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Customer Success - Litehouse Foods

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Technology Category	Functional Applications - Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP) Functional Applications - Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
Applicable Industries	Food & Beverage
Applicable Functions	Discrete Manufacturing Procurement
Use Cases	Manufacturing System Automation Supply Chain Visibility
Services	System Integration
Challenge	Litehouse Foods, the second largest manufacturer of refrigerated salad dressings, marinades, and dips in North America, was facing a significant challenge. The company was experiencing growth but was struggling to accommodate this expansion without incurring the prohibitive costs of infrastructure investments. They needed a solution that would allow them to scale their operations efficiently and cost-effectively. Read More
About Customer	Litehouse Foods is a prominent producer of refrigerated produce dressings, founded in 1963. In 2006, the company was sold to its employees, marking a significant shift in its ownership structure. The company maintains manufacturing plants in Idaho, Michigan, and Utah, and is headquartered in Sandpoint, Idaho. With a workforce of 450 employees, Litehouse Foods has established itself as a major player in the food and beverage industry, particularly in the production of refrigerated salad dressings, marinades, and dips. The company is the second-largest manufacturer of these products in North America. Read More
Solution	To address their challenge, Litehouse Foods decided to invest in enterprise software designed specifically for process manufacturers. They chose the Ross Enterprise ERP solution and the Factory MES solution. These systems were designed to improve operational efficiency and accommodate the company's growth. The Ross Enterprise ERP solution provided a comprehensive suite of applications that helped manage key business operations, while the Factory MES solution offered real-time performance visibility to improve productivity and reduce costs. Read More Log in to view content
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Technology Category

Functional Applications - Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP)

Functional Applications - Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

Applicable Industries

Food & Beverage

Applicable Functions

Discrete Manufacturing

Procurement

Use Cases

Manufacturing System Automation

Supply Chain Visibility

Services

System Integration

Challenge

Litehouse Foods, the second largest manufacturer of refrigerated salad dressings, marinades, and dips in North America, was facing a significant challenge. The company was experiencing growth but was struggling to accommodate this expansion without incurring the prohibitive costs of infrastructure investments. They needed a solution that would allow them to scale their operations efficiently and cost-effectively.

About Customer

Litehouse Foods is a prominent producer of refrigerated produce dressings, founded in 1963. In 2006, the company was sold to its employees, marking a significant shift in its ownership structure. The company maintains manufacturing plants in Idaho, Michigan, and Utah, and is headquartered in Sandpoint, Idaho. With a workforce of 450 employees, Litehouse Foods has established itself as a major player in the food and beverage industry, particularly in the production of refrigerated salad dressings, marinades, and dips. The company is the second-largest manufacturer of these products in North America.

Solution

To address their challenge, Litehouse Foods decided to invest in enterprise software designed specifically for process manufacturers. They chose the Ross Enterprise ERP solution and the Factory MES solution. These systems were designed to improve operational efficiency and accommodate the company's growth. The Ross Enterprise ERP solution provided a comprehensive suite of applications that helped manage key business operations, while the Factory MES solution offered real-time performance visibility to improve productivity and reduce costs.

Impact #1	The implementation of the Ross Enterprise ERP and Factory MES solutions has significantly improved Litehouse Foods' operational efficiency.
Impact #2	The software has enabled the company to accommodate its growth without having to make substantial infrastructure investments.
Impact #3	The company has been able to grow sales without having to build a new warehouse or a new production facility.

Impact #1

The implementation of the Ross Enterprise ERP and Factory MES solutions has significantly improved Litehouse Foods' operational efficiency.

Impact #2

The software has enabled the company to accommodate its growth without having to make substantial infrastructure investments.

Impact #3

The company has been able to grow sales without having to build a new warehouse or a new production facility.

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Customer Success - Litehouse Foods

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