INCREASED ON-TIME PERFORMANCE - Multi-Location Specialty Distributor

SITUATION	Poor on-time performance (60% - 70%) of receiving and shipping in multi-location environment.
SOLUTION	Implemented tighter operational controls and procedures. Established goals and benchmarking measurements.
RESULTS	On-time performance increased to over 95% in less than 6 weeks. Reduced temporary staffing by over 80%. Decreased total labor costs by approximately 17%.

IMPROVED FINANCIAL REPORTING - Mid-Size Distribution Company

SITUATION	Financial reporting created via Excel spreadsheets versus systems produced.
SOLUTION	Completed full integration of software modules. Cleaned up General Ledger. Upgraded accounting software. Hired software specialists to assist with transition and maximize utilization of system.
RESULTS	First time production of reliable, accurate Balance Sheet and P&L from internal systems. Reduced days to close by 15. Estimated 25% reduction in annual auditing costs.

TRANSPORTATION COST REDUCTION - International Hardware Company

SITUATION	Outbound freight costs too high.
SOLUTION	Audited outbound activity and charges. Negotiated with carriers on behalf of client for better rates.
RESULTS	Helped client realize savings of over 30% on outbound LTL costs.

WORK FLOW IMPROVEMENT - International Manufacturer

SITUATION	Batch printing of 9-part shipping/invoice forms. Wasted paper. Bottle neck of effort and activity.
SOLUTION	Placed printers on shop floor. Installed freight software. Upgraded accounting software. Integrated both systems.
RESULTS	Saved tens of thousands of dollars by eliminating five parts. Continuous flow of order fulfillment. Business grew 75% with no growth in staff.