Practitioners who provide quality consultation

Experienced practitioners fixing real supply chain problems.

Compass partners with leadership teams to improve how supply chains actually run—starting fast and working side by side from strategy through execution.

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Supply chain team collaboration
5,000+
Installations
150+
Clients Served
90+
Years Experience

Trusted by supply chain leaders across

Consumer Packaged Goods Pharmaceutical Automotive Food & Beverage Retail Fortune 500
What We Do

Where we help most

Four practice areas. One team. Always senior-level delivery.

Supply Chain Consulting

From network design to operational excellence—our practitioners partner with your team to deliver measurable results.

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Compass HealthChecks™

Structured evaluations across people, process, and technology to identify gaps and build improvement roadmaps.

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Hardware Solutions

Warehouse technology, fleet telematics, scanners, and IoT devices—sourced, configured, and supported.

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Installation Services

85+ installations and counting. Rapid deployment teams that get it right the first time.

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Why Compass

Why Compass works differently

We act in our clients’ best interest

Every recommendation starts with what’s right for you—not what’s easiest for us.

We stay agile

Plans change. We adapt quickly and keep moving forward without missing a step.

We deliver on promises

If we commit to it, we see it through. Accountability isn’t a buzzword for us.

We invest in relationships

We show up, check in, and stay involved—because that’s how trust is built.

We collaborate and celebrate

Great work happens together. We share wins and recognize effort at every level.

The Difference

Compass vs Traditional Consulting

A different model. Better outcomes.

Traditional Consulting
✗ Junior resources after the sale
✗ Weeks of onboarding before value
✗ Rigid playbooks and templates
✗ Change orders and scope creep
✗ Reports and recommendations
✗ Knowledge walks out the door
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The Compass Way
✓ Senior practitioners from day one
✓ Hit the ground running
✓ Flexible, adapts to your reality
✓ Transparent and accountable
✓ Working solutions, not slide decks
✓ Knowledge transfer built in
Our Approach

How Compass partners with clients

1

Listen first

We start by understanding how your operation really works—what’s helping and what’s getting in the way.

2

Work side by side

We collaborate closely with your team to design and implement solutions together.

3

Make it stick

We transfer knowledge and step back once your team is confident and capable.

Who You’ll Work With

No handoffs. No junior substitutions.
The team you meet is the team that delivers.

Every Compass engagement is led by practitioners who’ve held the roles themselves—people who understand the pressure, complexity, and pace of supply chain operations.

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Case Studies

Insights from the front line

Real examples of how Compass practitioners have delivered measurable results for clients across industries.

Case Study

3PL Operations Stabilization

Compass deployed a team to a leading North American 3PL to drive improvements in dock scheduling, inventory accuracy, and workforce alignment. The engagement completed 120+ workshop actions, migrated 1,500 product locations, and improved cycle count accuracy from 91% to over 98.6% while increasing daily locations counted by 5x.

Case Study

Warehouse Operational Excellence

A global manufacturer engaged Compass to pilot scalable best practices across training, KPI tracking, inventory controls, and labor planning. The initiative generated over $1M in savings at one location, strengthened safety culture, and established the site as a model for network-wide deployment.

Case Study

Post-Divestiture Network Design

After separating from its parent company, a PE-backed U.S. beverage company engaged Compass to design an independent distribution network. Using digital twin modeling, Compass evaluated 50+ scenarios and recommended a cost-effective mix of brownfield and greenfield sites that maintained logistics costs while improving customer lead times by 15%, positioning the client for scalable growth.

What Clients Say

Don’t take our word for it

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We now bring Compass to the table during any system blueprinting session. It is much better to have them at the table from day one to ensure our business requirements are captured correctly and our projects stay on track, on time, and on budget.

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COO — Leading CPG Manufacturer
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Compass provided outstanding technical expertise for multiple WMS transitions. They bring experienced, knowledgeable resources that deliver. Their background in both systems and processes gives them agility to become quickly embedded in partnered execution.

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VP Operations — Fortune 500 Company
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We asked Compass to assist a leading global strategy consulting firm with our Control Tower project. This ability to work across companies, across 3PLs, across consulting firms is unique to Compass and why they are a ‘go to’ firm for our needs.

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SVP — Major Pharmaceutical Company
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Compass brings Operational Practitioners who have done the job themselves. During a critical phase of transformation, the Compass resources worked through holiday schedules allowing our employees to take much-needed time off with their families.

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COO — Major Tool & Automotive Manufacturer
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Compass leadership has a vision different from any other consultant I’ve worked with. They place the value of the relationship above all, maintaining the highest level of professionalism and integrity that many organizations can only hope to achieve.

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Sr. Director, Supply Chain — Major CPG Brand

Ready to find a better way?

If you’re looking for a partner who listens, adapts, and delivers—let’s start a conversation.

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Supply Chain Consulting

Strategic guidance through hands-on execution

From network design to operational excellence—our practitioners partner with your team to deliver measurable results, not just recommendations.

