[Inventory Demand Forecasting Solution Case Study] Food Wholesaler KeHE

KEHE adopts a new method for inventory management.

■Introduced System Manhattan Active Inventory Demand Forecasting and Replenishment Solution ■Challenges The inventory management solution previously used by KeHE could not meet the increasing demands of customers. The food distribution company needed an advanced solution to better understand customer needs and provide improved service.

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It is a warehouse management system that uses advanced technology that does not require software updates after implementation without versioning.

"Manhattan Active Warehouse Management" is a SaaS-based warehouse management system that has significantly expanded its global adoption record. It has consistently received high ratings in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for an extended period. 【Features】 <Versionless> After implementation, the operation of customized areas is guaranteed, and the system is automatically upgraded, allowing users to always utilize the latest version. <Microservices Architecture> By combining multiple independent functions, business logic is constructed, enabling zero downtime system upgrades and flexible integration with external systems via APIs. This allows for the rapid introduction of new business models. <Auto-Scaling> The system is equipped with the capability to automatically scale out and in system resource capacity according to the fluctuating transaction data volume during peak and off-peak business periods. <SaaS-based Operational Management> Infrastructure and application operational management is entrusted to Manhattan, allowing users to concentrate their management resources on developing extensions that drive and transform their business.

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Supply chain technology that is scalable to match operational size and can be deployed in a short period of time.

Agile and highly adaptable warehouse management solutions that address the challenges of complex supply chain execution. Implementation locations are flexible, whether on-premises or in the cloud. You can access a refined set of tools and features at an affordable price, enabling you to achieve your goals. With quick deployment, user-friendly and proven solutions, you can enjoy an interface that is easy to use and supports touch operations. The environment is highly configurable, minimizing the effort required from internal IT resources and contributing to reduced TCO. Choose the best deployment option for your business. You can select from various deployment options, including public cloud, private cloud, managed/hosting services, or on-premises, tailored to your needs, performance, and budget. It is also possible to use the cloud environment hosted by Manhattan. With Manhattan Cloud, upgrades are performed annually, ensuring access to the latest features. The cloud upgrade service includes an option for automatic migration to the next version for your specific customizations.

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Providing a unified view that links customer, order, and inventory-related information.

By adopting a common integrated model within the company, customer, order, and inventory-related information is provided in a single view, allowing stores, customer service, and logistics centers to achieve business goals without the need to use individually independent and uncoordinated platforms or solutions. *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.*

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Centralized Management View of Corporate Inventory Strategy

Manhattan Active Inventory provides a centralized integrated view to examine a company's inventory strategy from all angles. From annual financial planning to daily replenishment orders and regular corporate planning adjustments, Manhattan Active Inventory offers the tools necessary to maximize value and profit from a company's inventory investment strategy, supporting the company's Push Possible. Towards the Era of Omnichannel Inventory Optimization Improving service levels to increase sales while controlling safety stock. This idea has been the foundation of inventory optimization for decades. However, in the era of digital commerce and omnichannel fulfillment, the concept of inventory optimization has fundamentally changed. Inventory is now used in new and different ways in real-time, and most of the inventory management methodologies that have been widely adopted until today have become outdated. In this new realm, old methods no longer apply. Manhattan Active Inventory provides new perspectives and innovations to address today's omnichannel inventory challenges.

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Always flexible, always up-to-date.

Seamless Interconnection for Comprehensive Optimization Manhattan Active Supply Chain enables the innovation and optimization of complex distribution and transportation operations by providing practical visibility across the entire network. Dedicated features are available for various industries, including food distribution and retail, life sciences, apparel and footwear, high-tech electronics, third-party logistics, and more. Manhattan's Active Supply Chain enhances productivity within warehouses, optimizes equipment utilization, and improves employee engagement. It also possesses the responsiveness to adapt to fluctuations in demand. With logistics center technology that offers ease of use and flexibility similar to a smartphone app, employee work speed increases, and management efficiency for managers and administrators improves. *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.*

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We aggregate all best practices for fulfillment and provide them through a cloud-native omnichannel platform.

We support companies in optimizing their extensive and complex operations, responding to changes in the market and demand, and innovating repeatedly, quickly, and as many times as needed. By using Manhattan's solutions, companies can always access the latest, seamlessly interconnected technologies. *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.*

• Integrated operation management

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