their sites globally Maintaining Standards Helping Maintain Corporate Standards at all Facilities Through its Global Program Anixter offers a centralized approach through its Global Sales Team that supports customers locally offering the same high level of service consistently across each region of the world Anixter often helps its customers educate their employees in international facilities to stay within their corporate guidelines and technical specifications Installation and Selection of Installers Selection of the right certified local installer with the ability to warrant its installation is critical in the success of any overseas project Anixter partners with qualified certified and experienced local installers in all the countries it operates Anixter can also recommend these installers for any of its customers projects Conformance with Local Standards Local building codes and electrical standards vary widely worldwide Anixter and its partner installers know the local country state and city standards This can eliminate substantial rework during inspection as well as avoid delays and penalties Sales Support Communication Deploying overseas often means overcoming language barriers and understanding local business customs Anixter has employees incountry speaking in the local language who know local business issues Anixters incountry reps can coordinate with customers and local installers Anixter avoids time zone challenges and conducts business with its customers facetoface providing the same level and breadth of service in each region as it does here in the US Systems and Visibility Central visibility of available inventory product prep and deployment and delivery details are essential to any projects success especially internationally Anixter can provide access to its global eAnixter tool which allows customers procurement organizations anywhere in the world to view where product is at any time how much has been procured and how much has been used You can count on Anixters products technical expertise global distribution network and Supply Chain Solutions Well get you the products you need when and how you need them