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Core Competencies

Deep expertise across the supply chain

Our team brings functional expertise across planning, logistics, and operations domains.

Warehousing

Layout, labor management, and process optimization

Transportation

Network design, carrier management, TMS

Supply Planning

MRP, capacity planning, supplier collaboration

Demand Planning

Forecasting, analytics, demand sensing

Inventory Management

Safety stock, segmentation, optimization

Deployment

DRP, allocation strategies, network balancing

S&OP / IBP

Process design, executive alignment, governance

Customer Service

Order management, fulfillment, experience

Staff Augmentation

Experienced resources to quickly step in and support

Materials Management

Procurement, vendor management, sourcing

Project Management

Complex initiatives, cross-functional leadership

Change Management

Adoption, training, organizational readiness

Our Approach

How we deliver results

1

Assess

Understand current state, identify gaps, and establish a clear baseline

2

Mobilize

Align stakeholders, build the team, and plan the approach

3

Execute

Work side by side with your team to implement solutions

4

Sustain

Transfer knowledge, standardize processes, ensure improvements stick

Strategy that translates to action

We don't just deliver PowerPoints. Our practitioners work embedded with your team to turn strategy into operational reality—staying until outcomes are achieved and sustainable.

Deep systems expertise

From SAP to Manhattan to Blue Yonder—we bring practical experience with the systems that run your supply chain. We focus on making technology work for your operations, not the other way around.

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Compass HealthChecks™

Clear-eyed evaluations with actionable roadmaps

Our Compass HealthChecks™ methodology examines your people, processes, and technology to identify gaps and prioritize improvements that drive real business value.

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Our Framework

People, Process, Technology

A holistic approach to understanding your supply chain maturity and opportunities.

People

Organization structure, skills, capabilities, roles and responsibilities, change readiness

Process

Workflows, governance, metrics, standard work, continuous improvement maturity

Technology

Systems landscape, integration, data quality, automation opportunities, roadmap alignment

Assessment Areas

What we evaluate

Organization & Talent

Structure, skills gaps, succession planning, and change management readiness

Planning & Procurement

Demand planning, supply planning, S&OP, and sourcing effectiveness

Warehousing & Yards

Layout efficiency, labor productivity, inventory accuracy, and safety

Transportation & Logistics

Network design, carrier management, cost optimization, and service levels

Systems & Data

Technology landscape, integration points, data quality, and analytics maturity

Actionable Roadmap

Prioritized initiatives with clear business cases and implementation timelines

Our Process

How we conduct assessments

1

Discovery

Understand your business context, goals, and initial pain points

2

Deep Dive

On-site observations, stakeholder interviews, and data analysis

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Analysis

Benchmark findings, identify gaps, and quantify improvement opportunities

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Roadmap

Deliver prioritized recommendations with clear business cases

Practical insights, not just observations

Our assessments go beyond identifying problems. We deliver actionable recommendations with clear business cases, implementation timelines, and the practical expertise to help you execute on the roadmap.

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TechOps Hardware Solutions

Customized technology procurement with 24/7 support

From tablets to RFID tags to fleet telematics and cameras—we source, configure, kit, ship and support the hardware that powers your supply chain operations.

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What We Provide

Resale, distribution, and full lifecycle support

Flexible programs and ongoing support to keep your operations moving.

Hardware Sales & Distribution

End-to-end sourcing and distribution of tablets, RFID and connectivity equipment, cameras, kiosks, and accessories—delivered to meet your operational demands.

Flexible Deployment Models

From Hardware-as-a-Service to leasing and direct purchase, Compass offers flexible programs that fit your project and budget requirements.

Maintenance & Support

Comprehensive warranty, firmware, and help desk support to keep your systems performing at their best.

Our Partners

Hardware ecosystems we support

We source and support hardware across leading manufacturers and platforms—so you can standardize deployments, streamline procurement, and simplify support.

Hardware partner logos including Cradlepoint, Zebra, Samsung, Impinj, RAM Mounts, HID, Avigilon, Axis Communications

Hardware sales & distribution

We manage sourcing through delivery for the equipment that runs modern operations—tablets, RFID, connectivity, cameras, kiosks, and accessories—so you can focus on running your supply chain.

  • Standardized kitting, labeling, and asset tracking
  • Pre-shipment QA, configuration, and documentation
  • Direct-to-site shipping with clear packing standards
  • Spare pools, replacements, and lifecycle refresh planning

Flexible deployment models

Choose the right commercial model for the program—Hardware-as-a-Service, leasing, or direct purchase—then scale up or down as demand changes.

  • Program-based pricing that aligns to rollouts
  • Simple onboarding for new sites and expansions
  • Centralized inventory visibility and reorder paths
  • Clear options for end-of-life and refresh cycles

Maintenance, support, and installation coordination

Keep equipment running with warranty management, firmware support, and responsive help desk triage—plus coordinated installation support when projects demand it.

