Use Case
Increasing Operational Efficiency with Unified Data and Analytics
A global food and candy manufacturer sought to streamline its warehouse operations across 400+ sites. With multiple WMS instances and disparate data sources, managing operations became inefficient for an organization with 100,000 employees and numerous billion-dollar brands. They needed a solution to unify data, deliver real-time insights, and provide a scalable, intuitive platform to empower internal and external teams with operational transparency.
Challenges
Data Harmonization
Needed a solution to unify data from diverse WMS and archive sources across all sites.
Accessible Real-Time Insights
Required non-technical users to query real-time data effortlessly.
KPI Tracking and Analysis
The organization required real-time tracking of KPIs from site level to a global view.
Easy Historical Data Access
Accessing historical data across numerous applications needed simplification for practical use at scale.
Solutions Implemented with Rebus
Real-Time Data and Analytics
Delivered customizable dashboards for real-time monitoring at site and network levels.
Unified Data Access
Provided centralized, role-based access.
Automated Data Harmonization
Streamlined data from diverse systems, creating a unified operational view.
Integrated ERP and WMS Analytics
Enabled seamless quality assurance and real-time data updates across systems.
ROI and Benefits
Enhanced Decision-Making
Enabled faster, data-informed decisions with real-time operational insights.
Optimized Inventory Management
Real-time tracking of aging inventory enabled proactive management, reducing waste.
Quality Assurance Improvements
Simplified and standardized data visualizations across ERP and WMS systems, boosting efficiency.
Resource Efficiency
Reduced manual data processing and streamlined workflows, saving time and resources.
The company evaluated several vendors, including their WMS, Power BI, Tableau, and data lakes. They needed a single solution that met their requirements of data harmonization, real-time insights, and an intuitive user experience tailored for warehouse environments. Rebus stood out as the solution uniquely equipped to meet these needs.
Rebus provided a centralized, real-time data integration solution, eliminating manual data compilation and errors while supporting a high-volume operation. The purpose-built platform empowered users with role-based insights, enhancing decision-making, responsiveness, and efficiency without sacrificing WMS performance.
The organization plans to expand its use of Rebus for data-driven improvements, from optimizing labor allocation to predictive analytics for demand planning. With Rebus, they aim to continuously enhance operational efficiency, agility, and decision-making across their global warehouse network.
