Supply chain audit — SA7

Australtrade's SA7 audit delivers a practical, Australia-focused review of your freight, warehousing, customs and distribution flows. We identify cost leakage, compliance risks and lead-time opportunities across domestic and international legs.

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What we audit

Core scope

Freight cost & carrier performance (air, sea, road)
Warehouse layout, storage utilisation & picking flows
Customs clearance processes and documentation
Inventory accuracy, safety stock, and replenishment
Inbound/outbound scheduling and carrier mix

Avg saving

8–15%

operational & transport

Lead time

-20%

typical reduction

Methodology — 5 stages

Our audit follows a focused, evidence-led approach tailored for Australian trade lanes and compliance.

We gather shipping invoices, warehouse KPIs, customs declarations and EDI logs to map flows and costs.

We check customs HS classifications, tariff treatments, bonded processes and record-keeping against Australian Border Force requirements.

Rate benchmarking, consolidation opportunities and modal shifts (air/sea/road) to lower landed cost and improve reliability.

Slotting, pick-path redesign, and stock policies to reduce handling time and shrinkage.

Prioritised quick wins and a 90-day pilot plan with measurable KPIs and ownership.

Tools & deliverables

Cost models and landed-cost calculator
Compliance checklist mapped to ABF and Australian customs rules
Warehouse layout sketch and pick-path simulation
Prioritised action roadmap with ROI estimates

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Case: FMCG distributor (Melbourne)

After a SA7 audit we implemented consolidation lanes, renegotiated carrier contracts and reworked warehouse slotting. Results within 4 months:

Transport cost reduction: 12%
On-time delivery improvement: +9 percentage points
Inventory holding days reduced by 18%

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Quick metrics

12%

Avg transport savings

Team & credentials

Lead auditor: Senior logistics consultant with 15+ years in APAC freight and customs. We combine commercial, operational and compliance expertise to deliver implementable change.

We are familiar with Australian Border Force processes, GST on imports, and bonded/duty arrangements for domestic distribution.

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Alex Morgan — Lead Auditor

Frequently asked

How long does an audit take?

Typical engagement: 4–6 weeks for a medium-sized operation, includes on-site observation and data analysis.

Do you handle customs remediation?

Yes — we prepare remediation plans and liaise with brokers and ABF where required.

Will recommendations disrupt operations?

We prioritise low-disruption quick wins and phase larger changes to avoid service impact.

What are next steps?

Contact us for a scoping call and sample data checklist to start the SA7 audit.