Challenge

Reitan Distribution’s main objectives of acquiring a new transport planning system were to provide better service for both warehouses and stores and to become able to control and monitor execution, thereby also obtaining traceability and proof of delivery. In addition, the system should contribute to reaching the overall target of reducing distribution costs by 20-25 %.

Solution

In order to achieve these goals, a thorough research and selection process was initiated, resulting in the choice of AMCS’ solution. “The main reasons why AMCS’ system was chosen were its flexibility as regards dynamic planning and the fact that it is very user-friendly”, explains Preben Lyng Nielsen. “Besides, the system links well with the financial side of the business. With the system’s dynamic planning facilities, we can now see right away how much we will gain from making plan adjustments. It also enables us to control the level of resource utilisation and the invoicing of hauliers.”

Results

AMCS’ system has enabled us to even out the workload throughout the week and to gather orders in the same districts on the same routes. This is absolutely crucial.

• A minimum reduction of 10 % in distribution costs
• Time spent from order deadline to actual delivery reduced by 50%
• Significantly improved overview and much more flexible execution
• Increased control of the process as well as the invoicing and utilisation of resources
• Better service for stores and smoother warehouse workflow