Optimized, automated, and scalable distribution planning
Synchronize the flow of goods from production and suppliers to customers, ensuring on-time deliveries without holding excess inventory. RELEX distribution planning increases product availability and customer satisfaction while reducing inventory and transportation costs.
Simplify the complexities of distribution planning
RELEX distribution planning provides a centralized view of inventory and supply constraints across multiple locations enabling efficient coordination and streamlined planning for complex supply chains. Automate various tasks, such as delivery flow optimization, and constrained and time-phased replenishment. Reduce high safety stocks and associated costs by providing accurate forecasts and ensuring on-time, in-full deliveries.
Key Features
Synchronize, optimize, and automate your distribution network
Minimize inventory and transportation costs while enhancing customer satisfaction through accurate demand forecasting, optimized deliveries, and efficient load management.
Optimization calculates the precise quantities needed for each distribution link and product in every period, considering demand, network structure, capacities, sourcing rules, constraints, and demand/supply penalties.
Optimization defines the optimal route to serve each demand node based on defined parameters. Predefined to-from links can also be used if needed.
Users can run different what-if scenarios of demand (e.g. customer prioritization) and supply (e.g. inventory policies, available distribution lanes) and compare the resulting plan before selecting the best scenario to implement.
Automate identification of alerts based on distribution order proposals, and master data.
“The RELEX system gathers information quickly and at all desired levels, and we can also set up automated reporting to meet different needs.”
To become more efficient, the alcohol product manufacturer and distributor needed to integrate and unify its workflows and improve forecast accuracy across its global operations.
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“We needed an integrated planning solution capable of modelling and optimizing our entire supply chain. With so many nodes, constraints, and alternative supply routes, the only way to maximize profitability is by using true optimization technology. This is exactly what RELEX offers.”
Vita Coco achieves major cost savings and streamlines operations with RELEX.
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“The implementation of RELEX has been a game-changer for us at SBS. It’s not just about the technology; it’s about how it has transformed our approach to supply chain management. The ability to dynamically adjust our inventory and forecasting in real-time has set a new standard for operational excellence within our organization.”
Matt Larsson VP of Supply Chain Operations at SBS.
Specialty Bolt & Screw (SBS) faced challenges with excessive inventory and low forecast accuracy. The company’s leadership team recognized the need for an advanced supply chain planning solution that could streamline operations and enhance efficiency. After a thorough evaluation process, SBS selected RELEX in April 2022 to enhance their forecasting, distribution, production, and purchase planning systems.
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“Having the ability to see how changes to sales forecasting or manufacturing capacity availability impact potential service levels on a longer horizon has allowed us the ability to strategize in advance before the situation arises.”
Jonathan Wells Sr. Director of Demand Management at Blount Fine Foods
Blount leveraged RELEX’s advanced AI-driven planning tools to accurately forecast demand, plan their supply, and optimize their inventory and production accounting for their unique production environment complexities and constraints.
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“The ability to configure RELEX ourselves has been essential, enabling us to customize the system to our specific requirements without needing extensive coding knowledge.”
Following an internal evaluation process, Oda selected RELEX with the aim to streamline their processes implementing forecasting, replenishment, and promotions solutions.
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Benefits
Increase product availability, reduce inventory and transportation costs
Increase sales and customer satisfaction through increased product availability and on-time deliveries while reducing inventory and transportation costs.
Automate distribution flows for a central view of inventory and supply constraints
Minimize excess inventory and associated holding costs through accurate demand forecasting and optimized delivery planning, reducing carrying costs, spoilage, obsolescence, and transportation expenses. Ensure timely and accurate deliveries (OTIF) to meet customer expectations, minimizing order lead times, avoiding stockouts, and reducing backorders.
Integrate with existing systems to improve operational efficiency
Seamlessly integrate with existing systems and automate complex distribution tasks, reducing manual processes and improving overall efficiency. Adapt to changing operational needs and support businesses of all sizes, from single distribution centers to complex multi-warehouse networks. Use advanced analytics and reporting capabilities to enable data-driven decision-making and proactive responses to market dynamics.
Optimize inventory levels to minimize stockouts and backorders
Automate distribution planning tasks such as delivery flow optimization and time-phased replenishment, reducing manual workload and improving coordination across multiple locations. Create accurate demand fulfillment by optimizing inventory levels and ensuring timely, accurate deliveries by balancing demand and supply with a highly configurable optimization model, minimizing stockouts and backorders.
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