Case Study Ref: Fast React_Evolve_Case Study_Dewhirst

Dewhirst achieves improved customer service.

Marks and Spencer supplier Dewhirst have achieved improved customer service, speed of response and lower stock holding, through the implementation of the Fast React planning system.
The Solution Dewhirst has implemented Fast React Evolve to provide fully integrated supply chain planning, critical path management, flow reporting and raw materials visibility in a single coordinated system linked to and working with the existing JD Edwards business system. This combination allows the impact of changes in any one area, such as sample approvals, flow requirements, raw materials availability and current production performance to be immediately reflected in other areas, providing clear notification of priority changes and a clear warning of potential problems. Glenn Walker, Finance Director at Dewhirst explains, Fast React Evolve has enabled the closer coordination of functions within the business and this has facilitated a better materials planning process. This has directly resulted in the stockholding on materials being reduced by 40-50% (25-30 days stockholding down to an average of 15 days), at the same time as improving the raw material availability to the production floor. Fast React Evolve was surprisingly easy to install, and we have been very impressed with the robustness and functionality provided by the software. Given the Fast React pedigree we expected a good planning system, but the flexibility and control provided by the Evolves Critical Path system was an unexpected bonus. The Conclusion Andrew Brown, Managing Director, Fast React Systems comments: We understand the garment industry at a ground level and have consequently built very flexible planning solutions, which meet the needs of a wide variety of garment businesses. Fast React has provided Dewhirst with a solution that presents their production planning, critical path and material delivery flows in a visual and easy to use format, which is essential when aiming to offer true flexibility and level of customer service necessary to stay competitive in todays business environment. Key facts at a glance Customer: Dewhirst Menswear Tailoring Location: UK Challenge: To improve on time delivery and customer service ROI: Increased sales and reduced operating costs including inventory reductions by 40-50%

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Case Study Ref: Fast React_Evolve_Case Study_Dewhirst

Dewhirst achieves improved customer service.

Fast React Evolve was surprisingly easy to install and we have been very impressed with the robustness and functionality provided by the software. Glenn Walker, Finance Director

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