SAP Solutions for Advanced Inventory Management in Life Sciences
Repligen is a leader in the bioprocessing sector and is committed to enhancing biologics production. The company's global warehouse infrastructure focuses on essential biomanufacturing technologies, including filtration, chromatography, and protein. Given the complexity and scale of its operations, effective inventory management is crucial to maintaining operational efficiency and product quality.
Repligen
Waltham, USA
Life Sciences / Healthcare / Medicine/ Warehousing
Challenges
Our client faced significant challenges in managing warehouse inventory across multiple countries:
Solutions
To address these challenges, Allied Consultants implemented the following challenges:
SAP Integration
Enhanced SAP Warehouse Management systems integration to streamline both inbound and outbound inventory processes.
Results
The implemented solutions led to significant improvements in operational efficiency and inventory management:
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Before our intervention, the queue error count exceeded 150. Within six months of implementing the new SAP-driven systems and processes, this number was dramatically reduced to below 10.
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Enhanced shipment accuracy improved customer satisfaction and reduced the administrative burden associated with returns management.
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Implementing a centralized inventory database resulted in a 30% improvement in the time to locate and move inventory across warehouses.
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Managers and staff experienced less stress and were able to make faster, more informed decisions due to real-time inventory data.
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Streamlined inventory processes reduced the need for daily physical checks, allowing managers to focus on strategic activities.
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Fewer order errors and returns contributed to a more robust market reputation.
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The shift from manual to automated data entry and the integration of advanced tracking technologies reduced operational costs by 20%, primarily through labor savings and decreased error-related expenses.
Technology Stack Used in this project
- SAP Warehouse Management System (WMS)
- SAP ERP Central Component (ECC)
- SAP Advanced Track and Trace for Pharmaceuticals (ATTP)
Data Visualization Tools (e.g., SAP Lumira)
SAP BusinessObjects BI (Business Intelligence)
Database Management Systems (DBMS) for backend support
RFID Systems