Single Label Project reduces process time and makes product handling more efficient
24th March 2011
Previous to the new strategy being implemented, the logistics process would involve multiple re-labelling of a number of products received into the production warehouse. This could be anything up to three times before the products were delivered to the assembly line.
A dedicated project team of four logistics specialists from Rudolph and Hellmann Automotive were assigned to support the manufacturer over an eight month period, to seamlessly implement the new strategy.
Prior to the project being implemented, Rudolph and Hellmann Automotive had a one month planning period to produce implementation timings, process designs and IT infrastructure changes alongside the manufacturer’s warehouse management system.
The implementation of the single label project meant that Rudolph and Hellmann Automotive could utilise the part supplier’s original product label and it’s information to track parts through to the production hall.
First steps involved investigating which of the suppliers could adhere to the new single label framework. An assessment of the trails was then carried out with error proofing and re-engineering of processes to correct anyun foreseen issues.
“The trials recorded less human driven errors through re-labelling of products and less time spent by warehouse operatives re-labelling products. The project has also improved shipment notification to trackside of products being delivered to the plant.”
Martin Rollings, Managing Director, Rudolph and Hellmann Automotive
After the verification trail stage was complete, the project team worked to roll out the entirety of the project across all relevant processes and all supplier parts types that could support the methodology.
The aim now is to work alongside the supply-chain to bring as many suppliers as possible into the single label methodology.
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