o9 Solutions, Inc.
Case Studies
Digital Transformation in Publishing: Streamlining S&OP Process with IoT
Overview
Digital Transformation in Publishing: Streamlining S&OP Process with IoTo9 Solutions, Inc. |
Application Infrastructure & Middleware - Data Visualization Platform as a Service (PaaS) - Application Development Platforms | |
Education Equipment & Machinery | |
Logistics & Transportation Procurement | |
Demand Planning & Forecasting Track & Trace of Assets | |
System Integration | |
Operational Impact
The implementation of the o9 platform brought about significant operational improvements for the company. It became the primary engagement system for all supply chain-related data, replacing the source systems, and shifting away from creating manual reports to analyzing exceptions like supply-demand mismatch and supply projections. The platform increased effectiveness and efficiency, conveying analytical information in the S&OP process without significant manual effort. The views set up on the o9 platform helped the planners and management make informed decisions on forecast enrichment, measure and track KPIs, procurement, kitting and dekitting, destroy actions, and track (and avoid) obsolescence and deterioration. | |
Quantitative Benefit
Reduction in obsolescence due to increased visibility, better forecasting, and tighter supply planning decisions. | |
A reduction in Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) from repurposing IRCS, re-stickering between loose-leaf and print offer, and effective use of print gang-runs. | |
Efficiency gains from using the o9 tool allowed for savings to be made in Full-Time Equivalent (FTE). | |