1. Professional Logistics Group
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2. Introduction
» About Professional Logistics Group
» Contents
I. Defining the supply chain
II. Optimizing the wind farm supply chain
III. Hypothetical illustration
IV. Conclusions
» This presentation will be available at:
 www.prologisticsgroup.com
 www.awea.org
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3. Defining the Wind Farm Supply Chain
Manufacturing
Finished Product Supply Chain/Wind Farm Supply Chain
Supply Chain 3

4. Characteristics and Challenges
Wind Farm Supply Chain
» Oversized and overweight
» Unique material handling challenges
» Dynamic global sources
» Sequencing of components
» Multi-modal transport
» Specialized equipment and knowledge
» Transportation regulations
» Project specific issues:
 Cost overruns
 Schedule delays
 Demurrage
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6. Wind Farm Supply Chain – Tool Kit
MODE NODE CARRIER
Truck Ports Specific
Rail Transload Sites Service
Marine Laydown Areas Providers
Transportation procurement expertise
 Market knowledge
 Process and criteria
Load engineering &
material handling expertise
Modal depth
Project management expertise
Supply chain methodology
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7. Supply Chain Optimization Methodology
Project Parameters Project Resources Project Constraints
» Locations » Carrier Modes » Regulations
 Source – vendors or ports  Rail  Transportation
 Destination – wind farm  Truck  Labor/Safety
 Maritime
» Infrastructure
INPUTS
» Time  Barge
 Wind farm – deadline  Route
 Product lead-time  Wind Farm
» Space
 Port » Resources
» Product  DC  Availability
 Quantity  Wind Farm
 Dimensions » Environmental
» Equipment  Season - weather
» Budget  Market conditions
Supply Chain Optimization
MODELING
› Total cost to serve modeling – common UOM › Scenario sensitivity analysis - what are the trade offs?
› Limiting variability › Risk assessment – contingency planning
› Formal procurement process › Demand flow and management
OUTPUTS
Wind Farm Supply Chain Deliverables
Wind Farm Project …Budget …Schedule …Metrics …Contingencies
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8. Case Study - Towers
Inputs for Optimization Analysis
• Sourcing sites/options
• Port/terminal costs by mode
• Port/terminal infrastructure
• Linehaul transportation cost by mode
• Load factor/efficiency by mode
• Route clearances
• Transportation regulations
• Direct equipment costs
• Project deadlines
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9. Case Study - Nacelles
Inputs for Optimization
Analysis
• Sourcing sites/options
• Port/terminal costs by mode
• Port/terminal infrastructure
• Linehaul transportation cost
by mode
• Load factor/efficiency by
mode
• Route clearances
• Transportation regulations
• Direct equipment costs
• Project deadlines
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10. Case Study - Blades
Inputs for Optimization Analysis
• Sourcing sites/options
• Port/terminal costs by mode
• Port/terminal infrastructure
• Linehaul transportation cost by mode
• Load factor/efficiency by mode
• Route clearances
• Transportation regulations
• Direct equipment costs
• Project deadlines
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11. Optimized Solution
Key Objectives
• Lowest common UOM ($/WTG) within budget
• Effective project management & execution
• Contingencies in place
• On-site control & communication
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12. Conclusion
1. Wind farm logistics are uniquely challenged
2. Wind farm supply chain optimization requires
 Unbiased approach to modes, nodes, and carriers
 Depth of expertise in procurement and multiple modes
 Formal process & methodology
3. Optimization is a key to competitiveness for both OEMs
and developers
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13. Professional Logistics Group
Thank You!
For more information, please contact:
Graham Brisben, President
Professional Logistics Group, Inc.
+1-708-386-0700
gbrisben@prologisticsgroup.com
WWW.PROLOGISTICSGROUP.COM
Thanks to:
Amy Allen Mike Graska Tom Loftus
Melinda Brisben Adam Hartstein Jenny Costas McClain
Matt Crews Roberto Holz Anne Puhalovich
Olaf Ebert Dave Johnson Melba Rivas
Barton Erwin Kathy Langan 13