Building a Stronger EBSCO
After 80 years of buying, leading, and operating a diverse array of businesses, we have learned many lessons. And one thing we know to be infinitely true is that operating excellence rarely happens by chance.
This playbook has been developed to serve as a guide for setting clear expectations, sharing more effective and efficient ways of working, and discovering corporate services that can reduce operating expenses. It includes resources and case studies for sharing experiences and lessons learned across our organization.
It’s unlikely that every project we implement will succeed, but when we collectively learn from those experiences, every business we lead, can.
Business Requirements
Actions that have been proven to streamline operations, reduce risk, and boost performance
Policies
Clear, accessible rules guiding actions. They ensure consistency and compliance across the organization.
Standards
Minimum benchmarks for critical business areas. Focused on desired outcomes, standards allow flexibility in implementation while maintaining quality and consistency.
Procedures
Specific, documented processes for key actions. Promoting efficiency and reducing errors, with room for business unit customization when appropriate.
Services
Essential support functions provided by corporate capabilities to assist business units in growing revenue, reducing costs, and/or reducing business risk.
Areas of Focus
These themes include specific policies, standards, procedures, and services associated with each topic.
By embracing the Playbook, and leveraging the available services, we position ourselves not just for
compliance, but for excellence. Together, we build a resilient, high-performing organization
ready to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow.
Stories of Success
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Diversified Ocean Freight Supply Chain Strategy
An effective ocean freight strategy is critical to balance service levels with shipping costs and overall supply chain efficiency. In this case study, Luxor and PRADCO Outdoor Brands recently explored leveraged direct carrier relationships to achieve substantial savings.
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Streamlining Security for Better Service and Savings
Read how our company embarked on a strategic initiative to consolidate our security tools. The goal was to reduce the number of vendors from six to two, thereby gaining better service and financial advantages for our operating companies.
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Optimizing Small Parcel Logistics with Sifted
In today’s competitive market, optimizing small parcel logistics is crucial for reducing costs and improving efficiency. This case study explores how to achieve the lowest rates and improve customer service.
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