Better logistics solutions for better decisions
Custom solutions to fit specific needs
Crucial operational decisions require refined insights based on sound mathematical models using optimization and simulation techniques. ADecTec has provided these sophisticated insights in key enterprise operations.
Clients typically engage ADecTec when they find their commercial “off–the-shelf” planning systems are not able to provide solutions to their problems. Engagements have ranged from complete logistics process design to focused solutions such as a warehouse stocking policy. Our recent logistics engagements have lasted from 12 weeks to 6 months, with ADecTec’s experts remaining until the customer is completely satisfied.
Service levels
We helped a leading consumer product manufacturer evaluate a significant capital investment in additional warehouse space. The client’s top concern was the impact that the new product sourcing network would have on both service levels and costs. We created a model that optimized the new product sourcing configuration, inventory structure and operating costs to assist in the decision-making process.
Store replenishments
A retailer with an extremely large SKU portfolio approached us with a list of concerns regarding store replenishment processes. ADecTec worked with the retailer to develop an optimization model that addressed the issue. The model also enabled the retailer to tailor deliveries to different regions, minimize store inventories, and maintain desired levels of product availability at the store level. In the first test region (southeast) the new model saved the retailer $2 million in working capital.
Inventory and stocking policies
A manufacturer operating multiple warehouses wanted a better way to determine where and how to stock SKUs. Using customer order data, ADecTec combined optimization and simulation techniques to model inventories and stocking policies. The client increased warehouse throughput and was able to shut down one warehouse without compromising service levels. Material transfer savings alone totaled over $1.5 million.