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Our Story
The Sedlak name is synonymous with
independent, innovative, common sense solutions.
After graduating from John Carroll University with
a major in philosophy and a minor in industrial
engineering, Joe Sedlak went to work for Hodel
Chain and later Picker X-ray designing their
material handling systems. He also taught at John
Carroll, where he met Maurie Salzman, the CEO of
Bobbie Brooks.
Maurie hired Joe to be his distribution center
manager, where Joe designed a totally new,
state-of-the-art DC. It was such the envy of the industry,
Maurie would host tours of the facility and Joe
would get calls from companies on evenings and
weekends asking, “Can you help us?” And he did.
In 1958 Joe decided to hang his shingle. A busy
family man with a strong faith, he based his
company on three principles: family, faith and
profession.
Now a second-generation, family-owned
business, Sedlak supports clients in planning
and deploying their distribution networks and
designing and implementing facilities based on
operational best practices.
We are passionate about listening to our
clients…seeing their business through their
eyes and partnering with them to deliver value
on their terms.
We pride ourselves on both the unsurpassed
body of industry knowledge and the trusted,
enduring client relationships we have built.
1950s
Company founder Joe Sedlak had a reputation for innovative garment handling systems dating back to his work with former employer Bobbie Brooks. Early on, the majority of Sedlak’s clients were garment manufacturers. Other clients included Picker X-Ray, Ford Motor Company and Colgate-Palmolive.
Joseph A. Sedlak Management Consultants, Inc. founded in August 1958
1960s
Sedlak developed high-speed unit sortation systems to answer the needs of JC Penney, General Merchandise and other catalogers. As specialty retailers began to take market share from traditional department stores, we began working for companies like The Limited and Paul Harris.
Expanded client base of Fortune 500 companies Family ownership changed from 1st generation to 2nd generation
1970s
In this decade, President Reagan approved spending to modernize our defense infrastructure, which had not been updated since WWII. Sedlak did a lot of government work and designed multiple facilities for the military.
1980s
Sedlak developed an information technology practice to support system implementations that were quickly becoming a critical component of automated distribution centers. Also in this decade environmental concerns were growing, impacting building and operational practices.
First green distribution center completed
1990s
With the popularity of internet shopping, Sedlak continued developing innovative designs for e-commerce clients and multi-channel retailers, as well as 3PLs entering the dot-com boom. The Y2K scare was an added concern for many clients, now relying on information systems for daily operations.
Moved into corporate offices in Highland Hills
2000s
Network strategy became a large part of Sedlak’s business as companies faced rising fuel costs on transportation. We continued to support the maturing 3PL market and the ever-changing needs of retailers. Our labor management practice also grew as clients sought greater workforce efficiencies in the distribution center.
In 2008 Sedlak celebrated 50 years as a leader in the industry
Differentiators
Industry Experience since 1958
We are a niche provider in the logistics industry,
with an unsurpassed body of knowledge and
over 2,500 projects for more than 1,200 clients
worldwide.
Independence
We employ all technologies without bias and
never recommend a vendor’s product of
services unless we are certain it is the best
solution for our client.
Data-Driven
We come prepared with factual information
supported by deep distribution experience.
Process Discipline
We develop proactive, efficient processes and
pursue flawless execution. We address all issues
openly and constructively so that projects are
completed on time and on budget.
Attention to Detail
Our focus on detail and performance metrics
enable our clients to achieve capacity and
operational execution that supports targeted
growth.
Customer Mindset
We listen to our clients and see the business
through their eyes. Over 75 percent of our
clients return to us for solutions to their
ongoing business needs.
Collaborative Methodology
Our time-tested, collaborative approach
engages the client’s participation at every
critical stage of the project and ensures that
optimum answers emerge.
