- Successful implementation of ASNs for improved planning, accuracy and visibility of shipments
- Implementation of Web Forms service enabling electronic trading for 250+ non EDI vendors
Objective
To reduce shipping costs whilst maintaining timely delivery of goods to store, by implementing a cross-docking model at their distribution centre.
Steps to Success
- Company board-level supply chain optimisation mandate focused on improving inventory metrics and eliminating distribution inefficiencies
- Replaced direct-to-store shipments with a cross-docking model at their distribution centre
- On-boarded more than 250 of its non-EDI vendors using a web based solution, to receive retailer’s orders electronically
- Implementation of Advanced Shipment Notices (ASN), enabling the organisation to plan for goods receipt, and improving accuracy of shipments
Results
Significant cost savings and improved shipment speed
- Using cross-docking to consolidate shipments has resulted in faster shipment times, reduced transportation costs and better supply chain visibility
- Fast and easy implementation of new vendors
- Single process for invoicing and shipping