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IDII Software Newsletter June 2nd 2006 - Volume 7 Number 06 For PROFESSIONALS in Software for Warehousing, Logistics, and Supply Chain.  |
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Cadre Brings Salvation to LDS 3PL Customers LDS customers have needed a savior for years and Cadre Software saves the day by acquiring The LDS Corporation! LDS is one of the original three WMS providers for the 3PL industry and has a large 3PL customer install base. Over the last few years, the flagship product Accuplus has just aged and aged, while LDS tried to launch Verus, which would become the new flagship WMS product. The launch of the Verus WMS was delayed multiple times over multiple years. The first version of the Verus product was too simplistic in functionality. In the mean time - this “waiting” customer install base started looking for alternatives – including other WMS solutions. IDII has consulted with a number of these 3PL companies running Accuplus over the last ten years and have helped them locate a solid WMS with strong functionality. LDS customers still on the Accuplus WMS needed salvation – which has now happened by the acquisition from Cadre Technologies! Roger Rountree of Cadre and Phil Obal of IDII have discussed the acquisition. Here are some useful insights on what Cadre & LDS customers should expect…. 1. Accuplus customers will continue to be supported from the Kansas City office. The Accuplus WMS product will continue to be developed and supported by the current staff. 2. Accuplus customers may leverage their investment when they are ready to upgrade to the Cadence Suite (WMS, OMS, Billing). Roger Rountree indicates that there is no pressure or time table – just when the customer wants advanced functionality that Cadence has and is ready to make the move. 3. Painless data conversion. When the customer chooses to move to Cadence, the conversion should have minimal impact, as the data conversion routines are refined and proven. Customers will need training on Cadence – especially on new modules and advanced functionality. IDII sees Cadre’s acquisition of LDS as an extremely positive & strategic move for Cadre. First – Cadre gains a large install base that is extremely loyal. Second - Cadre’s background in wholesale distribution and entry into 3PL – is a good solid base to support a larger 3PL customer base. Lastly – Cadre is a conservative company that likes to please its customer base. Phil Obal, President of IDII For more details about Cadre - See http://www.cadretech.com |
EXCITING INNOVATIVE PRODUCTS
INNOVATIVE RESEARCH ON 3PL WMS SOFTWARE
IDII just released "Selecting 3PL Warehouse Management System Software" research report that compares 40 WMS solutions side by side, with detailed profiles. Previously called "Who's Who In 3PL WMS Software" - this report says days & weeks of research for those consultants, integrators, 3PLs, 4PLS, public, and contract warehouse operations in finding the right Warehouse Management System.
Invest in this research report and save considerable travel time & research time! Published May 2006 - 681 pages - Single copy $795 - Company wide licensing option $2995.
IDII News
Edition two of Who's Who In 3PL WMS Software is out! - New name of this research report is "Selecting 3PL Warehouse Management System Software" - 681 Pages. Company wide licensing $2995. Single copy $795 USD.3PL Profit & Loss Calculations - For an overview of this design document - see http://www.idii.com/products/3plProfitLoss.htm To purchase a copy of this design paper – See http://www.idii.com/orderdigital.htm
New White Papers - White Paper Index -Suggest A White Paper
Twenty Five Ways to Lower Inventory Costs - http://multichannelmerchant.com/opsandfulfillment/advisor/lower_inventory/Top Ten of 2005 - Directions Magazine - http://www.directionsmag.com/editorials.php?article_id=2056
Technology & Software Product News
Click Commerce, Inc. (Nasdaq: CKCM) has released MOVE version 8.1 of its warehouse management software. MOVE 8.1 enables companies to offer innovative value added services and provides support for radio frequency identification (RFID) and voice-enabled operations in the warehouse.MOVE 8.1's value added services provide companies a way to differentiate from their competitors by offering their customers unique capabilities. Some of these services include customer personalization, complex final assembly and light manufacturing operations, and support for reverse logistics requirements in the service supply chain.
This release also provides RFID capabilities integrated with basic warehouse operations such as receiving, putaway, picking and shipping, and is an upgrade to the Intelligent Supply Chain solution offered by Click Commerce. In partnership with Vue Technology, the Intelligent Supply Chain is a cost-effective, RFID-integrated solution that increases productivity and inventory accuracy in the warehouse. It also enables the ability to pull inventory through the supply chain network based on real-time demand demands to avoid stock-outs. The solution is designed to deliver increased customer service levels, and lower supply chain costs.
In addition, the release further enhances MOVE's voice functionality, which creates a dialogue between warehouse employees and MOVE. MOVE 8.1 utilizes a voice-directed interface that allows warehouse employees to speak vital warehouse information about inventory operations into a headset, rather than inputting the information into a cumbersome hand-held device. The solution, which includes technology from Vocollect, results in increased labor productivity, improved inventory accuracy, and better safety for the company's warehouse workers. Customers using the Click Commerce voice solution are experiencing productivity improvements within a short period of time.
