x|vise and Jungheinrich develop a forward-thinking convenience concept for the building materials wholesaler Sochor.
At Vienna’s reputed building materials wholesaler, Sochor, logistics activities have recently been running a little differently. A completely new distribution centre with a logistics concept, which is designed to specifically meet customers’ needs, ensures a comprehensive service for building companies and contractors. And x|vise played a pivotal role in its realisation.
The consulting firm created the framework for the workflow at Sochor and in this regard was responsible not only for the IT background, but also worked with Jungheinrich Austria on the technical requirements for the project and took part in every implementation stage from beginning to end.
The goods-to-customer system
The aim of Sochor’s major order was to significantly improve service quality and increase efficiency with regard to warehouse logistics. This was mainly achieved through the introduction of a goods-to-customer system. Customers no longer have to serve themselves in the warehouse, instead commissioning starts the moment that the order is placed.
Electronic processing means that the system allocates the customer with a loading point, which is situated at the end of a distance-optimised commissioning sequence. A sophisticated control and transportation system guides the customer and his vehicle through the logistics centre and releases him at the end with his ordered goods on the lorry. The reorganisation of the logistics processes means that on the one hand the customer is served faster and on the other hand stock turnover at Sochor is significantly accelerated.
Instrumental in the implementation of the exemplary logistics concept
„The logistics solution at Sochor is unique in the construction materials industry. This groundbreaking concept was the first of its kind encompassing service aspects, processes and following all the way through to the storage and conveying technology. We are proud that we played a deciding role in the successful implementation of the processes and created a significant competitive advantage for the Sochor Group in the construction materials industry ” explains Gregor Gluttig, Head of Region East at x|vise.
Press article Business + Logistics 10/2011 (german)
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