News: Speedy France takes control over inventory with Barloworld Supply Chain Software
Barloworld Supply Chain Software, part of Barloworld Logistics,
has signed a deal with Speedy France to provide inventory
management and demand planning software. The agreement will cover
product lines with a value in excess of €15m.
Speedy France had previously delegated responsibility for
ordering inventory to individual branch managers at 335 company
owned branches, and an additional 130 franchises. Following a
review of procedure, the company took the decision to centralise
the management and planning of inventory in order to exploit
economies of scale and reduce inefficiencies.
The key objectives at Speedy France were to improve demand
planning, identify stock profiles in each centre and have the
ability to replenish stock automatically. Achieving this will
support the growth of sales and improve profitability.
Timothy Manuel, Trade Director at Speedy France explains, "We
are focused on providing the best possible levels of service to our
customers; making sure we have the right product at the right time
to meet their needs. To achieve this, we need central control over
our inventory - the ability to plan for and react to changing
demands. Working with Barloworld Supply Chain Solutions will help
us achieve this."
"Using Optimiza to manage inventory from a central point means
that we can work more efficiently, improving the processes for
ordering and replenishing stock. As a business this will help us to
identify cost savings, improve shelf availability and reduce stock
obsolescence. Overall, it will help us to become a more profitable
business."
Roger Koch, Manager of Professional Services at Barloworld
Supply Chain Software adds,
"We are working with Speedy France to put inventory optimisation
decisions back in the hands of the senior management."
"Our experience with Kwik Fit in the UK means that we're in a
strong position to advise Speedy France on the specific challenges
that the company faces, and offer advice on how gaining better
control over their supply chain can yield positive results."