Case Studies
Multinational Retailer Transforms Procurement and Logistics Processes to Lower Costs and Improve Service
Overview
Functional Applications - Inventory Management Systems Functional Applications - Remote Monitoring & Control Systems Functional Applications - Transportation Management Systems (TMS) | |
Retail | |
Logistics & Transportation Procurement Warehouse & Inventory Management | |
Fleet Management Inventory Management Supply Chain Visibility Track & Trace of Assets | |
Software Design & Engineering Services System Integration | |
Operational Impact
The retailer now has better control and visibility into inbound inventory, capturing sales order data and providing logistics planners with options to optimize and consolidate shipments. | |
The solution maximizes container utilization and ensures access despite tight capacity, enabling internal teams to manage booking activities and make advanced reservations with contract carriers. | |
The retailer can compare actual freight costs to quoted rates, execute vendor bookings, and easily track inventory in transit, providing reliable, real-time status of goods on the move for all modes, regions, and legs of a shipment. | |
Quantitative Benefit
The retailer aims to achieve an estimated $15 million in savings over three years. | |
Cost savings are expected from improved visibility with reliable data, reducing manual work and time spent asking partners for updates. | |
Reduced time and resources spent managing operations and handling exceptions. | |