ekz.bibliotheksservice GmbH is a specialist in libraries whose product range covers all the needs of libraries. That includes:
- Furniture
- Accessories/materials
- Library systems
- Media
A comprehensive reorganisation of the material flows in the area of media – especially books, games and audio media – was needed to continue to meet the needs of the market. The requirement for faster delivery while simultaneously reducing process costs was one of the project's primary challenges.
The significant design tasks were:
- Reduction of through times by 20%
- Elimination of inventory
- Optimisation of procurement paths
- Direct pick-and-pack process
- Increased transparency at all levels
The consistent solution approaches were defined by measures throughout the supply chain:
- Procurement
- Warehousing
- Goods receipt
- Production
- Picking
- Shipping