What Strategic Solutions does

Strategic Solutions Inc. (SSI) is a privately held, veteran-owned supply chain management services company headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, that has been operating since 1968. The company serves four primary verticals — consumer packaged goods manufacturers, federal government agencies (notably the Department of Defense), major retailers, mass merchandisers and grocery distributors, and healthcare/pharmaceutical companies — with a portfolio spanning data accuracy, supply chain data collection and root-cause analysis, reverse logistics, product imaging, government inventory accountability, and a web-based business intelligence platform.

The core technology asset is Strategic Link™, a web-based business intelligence software system built on IBM Cognos with data warehousing and OLAP capabilities. Strategic Link™ provides enterprise clients with 24/7 real-time access to invoice processing, damaged/unsaleables claims, supply chain audit data, ad hoc query, drill-down reporting, KPI scorecarding, and 2D/3D visualization. This software layer is paired with operational services including proprietary multi-case sampling methodology for weights & measures verification and on-the-ground reverse logistics operations executed across more than 720,000 sq. ft. of facilities licensed by the FDA, DEA, EPA, and USDA.

SSI monetizes through professional services engagements, managed reverse logistics services, and subscription/recurring access to the Strategic Link™ platform. Pricing is quote-based and customized per engagement, with multi-year enterprise contracts as the standard billing cadence. The company differentiates on regulatory credentials (GS1 Certified Solution Provider/Weights & Measures/Imaging, GSA Schedule participant, FDA/DEA/EPA/USDA licenses), on quality certification (the only third-party supply chain provider certified by ASQ), and on veteran-owned status recognized by the Department of Defense. Go-to-market is enterprise field sales targeting large CPG firms, government agencies, and major retailers/distributors, supported by industry association memberships (GMA, FMI, CSCMP, ASQ) and content/email marketing. No public pricing, no app distribution, and no external investor ownership are disclosed.

Name

Strategic Solutions

Legal name

Strategic Solutions Inc.

Website

https://ssiscs.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1968

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Strategic Solutions Inc. is a veteran-owned, privately held supply chain management services firm serving CPG manufacturers, federal government agencies, major retailers, and healthcare/pharmaceutical clients with data accuracy, reverse logistics, product imaging, and the Strategic Link™ BI platform.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Supply Chain Management Services

NAICS

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Other Management Consulting Services (541618)

SIC

Services-Management Consulting Services (8742), Services-Management Services (8741), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Services-Prepackaged Software (7372), Services-Mailing, Reproduction, Commercial Art & Photography (7330)

akta.pro primary industry

Supply Chain & Procurement Consulting (BPAHACAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Supply Chain Strategy & Network Design (BPAHAHAA), Procurement & Strategic Sourcing (BPAHAHAB)

Keywords

• Supply chain management
• Reverse logistics services
• Data accuracy services
• Product imaging
• Government inventory management

Headquarters

HQ city

Walnut Creek

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Supply Chain Data & Analysis Services: Professional services for supply chain data collection, analysis, and root cause identification to reduce costs and improve efficiency for CPG companies and retailers.
2. Reverse Logistics & Returns Management: Physical management of returns including redistribution, refurbishment, destruction, donation, and salvage sales. Services include processing hazardous materials and pharmaceutical returns.
3. Strategic Link™ Software Platform: Web-based business intelligence platform providing invoice processing, reporting, analysis, query, and visualization capabilities to enterprise clients.
4. Data Accuracy & GS1 Certification Services: GS1 certified solution provider offering weights and measures certification, multi-case sampling, and data synchronization services for product information management.
5. Government Inventory Services: Fixed equipment inventory services for government facilities including comprehensive data compilation, reconciliation, and project reporting.
6. Product Imaging Services: GS1 certified product imaging including retail images (front, back, top, bottom, sides), food service images, and image links for CPG manufacturers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Strategic Solutions Inc. provides supply chain management services to consumer packaged goods manufacturers, retailers, distributors, government agencies, and healthcare/pharmaceutical clients, delivered primarily through professional services and supported by its proprietary Strategic Link™ web-based business intelligence platform. Core capabilities include GS1-certified data accuracy and product imaging, supply chain data collection and root-cause analysis, reverse logistics (over 720,000 sq. ft. of facilities), and government inventory and equipment accountability services.