  • 24/7 help desk support and rapid ticket intake
  • RMA handling, swap programs, and spares management
  • Firmware and configuration standards across fleets
  • Install coordination, documentation, and go-live support

Hardware Support Center

Need help with an issue, replacement, or rollout question? Our team supports hardware programs end-to-end—24/7.

Phone Support
1-888-330-3972

Need equipment, spares, or ongoing support?

Browse the webstore or reach out and we’ll help you standardize, deploy, and support your hardware program.

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TechOps Installation Services

Infrastructure deployment at any scale

Our TechOps team delivers large-scale hardware installations for fleet telematics, yard management systems (YMS), automated gates and kiosks, warehouse technology, and end-to-end automation systems across North America.

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5,000+ installations completed across North America
What We Do

Full-Service Equipment Deployment

From planning through go-live, our field teams handle every aspect of hardware deployment.

Fleet Installations

ELDs, tablets, cameras, and telematics devices across truck fleets

Cross-Trained Talent

Technicians skilled across multiple hardware platforms and systems

Nationwide Coverage

Deployment capability across the United States, Canada, and Mexico

Ongoing Support

Post-installation support and maintenance programs

Yard & Gate Infrastructure

Reliable Equipment for the Modern Yard

We deploy the complete hardware stack required to operate modern yards, including RFID readers and antennas, rugged tablets, cellular routers, kiosks, camera systems, and supporting infrastructure, all installed and validated on-site.

Go-Live & Implementation Support

Structured Deployment & Execution

We provide project management and structured go-live support for software partners and enterprise clients, overseeing site readiness, coordinating hardware to platform integration, managing commissioning, and ensuring clean handoffs to operations.

Our installers are cross-trained on system workflows and end-user enablement, reducing the need for separate training teams and lowering overall deployment costs while maintaining clear accountability at every stage.

Fleet Technology Deployment

In-Cab Hardware Integration

We install and commission fleet technology systems including rugged tablets and docking stations, AI dash cameras, and satellite and cellular connectivity.

Mounting, protected cable routing, power integration, configuration, and validation are managed end-to-end, delivering vehicles fully equipped and service-ready.

Cameras & Vision Systems

Fixed Vision Infrastructure

We deploy OCR systems and fixed yard cameras across gates, yards, and fleet environments.

Each system is mounted, aligned, configured, and verified to ensure reliable image capture and data transmission.

Forklift & Warehouse Technology

Material Handling Hardware Deployment

We install forklift-mounted tablets and docking systems, cameras, and integrate vehicle power safely within warehouse environments.

All equipment is installed, tested, and validated before operational use.

Research, Development & Technical Guidance

Field-Proven Execution

We provide practical technical advisory, from hardware selection and pilot execution to infrastructure validation and live-environment testing.

We help partners translate platform requirements into scalable, deployment-ready standards.

Industries

Serving technology providers across logistics

Fleet Telematics

Yard Management

Warehouse Technology

Transportation Systems

Our Reach

Installation Footprint

Active deployment locations across the United States, Canada, and Mexico

Compass installation locations across North America

Need deployment support?

Let’s discuss how our TechOps team can support your hardware rollout.

Our Team

Leadership

Supply chain practitioners with 90+ combined years of Fortune 500 experience.

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Keith Archer

CEO

Keith has 35+ years of experience leading Supply Chain initiatives with a focus on Business Architecture that finds and develops system solutions to meet business needs. He has led logistics execution initiatives for major M&A activities, managing teams to deploy significant process improvement and cost savings. His experience spans Logistics, DSD Sales, Manufacturing, Systems Implementation, Best Practice Management, Working Capital, and Business Development.

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Josh Mehl

CIO

Josh is a proven supply chain leader with 25+ years of experience in distribution, warehousing, transportation, network design, logistics procurement and customer service. He is a dynamic leader with the ability to drive results and achieve objectives with an eye toward bottom line results and service level improvement. His focus areas include Warehousing, Transportation, Network Design, Logistics Procurement, Business Development, and Project Management.

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Tom Bogan

COO

Tom is a senior supply chain executive with 30+ years of leadership across consumer products, food manufacturing, and military operations. A former SVP of Supply Chain, he led strategy and execution for multi-billion-dollar enterprises, overseeing S&OP, logistics, customer service, technology, and global planning. He built supply chain organizations, integrated acquisitions, optimized networks, and delivered lasting gains in service, cash flow, safety, and efficiency.

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Laura Feldner

VP Operations

Laura leads operational execution at Compass, overseeing day-to-day business operations, client coordination, and process management to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery across all engagements.

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James Telson

VP TechOps

James leads the TechOps division at Compass, managing field installation teams and hardware deployment operations across North America for fleet, yard, and warehouse technology programs.

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Ready to work with experienced practitioners?

Let’s discuss how Compass can support your supply chain initiatives.