DHL Supply Chain Introduces Standardized Warehouse Management System Globally
BONN, Germany & ATLANTA --(BUSINESS WIRE)--DHL Supply Chain, the world’s largest logistics specialist, is currently introducing a standardized warehouse management system across its operations globally to further improve accuracy and individual product availability for its customers.
“Improving the ability to synchronize and optimize productivity in the warehouse and the workforce will enable DHL to continue to lead the way in meeting the increasingly complex global supply chain challenges our customers face every day.”
RedPrairie Corporation, a global supply chain and retail technology provider, will deliver the Warehouse Management System (WMS) and Workforce Management (WFM) tools that will help improve DHL customers’ service levels by providing a more simplified and cost effective approach to implementing the systems with supply chain customers. The new deal expands upon an initial global framework agreement between the two companies.
“DHL’s expertise in designing and operating innovative supply chain solutions, together with utilizing RedPrairie’s quality tools, is bringing unique value to our customers across all sectors,” said Alex Pilar, Chief Information Officer DHL Supply Chain. “Improving the ability to synchronize and optimize productivity in the warehouse and the workforce will enable DHL to continue to lead the way in meeting the increasingly complex global supply chain challenges our customers face every day.”
Accuracy and reliability of supply across the globe is of critical importance to customers from all industry sectors and DHL develops specific logistics solutions to meet individual needs of the industries. Using leading-edge WMS and WFM tools helps DHL to design optimized supply chains and inventory holding systems which ultimately supports customers in improving their market position.
“RedPrairie is proud to continue to expand its business relationship with the most respected logistics services provider in the world,” said RedPrairie President, International Martin Hiscox. “With the world’s largest logistics network, DHL Supply Chain will be able to continue to take the lead in providing the highest levels of visibility and collaboration throughout its customers’ global supply chains using RedPrairie’s WMS and WFM solutions.”
DHL – The Logistics company for the world
DHL is the global market leader in the logistics industry and “The Logistics company for the world”. DHL commits its expertise in international express, air and ocean freight, road and rail transportation, contract logistics and international mail services to its customers. A global network composed of more than 220 countries and territories and about 275,000 employees worldwide offers customers superior service quality and local knowledge to satisfy their supply chain requirements. DHL accepts its social responsibility by supporting climate protection, disaster management and education.
DHL is part of Deutsche Post DHL. The Group generated revenue of more than 51 billion euros in 2010.
About RedPrairie
For more than 35 years, RedPrairie’s best-of-breed supply chain, workforce, and all-channel retail solutions have put commerce in motion for the world’s leading companies. Installed in over 60,000 customer sites across more than 50 countries, RedPrairie solutions adapt to help ensure visibility and collaboration between manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and consumers. RedPrairie is prepared to meet its customers’ current and future demands with multiple delivery options, flexible architecture, and 24/7 technical and customer support. For a world in motion, RedPrairie is commerce in motion.
“Improving the ability to synchronize and optimize productivity in the warehouse and the workforce will enable DHL to continue to lead the way in meeting the increasingly complex global supply chain challenges our customers face every day.”
RedPrairie Corporation, a global supply chain and retail technology provider, will deliver the Warehouse Management System (WMS) and Workforce Management (WFM) tools that will help improve DHL customers’ service levels by providing a more simplified and cost effective approach to implementing the systems with supply chain customers. The new deal expands upon an initial global framework agreement between the two companies.
“DHL’s expertise in designing and operating innovative supply chain solutions, together with utilizing RedPrairie’s quality tools, is bringing unique value to our customers across all sectors,” said Alex Pilar, Chief Information Officer DHL Supply Chain. “Improving the ability to synchronize and optimize productivity in the warehouse and the workforce will enable DHL to continue to lead the way in meeting the increasingly complex global supply chain challenges our customers face every day.”
Accuracy and reliability of supply across the globe is of critical importance to customers from all industry sectors and DHL develops specific logistics solutions to meet individual needs of the industries. Using leading-edge WMS and WFM tools helps DHL to design optimized supply chains and inventory holding systems which ultimately supports customers in improving their market position.
“RedPrairie is proud to continue to expand its business relationship with the most respected logistics services provider in the world,” said RedPrairie President, International Martin Hiscox. “With the world’s largest logistics network, DHL Supply Chain will be able to continue to take the lead in providing the highest levels of visibility and collaboration throughout its customers’ global supply chains using RedPrairie’s WMS and WFM solutions.”
DHL – The Logistics company for the world
DHL is the global market leader in the logistics industry and “The Logistics company for the world”. DHL commits its expertise in international express, air and ocean freight, road and rail transportation, contract logistics and international mail services to its customers. A global network composed of more than 220 countries and territories and about 275,000 employees worldwide offers customers superior service quality and local knowledge to satisfy their supply chain requirements. DHL accepts its social responsibility by supporting climate protection, disaster management and education.
DHL is part of Deutsche Post DHL. The Group generated revenue of more than 51 billion euros in 2010.
About RedPrairie
For more than 35 years, RedPrairie’s best-of-breed supply chain, workforce, and all-channel retail solutions have put commerce in motion for the world’s leading companies. Installed in over 60,000 customer sites across more than 50 countries, RedPrairie solutions adapt to help ensure visibility and collaboration between manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and consumers. RedPrairie is prepared to meet its customers’ current and future demands with multiple delivery options, flexible architecture, and 24/7 technical and customer support. For a world in motion, RedPrairie is commerce in motion.