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High-frequency, small-lot shipments

High-frequency, small-lot shipments

Using DHL Express services makes it possible to visualize costs and control inventory. We also have a range of services that can meet your various needs, so please feel free to contact us for advice on your transportation needs.

Shipping in frequent, small lots can help businesses to save greatly on time and costs, while keeping customers satisfied with short transit times. In international shipping, we know that every shipment matters. That's why we offer business solutions tailored to our customers' needs. 

In Japan, many manufacturers apply the JIT (Just-in-Time) philosophy, producing to meet customers demands. This prevents waste from overproduction and ensures that they meet the strictest quality standards. Lean manufacturing and shipping on demand also helps to increase overall efficiency and reduce inventory and storage costs. With more businesses prioritizing sustainability today, such methods are essential in supply chain optimization, to reduce wasteful practices and maximize resources.

General air freight transport: Different carriers throughout the journey

Shipments get passed to various carrier companies throughout the entire shipping process, making it difficult to track and account for many individual shipments.

Integrated, door-to-door transport with DHL Express

Integrated door-to-door international shipping helps shippers to have full visibility, while saving delivery time and logistics costs.

Benefits of using DHL Express 

  • Reduce fixed costs (storage, inventory, etc.)
  • Reduce inventory (improve excess inventory) Appropriate inventory
  • Supply parts in a timely manner (Just In Time)
  • Improved/maximized sales opportunities
  • Prevention of loss of sales opportunities


Two benefits of DHL Express small-lot, high-frequency transport

1. Reduction in inventory through shorter transport lead times

By shortening transport lead times and making transport times controllable, it becomes possible to carry out detailed inventory management, leading to a reduction in inventory.

2. Overall optimization for cost reduction

By reducing inventory, it is possible to reduce fixed costs such as warehouse storage costs and labor costs, and by centrally managing inventory, it is possible to expect various cost reductions.

Features of DHL Express