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	JTAPE Unlocks the Power of Accurate Inventory

JTAPE Unlocks the Power of Accurate Inventory

Technology Category	Functional Applications - Inventory Management Systems Functional Applications - Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
Applicable Industries	Aerospace Automotive Marine & Shipping
Applicable Functions	Business Operation Warehouse & Inventory Management
Use Cases	Inventory Management Predictive Replenishment Warehouse Automation
Services	System Integration Training
Challenge	JTAPE, a manufacturer of specialist masking and detailing tape products, faced challenges in managing their inventory effectively. The company needed a structured system to keep their inventory stock accurate and operations efficient. Manual cycle counts and incorrect inventory management were leading to inefficiencies and potential stockouts, which could disrupt their production process. Read More
About Customer	Established in 2003, JTAPE manufactures specialist masking and detailing tape products for the automotive aftermarket. The company ships globally to manufacturers, body shops, and distributors, with their products being used by automobile repair companies, aerospace, and marine industries. As a long-time NetSuite customer, JTAPE recognized the need for better inventory control to support their growing operations. With leadership fully backing technology investments, JTAPE sought to implement a solution that would streamline their inventory management and improve overall efficiency. Read More
Solution	JTAPE implemented RF-SMART, a solution with native integration to NetSuite, to gain better control over their inventory. The implementation was quick and seamless, allowing the team to start using the system immediately. JTAPE focused on their assembly build process, implementing label printing as part of their receipt process to ensure all stock was labeled right away. This provided control from the beginning and allowed for real-time inventory management. RF-SMART enabled JTAPE to complete purchase order receiving, assembly picks and builds, and regular cycle counts, replacing the need for annual counts. The system also provided greater visibility into inventory, reducing the need to manage for worst-case scenarios and ensuring timely replenishment and reduced wastage. Read More Log in to view content
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Technology Category

Functional Applications - Inventory Management Systems

Functional Applications - Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Applicable Industries

Aerospace

Automotive

Marine & Shipping

Applicable Functions

Business Operation

Warehouse & Inventory Management

Use Cases

Inventory Management

Predictive Replenishment

Warehouse Automation

Services

System Integration

Training

Challenge

JTAPE, a manufacturer of specialist masking and detailing tape products, faced challenges in managing their inventory effectively. The company needed a structured system to keep their inventory stock accurate and operations efficient. Manual cycle counts and incorrect inventory management were leading to inefficiencies and potential stockouts, which could disrupt their production process.

About Customer

Established in 2003, JTAPE manufactures specialist masking and detailing tape products for the automotive aftermarket. The company ships globally to manufacturers, body shops, and distributors, with their products being used by automobile repair companies, aerospace, and marine industries. As a long-time NetSuite customer, JTAPE recognized the need for better inventory control to support their growing operations. With leadership fully backing technology investments, JTAPE sought to implement a solution that would streamline their inventory management and improve overall efficiency.

Solution

JTAPE implemented RF-SMART, a solution with native integration to NetSuite, to gain better control over their inventory. The implementation was quick and seamless, allowing the team to start using the system immediately. JTAPE focused on their assembly build process, implementing label printing as part of their receipt process to ensure all stock was labeled right away. This provided control from the beginning and allowed for real-time inventory management. RF-SMART enabled JTAPE to complete purchase order receiving, assembly picks and builds, and regular cycle counts, replacing the need for annual counts. The system also provided greater visibility into inventory, reducing the need to manage for worst-case scenarios and ensuring timely replenishment and reduced wastage.

Impact #1	RF-SMART provided a structured system for JTAPE's shop floor, directing employee movements and ensuring the correct materials were used. This improved inventory accuracy and efficiency.
Impact #2	The implementation of RF-SMART made stock counts ten times easier, allowing employees to count in real-time and reducing the reliance on manual cycle counts.
Impact #3	JTAPE experienced greater visibility into their inventory, which eliminated the need to manage for worst-case scenarios and ensured timely replenishment and reduced wastage.

Impact #1

RF-SMART provided a structured system for JTAPE's shop floor, directing employee movements and ensuring the correct materials were used. This improved inventory accuracy and efficiency.

Impact #2

The implementation of RF-SMART made stock counts ten times easier, allowing employees to count in real-time and reducing the reliance on manual cycle counts.

Impact #3

JTAPE experienced greater visibility into their inventory, which eliminated the need to manage for worst-case scenarios and ensured timely replenishment and reduced wastage.

Benefit #1	Assembly build time decreased by 75%.
Benefit #2	Staff productivity increased by 20-30%.

Benefit #1

Assembly build time decreased by 75%.

Benefit #2

Staff productivity increased by 20-30%.

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JTAPE Unlocks the Power of Accurate Inventory

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