Supply Chain Strategy Distribution Network Design
Fulfillment Strategy Assessment & Design Capacity Studies Consolidation Analyses Site Selection
Inventory Deployment & Flow Strategies Statistical KPI & Performance Development
Conceptual Design of New and/or Expanded Facilities
Economic Analysis including ROI
Capital Estimating and Budgeting
Detailed Drawing and Specification
Development Solicitations of Competitive Bids & Vendor Evaluations Transition Planning Implementation & Project Management
Service Offerings
Sound, Unbiased Solutions for New & Retrofitted Facilities Capital Estimates & Budgets Detailed, Engineered Layouts Simulation Modeling Detailed Functional Specifications Comprehensive Competitive Bid Packages & Evaluations Installation Project ManagementFunctional Systems Requirements
Current Systems Audit Bid Package & RFP Prep System Rollout Planning Comprehensive Project Management
Solution Configuration, Set-Up & Testing Host and Material Handling Interface Support Training Program Development Post Implementation Support Transportation Cost Improvement Assessments Core Carrier Program Development ‘Last Mile Delivery’ & Parcel Delivery Design & Optimization
Private Fleet Optimization Transportation Mode Optimization
Assessorial Charge & Freight Payment Audits Prepaid-to-Collect Conversion TMS Selection & Implementation Outsourcing Support
Facility/Operational Assessments & Process Audits Energy Savings Productivity & Operations Enhancements “Best Practices” Engineered Standards Labor Management Programs Product Slotting Modeling
Liaison between Client and Contractors/Vendors Coordination of Building, Equipment & IT Vendors Schedule, Budget & Compliance Oversight Implementation Coordination & Testing Transition Planning Communication, Change Readiness, Change Management & Training Programs
Service Offerings
Core Competency Reviews & Outsourcing Assessments 3PL Structure & Relationship Design 3PL Selection & Management Transition & Implementation Planning & Oversight 3PL Performance Audits Insourcing Assistance
Omni-Channel Fulfillment Strategy
Order Capture & Management Design Multi-Channel Distribution Facility & Operations Design
Fulfillment Location Design & Enablement Inventory Deployment Optimization
Store Fulfillment
Operations & Back Room Design
Inventory Assessments Forecasting, Planning & Replenishment Design Inventory Accuracy Process Improvements Inventory ‘Right-Sizing’ Initiatives Inventory Deployment Planning OS&D Inventory Reconciliation & Disposition
Forecasting & Demand Planning Tool Selection & Implementation
From
Strategic
Planning
To
Tactical
Execution
Project Management / Change Management
• Data collection • Client and customer
interviews • Facility tours and
operational reviews • High level data analysis • Benchmark comparisons
Diagnosis (Phase 0)
• Detailed data analysis • Design alternative creation • Options comparison &
selection
• Stakeholder acceptance • Plan & budget preparation • Approval support
Conceptual Design
(Phase 1)
•
Detailed process/facility design•
Equipment and application specification•
Bid preparation and vendor selection•
Implementation schedule developmentDetailed Design and
Selection (Phase 2)
Implementation/
Integration (Phase 3)
Our Methodology Keeps Us Focused on Results!
• Project management • Schedule management • Quality control
• Operational and applications training
• Transition assistance
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SEDLAKHASDESIGNED, OPTIMIZEDANDIMPLEMENTED ACROSSALLINDUSTRIESANDMARKETS
Founded by innovative material handling system designer Joseph A. Sedlak. Still privately owned by 2nd generation family
members and one of the longest-standing independent supply chain and logistics consultancies in North America.
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IN OUR 55 YEAR HISTORY, SEDLAK HAS COMPLETED
W O R L D W I D E
Sedlak by the Numbers
80
%
OVER
Clients who return to Sedlak for solutions
to their ongoing business needs
Average amount our clients save on equipment and
technology purchases, compared to buying direct,
as a result of our strategic vendor alliances and attention to design detail
Average tenure of
our Associates
(Many over 15 yrs.)
11
YEARS
Average ROI 3 to 5 years
$
Cost per Unit (Retail Direct Labor)
$.08 - $.15
Cost per Unit (D2C Direct Labor)
$.25 - $.40
Order Cycle Time 2.5 - 4.0 hrs
OUR DESIGN EXPERTISE AND ATTENTION TO DETAIL HAVE ACHIEVED THESE RESULTS FOR SOME OF OUR CLIENTS.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
10% to
15%
One centralized corporate office in Northeast Ohio facilitates innovation and team-based
solutions for our clients.
Our company was founded upon three principles:
Family, Faith and Profession.
We encourage our associates to engage in life balance and work excellence.
