HighJump Software reports growing number of F&B customers turning to supply chain apps to manage industry-specific requirements
Eden Prairie, MN — April 10, 2006 — Food and beverage distributors are continuing to implement advanced solutions to manage complex supply chain challenges and meet industry-specific requirements, according to supply chain execution specialist HighJump Software, which is reporting an increasing number of customers in this sector.
Among others, companies including Smith Dairy Products, SimonDelivers, Musco Family Olive Co., Earthbound Farm, J&J Snack Foods and Farley's & Sathers Candy Co. have implemented solutions from HighJump. The solution provider said its Supply Chain Advantage suite enables these companies to manage industry-specific requirements such as USDA and FDA regulations regarding product quality, traceability and rotation.
Dairy Doubles Warehouse Space
Smith Dairy, an Orrville, Ohio-based producer and distributor of dairy products, implemented HighJump's Warehouse Advantage while doubling warehouse space. The HighJump system has improved productivity, as well as tightened inventory management capabilities, according to the solution provider. Smith Dairy also has improved track and trace processes to meet FDA requirements, reducing product trace times by up to 80 percent.
"We're thrilled with the results we've seen thus far," said Dean Reed, production systems manager at Smith Dairy. "The adaptability of HighJump Supply Chain Advantage has allowed us to truly take ownership of our operations, allowing us to incorporate the unique processes that make everything run smoothly."
Reed added that the company is rolling out the system in its Richmond, Ind., facility this spring without any outside assistance.
Simon Says "Supply Chain"
E-grocer SimonDelivers selected HighJump Software to replace its previous warehouse management system, which hindered the company's ability to manage fast growth because it could not accommodate changes and upgrades cost effectively. SimonDelivers turned to HighJump Software's solutions because of their adaptable architecture; depth of functionality; and reliability in handling critical track and trace functions, such as expiration date tracking, HighJump said.
"An optimized, growth-oriented supply chain is a key component to our success as an e-grocer," said Christopher Brown, CEO of SimonDelivers. "With HighJump Software, we are able to achieve this type of environment without sacrificing our budget, product quality or philosophy of superior customer service."
HighJump said its customers also benefit from a best practices-based implementation delivered by the solution provider's professional services group. "The HighJump team provided a smooth implementation and strong process-improvement expertise to help us increase efficiencies and drive ROI," said Anneke Leigh, director of business applications IT at Earthbound Farm.
Additional Articles of Interest
— How do you avoid losing a limb as you're working with new technologies? A supply chain icon offers his take on this conundrum. Read more in "Executive Memo: Stepping into the Deep Water," in the February/March 2006 issue of Supply & Demand Chain Executive.
— To build a competency in supply network design, this consumer products company first had to build confidence. Read more in "Designing the Best Supply Chain Gillette Can Get," in the February/March 2006 issue of Supply & Demand Chain Executive.
Eden Prairie, MN — April 10, 2006 — Food and beverage distributors are continuing to implement advanced solutions to manage complex supply chain challenges and meet industry-specific requirements, according to supply chain execution specialist HighJump Software, which is reporting an increasing number of customers in this sector.
Among others, companies including Smith Dairy Products, SimonDelivers, Musco Family Olive Co., Earthbound Farm, J&J Snack Foods and Farley's & Sathers Candy Co. have implemented solutions from HighJump. The solution provider said its Supply Chain Advantage suite enables these companies to manage industry-specific requirements such as USDA and FDA regulations regarding product quality, traceability and rotation.
Dairy Doubles Warehouse Space
Smith Dairy, an Orrville, Ohio-based producer and distributor of dairy products, implemented HighJump's Warehouse Advantage while doubling warehouse space. The HighJump system has improved productivity, as well as tightened inventory management capabilities, according to the solution provider. Smith Dairy also has improved track and trace processes to meet FDA requirements, reducing product trace times by up to 80 percent.
"We're thrilled with the results we've seen thus far," said Dean Reed, production systems manager at Smith Dairy. "The adaptability of HighJump Supply Chain Advantage has allowed us to truly take ownership of our operations, allowing us to incorporate the unique processes that make everything run smoothly."
Reed added that the company is rolling out the system in its Richmond, Ind., facility this spring without any outside assistance.
Simon Says "Supply Chain"
E-grocer SimonDelivers selected HighJump Software to replace its previous warehouse management system, which hindered the company's ability to manage fast growth because it could not accommodate changes and upgrades cost effectively. SimonDelivers turned to HighJump Software's solutions because of their adaptable architecture; depth of functionality; and reliability in handling critical track and trace functions, such as expiration date tracking, HighJump said.
"An optimized, growth-oriented supply chain is a key component to our success as an e-grocer," said Christopher Brown, CEO of SimonDelivers. "With HighJump Software, we are able to achieve this type of environment without sacrificing our budget, product quality or philosophy of superior customer service."
HighJump said its customers also benefit from a best practices-based implementation delivered by the solution provider's professional services group. "The HighJump team provided a smooth implementation and strong process-improvement expertise to help us increase efficiencies and drive ROI," said Anneke Leigh, director of business applications IT at Earthbound Farm.
Additional Articles of Interest
— How do you avoid losing a limb as you're working with new technologies? A supply chain icon offers his take on this conundrum. Read more in "Executive Memo: Stepping into the Deep Water," in the February/March 2006 issue of Supply & Demand Chain Executive.
— To build a competency in supply network design, this consumer products company first had to build confidence. Read more in "Designing the Best Supply Chain Gillette Can Get," in the February/March 2006 issue of Supply & Demand Chain Executive.
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