Over more than a century, Cannon has gained significant experience across many different industries. Although it has proven itself in many sectors, it is always keen to investigate new, evolving sectors, where logistics performance is critical to business success. As markets become more competitive and customers more demanding, the need for highly effective and highly efficient logistics will continue to grow.
Some of the key sectors Cannon has worked with are highlighted below:
Automotive
The challenges facing automotive OEMs and suppliers are growing. Increased competition and slow market growth means a constant need to improve efficiency and customer service. Cannon has developed a comprehensive range of logistics, storage, packing and fulfilment services that have been proven in many of the world's leading players in the automotive market.
Construction
Companies serving the construction industry face a unique set of challenges, having to deliver materials to construction sites, often within very tight delivery windows. Cannon has delivered business success to companies in this sector and has pioneered the use of new “rear steer” systems for sites with restricted access.
Industrial
Today’s competitive marketplace puts increased pressure on industrial manufacturers. Continued margin pressure makes the need for competitive advantage greater than ever. Just in time and lean manufacturing, together with outsourcing can allow companies to maintain and build success, but make greater demands on the logistics chain. Cannon has developed a range of highly efficient logistics solutions that can keep you one step ahead of the competition and drive down business costs.
Retail
Growth in retail sales, both on line and off line, has increased the burden of logistics for many thousands of companies. The need for just in time shipments, together with more “direct to customer” deliveries continues to drive the market. In response to this demand, Cannon has developed a range of logistics, storage and fulfilment services that can remove the burden for trade or end user suppliers. The company can even take orders direct from clients’ websites, before processing and ensuring delivery direct to the end user, whether at home or at work.
White Goods
The white goods market in the UK has grown quickly in recent years. Because competition is increasing and customers are becoming more demanding, the pressure on the logistics chain continues to grow. Cannon has worked with many companies in this market, and has a range of storage, fulfilment and distribution services that have been proven in this sector again and again.
High technology
High technology businesses are facing increased challenges, as competition increases and product lifecycles get shorter and shorter. Customers demand precision logistics as well as the ability to respond rapidly to changing market conditions. Cannon has developed a range of storage, fulfilment and logistics services that can help any high tech manufacturer or brand to improve customer service and reduce costs.
Paper manufacturing
The paper industry has products that must be handled carefully, stored carefully and delivered precisely when required. As the market becomes more competitive, manufacturers and distributors must squeeze every last penny from the logistics chain, whilst improving levels of customer service. Cannon has invested in the plant and the systems to provide a cost-effective solution to anyone in this market sector.
