Company Foundation

Barry Darroch has worked as a specialist consultant in Australasia since 1977.  His company has developed through many phases during that time and currently operates out of premises in Takapuna, Auckland covering projects throughout New Zealand, Australia and Asia. 

Wide Range of Industries

Darroch's has completed a considerable range of projects in a wide range of industries including, dry groceries, FMCG, general merchandise, chilled and frozen goods, duty free, healthcare and pharmaceutical, chemical, textiles, apparel, shoes, browngoods, steel, electronics, office products, books, toys, primary produce, large and small retail, petware, Defence, dairy products, packed lubricants, industrial products, confectionery, garden products, hardware, third party contracting.

Services

Darroch’s provides a specialist consulting service concerned with the distribution of products through the entire supply chain, from suppliers through the distribution centre to the end customer. Their primary aim is to provide innovative, cost effective solutions that will not only reduce operating costs, but also improve customer service standards.

Understanding Clients Business

Initially it is essential to understand their clients supply chain management and logistics strategies as these affect distribution.  This ensures that the strategies and management practices are appropriate for today and the future.  They do not hesitate to challenge any factors that may be detrimental to the company’s future operations. 

Current and Future Facilities

Most projects commence with an evaluation of current operations and future needs.  Clients may be contemplating a new Greenfield site or a modification to existing facilities.  Then from initial concepts, all of the practical options are evaluated until the agreed option undergoes detailed design and cost evaluations.

Wide Range of Projects

Projects can be large, small, simple or very complex, depending on the needs.  They are increasingly involved with high levels of technology and automated systems.  Therefore, they are frequently involved with fully integrated systems where material handling equipment and appropriate information technology systems, including warehouse management software, barcode tracking and paperless systems become fully integrated into a cost effective operation.

Innovative Concepts

Darroch's advocates designing from the inside out and then to match the operational contents of a distribution centre to a commercially viable building.  Integrating the operational design requirements with the total building and site concepts is also important.

Our Network

Their extensive network and relationship with suppliers and other associated professionals are available to their clients and frequently provide considerable added value.