Product overview

Strategic Solutions offers a portfolio of supply chain management services primarily serving consumer packaged goods, government, healthcare, and retail industries. The core offering centers on Strategic Link™, a web-based business intelligence platform powered by IBM Cognos that provides database management, invoice processing, and advanced analytics capabilities. This platform is complemented by specialized services including GS1-certified data accuracy and product imaging, reverse logistics with over 720,000 sq. ft. of facilities, supply chain data collection and analysis, and government inventory accountability solutions. The services work together to provide end-to-end supply chain visibility and optimization for clients.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Strategic Link™ Web-based business intelligence software system providing database management, invoice processing and analysis, 24/7 client access, and advanced reporting, query, and visualization capabilities using IBM Cognos technology for enterprise supply chain clients.
• Data Accuracy Services GS1 Certified Solution Provider service guaranteeing that gathered data meets GS1 standards, including weights and measurement certification and Multi-Case Sampling to ensure validity of product data.
• Supply Chain Services Comprehensive supply chain management offering that includes unsaleables policy development, order fulfillment analysis, supply chain data collection and analysis, product recall services, invoice processing, and packaging analysis for CPG manufacturers, retailers, and distributors.
• Reverse Logistics End-to-end reverse logistics service including policy creation, implementation and maintenance, client implementation training and support, unsaleables policy management, physical management of returns, supply chain audits, hazardous materials handling, and pharmaceutical returns processing under FDA, DEA, EPA, and USDA licenses.
• Product Imaging GS1 certified product imaging service providing GTIN image naming, image links, food service images, and retail images (front, back, top, bottom, sides) for CPG manufacturers.
• Government Solutions Inventory and equipment accountability service for government facilities, including state-of-the-art equipment scanning, certified data collection teams, prior military staff with security clearances, and projects delivered on time and within budget under the U.S. GSA Schedule.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reimbursement/credit within seven days from receipt of invoice for customers
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• GS1coreTechnology or IntegrationGS1 Certified Solution Provider for data synchronization, product imaging, and weights & measures certification. SSI provides GS1 compliant services including data accuracy projects, GTIN image naming, and certified measurement verification.
• Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAssociate member of GMA, participating in industry standards development and policy guidelines including FMI/GMA Joint Industry Guidelines for unsaleables management.
• Food Marketing Institute (FMI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAssociate member of FMI, collaborating on industry guidelines and recommendations for supply chain management in the food retail sector.
• Council of Supply Chain Management ProfessionalscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember of CSCMP, supporting professional development and best practices in supply chain management.
• American Society of Quality (ASQ)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSustaining member and the only third-party supply chain service provider certified by ASQ for supply chain analysis and quality management.
• U.S. General Services Administration (GSA)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCertified Participant on GSA Schedule enabling direct procurement of SSI services by federal government agencies.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Project44: Supply chain visibility and connectivity platform serving shippers, carriers, and 3PLs with real-time data and API-based integrations. Comparable to the data accuracy and BI ambitions of SSI's Strategic Link™ offering, and a bellwether for tech-stack modernization pressure on SSI.
• Optoro: Tech-enabled returns and reverse logistics platform for retailers and brands, focusing on optimizing disposition of returned and excess inventory. Comparable to SSI's reverse logistics and unsaleables management business for retail/CPG clients, though more software-centric.
• FourKites: Cloud-native supply chain visibility platform providing real-time shipment tracking and predictive analytics for shippers and 3PLs. Adjacent competitor to SSI's Strategic Link™ BI platform, representing the modern cloud-native technology trajectory SSI may need to match.

Direct peers

• Bastian Solutions: Supply chain consulting and systems integrator specializing in distribution center design, material handling, and operational improvement for retailers and CPG companies. Directly comparable to SSI's supply chain analysis and consulting offerings for similar enterprise verticals.
• ReverseLogix: Software platform purpose-built for reverse logistics management, including returns processing, warranty claims, and unsaleables workflow. Direct peer to SSI's Reverse Logistics service line and Strategic Link™ returns/invoice processing capabilities.
• Tompkins International (now TOMPKINS ROBOTICS-adjacent): Supply chain strategy and execution consultancy serving retailers, wholesalers, and CPG manufacturers with network design, warehouse optimization, and supply chain analytics. Closely comparable to SSI in target market, service scope, and B2B enterprise delivery model.
• Crimson & Co (now part of ELEVATE): Supply chain consultancy advising CPG and retail clients on procurement, planning, and supply chain transformation. Comparable consulting-style offering to SSI with similar client profile and project-based delivery model.

Broad incumbents

• CH Robinson Worldwide: One of the largest third-party logistics providers in North America, offering managed supply chain services, freight brokerage, and supply chain consulting to CPG and retail clients. Comparable to SSI as a broad incumbent with overlapping supply chain services, though at much larger scale.
• Accenture (Supply Chain & Operations practice): Global management consulting and technology services giant with a dedicated supply chain and operations practice serving CPG, retail, and government clients. Represents the large incumbent alternative that competes with SSI on enterprise supply chain RFPs.
• Chainalytics (now E2open): Supply chain analytics and consulting firm serving CPG and retail with data-driven supply chain design and procurement optimization. Now part of E2open's broader supply chain platform; directly comparable in supply chain analytics and procurement services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks2 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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