Silvergum FMCG — 3PL fulfilment, Truganina

Eroding

Commenced May 2026 · 5 years · from tender T-2026-009

Model margin
10.1%
Actual margin (LTM)
8.2%
Variance
−1.9 pts
Actuals coverage
3 mo

Margin vs model

Actual 8.2%Model 10.1%
May 26Jul 26

Assumption outcomes

AssumptionModelActualVerdict
Pallet pick rate
Steady-state rate assumed from go-live with no ramp allowance in the model.
42 cartons/hr33 cartons/hr (ramp)High
Warehouse labour ratio
1 : 1,150 cartons1 : 980 cartonsWatch
Order profile
Smaller orders mean more picks per carton than the model priced.
14.2 cartons / order12.8 cartons / orderWatch

Monthly actuals3 months

MonthRevenue $mModel %Actual %Δ pts
May 261.3110.18.6−1.5
Jun 261.3210.18.1−2.0
Jul 261.3210.18.2−1.9

Review note

Ramp postmortem: every erosion driver traces to steady-state assumptions applied from day one. Future fulfilment bids should price months 1–6 as a ramp with explicit relief or a stepped rate card.

Silvergum_Ramp_Postmortem.docx