Info acquires SSA Global. Under the terms of the agreement, Infor has agreed to pay $19.50 per share in cash to SSA Global's shareholders.
Navis releases SmartTurn(TM) WMS at DC Expo as the first true on demand WMS. Will this change the WMS software space? Small & remote warehouses can definitely use it. Available for a low monthly fee. Not for 3PL's as it does not have the 3PL billing/ownership/preferences.
Order Logistics, Inc. (OTC:ODLG) announced that the Company has executed a Letter of Intent to acquire eBridge Solutions, a supply-chain collaboration and management software solutions provider. eBridge’s solutions include global sourcing, vendor and supplier management, product quality assurance, secure network architecture and manufacturing scheduling providing real-time value and strong return on investment (ROI) results for its clients in the apparel, textile, manufacturing, utilities and professional services markets
RedPrairie Expands Labor Planning Horizon and Introduces the First Employee Report Card. Enhanced Capabilities are part of Major DLx® Labor 2006.1 Product Release.
The combined strategic and tactical labor demand planning capabilities in the 2006.1 release ensure workforce utilization is both demand-agile and optimized.”
The 2006.1 release has unique two-level demand planning functionality. A strategic planning tool enables long term resource planning based on historical patterns, seasonality and demand signals. It solves the challenge of establishing appropriate base staffing levels that are neither too high, causing increased non-productive time and poor utilization, or too low, which necessitates stop-gap measures such as overtime and temporary help.
The tactical planning and scheduling tool enables efficient resource deployment at the start of a day or shift and proactive redeployment during the working day as requirements change. This ensures the right number of workers with the right skills are available as order streams dictate to perform all tasks, including special packaging and value-added services.
Another unique feature of the demand planning functionality is an internal process dependency mapping capability which compensates for the fact enterprise demand planning and manufacturing systems only focus on product, not the impact on human resources in the distribution center. RedPrairie’s labor demand planning function uses a rules-based approach to translate demand signals and manufacturing schedules into specific workforce requirements.
Sage Software announced the launch of Sage Accpac WMS (Warehouse Management System) 5.0, a major new upgrade, with improved integration and administration, that will enable small and mid-sized warehouse operations to more effectively compete with their larger competitors by providing them with powerful, cost-effective distribution tools to more efficiently ‘pick, pack and ship.’ Integrated with the award-winning Sage Accpac ERP and Sage Pro ERP business management systems, Sage Accpac WMS 5.0 is a modular warehouse management solution for small and mid-sized businesses, offering them the freedom to choose optional components to add to each of three available editions, for a truly customized supply chain management solution.
Sage Accpac WMS 5.0–Available In Three Editions
Designed for low volume warehouses, features such as UPS Shipping, RF functionality, Web Dispatch, and Order Management are included in the standard 100 Edition bundle of Sage Accpac WMS 5.0. The 200 Edition, a larger bundle suitable for a medium-sized wholesaler with higher order volumes and a more complex warehouse layout, includes all modules in the 100 Edition, plus adds features such as EOL (end of line) & Shipping, Lots/Serials/Expiry, Kitting, and Multi Carrier Shipping, among others. The 500 Edition is a solution designed for customers handling large volumes, with multiple sites and/or complex warehouse setups that may need extensive customization capabilities. It includes all of the modules in the 100 and 200 Editions, plus features such as Return Materials Authorization (RMA), Packaging, and Multi Company.
Sterling Commerce to Acquire Nistevo. Sterling Commerce, the multi-enterprise collaboration company and a subsidiary of AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T), announced today it has agreed to acquire Nistevo, a leading provider of on-demand transportation management solutions. The transaction is subject to Nistevo shareholder approval.
The addition of Nistevo’s Collaborative Logistics NetworkSM expands the Sterling Commerce supply chain application portfolio. The Nistevo Collaborative Logistics NetworkSM is an on-demand, Web-based network that enables shippers and carriers to improve the efficiency of their logistics and supply chain operations with low start-up costs when compared to traditional software solutions. To date, the Collaborative Logistics Network has been adopted by more than 60 shippers, spans a community of over 6,400 carriers, and manages approximately 65 million transactions annually.
TradePoint Systems LLC, a subsidiary of Kewill Systems Plc , the leading provider of supply chain execution solutions, today announced that they will be changing their name to Kewill Trade and Logistics, effective June 1, 2006.
Scripture to Ponder - List of Scriptures to Ponder from prior issues.
"As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love." - Paul - Ephesians 4:1-2Famous Quotes to Ponder - List of Quotes to Ponder from prior issues.
"Real success is finding your lifework in the work that you love."- David McCullough
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