1. In the Warehouse: Case-Picking

2. Background Several Distribution Centers Many of the operators at these Distribution Centers only do Case-Picking Distribution Centers relied on Paper-Based System for Case-Picking Logistics of these centers was handled through a Warehouse Management System (WMS) Order picking times done by employees have an average rating of 20 mins

3. The Problem Paper-Based system problematic Case-Picking took too much time (20 min.) Case-Picking inaccuracies (5%) are above the normal amount of 2% Paper-based system is NOT: Efficient Environment Friendly Cost Effective Park City Distribution Center housed a legacy version of the WMS (version 7) DC relied on older technology Pending solutions to increase efficiency could not easily integrate with WMS v7 Upgrade considered for Park City, UT was slated to take 6 months.

4. The Solution Integrated Networked Electronic Solution (INES) Secure wireless network infrastructure Tablet & App

5. The Tablet Integrated Networked Electronic Solution (INES) Android application run on pocket sized tablets Archos 43 Android Tablet Large, high resolution screen 2 Megapixel HD camera High-strength Construction Lightweight Long Battery Life

6. The App Easy to use Error Prevention Barcode Scanner Inventory Tracking Developed Externally Seamless Integration with WMS

7. Costs and Benefits Total costs: $195,808.00 Equipment, personnel and training Annual savings: $375,536.50 Elimination of paper system Average picking time cut by 45% Decreased delivery time to clients

8. JBAMBA Consulting

9. Risk Mitigation Proper and effective training Minimizes possibility of downtime Open communication with stakeholders Keeps all stakeholders up-to-date Tablet SKU scanning functionality Reduces case picking inaccuracies Employee education campaign Preserves morale among employees

10. Moving Forward Implementation Maintenance in 2 yrs Paper System will be used as a back-up system Software Development of Android application Tablet PC use should be studied for possible advancements Application and integration with WMS should be documented for future WMS versions Successful Implementation means more opportunities Efficiency does not have to be isolated within a single DC JBAMBA Consulting can be used to implement and initiate "Branching" projects in other DCs to increase their case-picking efficiency

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