Assortment Planning

Assortment management: how to formulate strategic decisions to maximise results

Assortment management plays a critical role in shaping a company’s operational efficiency and profitability. In this article, we discuss strategies to optimise product portfolios and align offerings with market demands

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Miles & More GmbH selects Slimstock’s Slim4 solution to optimise supply chain and inventory processes

As part of a comprehensive digital transformation project led by Lufthansa Retail, Miles & More aims to future-proof its entire supply chain from suppliers to sales channels with the help of Slimstock.

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Trump’s tariffs and their impact on the global supply chain

In this article we will explore how Trump’s import tariffs might impact key sectors in the European Union.

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The Pareto Principle and its application in the Supply Chain

Work smart, not hard. This widely popular phrase in today’s corporate world—emphasising the importance of focusing efforts on what truly delivers results—neatly sums up the essence of the Pareto Principle.

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Distrivet

Distrivet, leader in veterinary distribution in Spain and Portugal, relies on Slimstock to optimise its supply chain, improve purchasing efficiency and raise the level of customer service.

99% Service level
17% Stock reduction
40% less stock days

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Intralogistics: A guide to the heart of logistics processes

Intralogistics is the operational core of any distribution centre or warehouse, encompassing critical warehouse processes that ensure the efficient movement of goods. From reception and storage to picking, packing, and shipping, each of these activities directly contributes to operational speed, cost reduction, and customer satisfaction...

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Sonepar Italia

Sonepar Italia, one of the leading players in the Italian B2B electrical material distribution market, has embarked on a significant supply chain transformation to align with the global standards of its parent company.

Greater supply chain agility.
Improved operational efficiency.
Stronger alignment with the Sonepar Group.

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Sonepar Deutschland GmbH

Thanks to Slimstock's support, Sonepar, the electrical wholesaler has successfully mastered this challenge and implemented Slim4 in its first four central warehouses and experience some exciting results.

Seamless Implementation
Improved Inventory Optimisation
Enhanced Process Efficiency

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Zeder Corporation

With a mission to deliver innovation and exceptional service, Zeder Corporation is Australia's largest automotive steering and suspension business. Following the implementation of Slim4, the company has experienced exceptional results.

30% reduction in inventory
10 million AUD freed in working capital
25% to 4% reduction in lost sales

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A complete guide to obsolescence management

In this article you will learn the basic principles for detecting declining behaviour in our products and, therefore, knowing how to stop the supply of certain items in time before they become obsolete.

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BouwMaat

Bouwmaat, a building materials wholesaler with 47 branches across the Netherlands, has transformed its supply chain by partnering with Slimstock, witnessing outstanding improvements.

Cut deliveries by 60%
Increased availability
Real-time supply chain insights

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Astro Lighting

Astro Lighting, the leading British lighting design specialist, has joined forces with Slimstock to improve supply chain performance and realise their ambitious growth objectives.

Increased efficiency
Mitigated risk of product obsolescence
Enhanced visibility

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Super Asia Foods Empowers Canada’s South Asian and Ethnic Food Market with Supply Chain Transformation Project

Super Asia Foods, Canada’s leading wholesale supplier for South Asian, ethnic, and halal supermarkets, has embarked on a transformative journey to optimise its supply chain in collaboration with Slimstock.

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Inventory Management for Fresh Produce: Balancing Waste and Availability

A key characteristic of fresh produce (fruit and vegetables) is that this assortment changes throughout the year in terms of supplier, packaging, and price. Fresh produce buyers know exactly when they need to switch countries of origin, but do they also know how much to purchase? How can they...

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VISTONY Partners with Slimstock to optimise stock levels

VISTONY, a global leader in the production and distribution of lubricants, coolants, and maintenance products, has partnered with Slimstock to transform its supply chain operations by optimising stock levels and availability.

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Reverse Logistics: What It Is and How to Turn It Into a Competitive Advantage

In this article, we will delve into how effective management of reverse logistics can set your business apart from the competition.

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Danerolles and Magioni Choose Slimstock to Enhance Supply Chain Efficiency

Danerolles and Magioni, producers of fresh dough for the home baking market in the Netherlands, have chosen Slimstock's supply planning platform to increase efficiency and improve their ability to respond to disruptions.

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Bofrost*

To ensure the efficiency of its supply chain, bofrost*, a leading provider of frozen foods, implemented Slimstock’s supply planning solution for end-to-end operational planning.

95.4% service level (+6.4 points with Slim4)
-41% overstock
Reduced carbon footprint

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Management by Exception: How to Focus on What Really Matters

In modern supply chain management, the exponential growth of product assortments and the increasing number of stores and warehouses present a constant challenge. As catalogues expand with new entries, the complexities of efficiently managing each item also increase...

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Yomart embarks on a technology initiative to modernise its supply chain operations with Slimstock

Yomart, a leading player in Indonesia’s retail sector, has launched a supply chain initiative to centralise planning, improving on-shelf availability and enhancing visibility throughout its end-to-end operation.

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Navigating the Complexities of Aftermarket Inventory Management

Discover why managing critical spare parts is so challenging for aftermarket companies and learn proven strategies to overcome these obstacles. This article provides actionable insights to enhance inventory management practices and drive operational efficiency

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That’s a wrap – 5 top takeaways from our UK Customer Day

Uniting industry innovators, expert speakers, and like-minded supply chain professionals, this year’s event offered a unique opportunity for our customer community to work together to address pressing challenges and emerging opportunities. Here are our top takeaways…

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What is operational efficiency? How to achieve and measure it?

Achieving greater operational efficiency not only improves financial outcomes but also enables businesses to adapt to changing customer demands and position themselves as leaders in their industry.

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GME

The premier distributor of fall protection and safety equipment, GME Supply, adopted Slimstock’s platform to optimise supply chain planning across 6 locations.

Unlocked 40% efficiency improvement
Increased availability while reducing inventory levels
Created significant time-savings mitigating the need to hire two additional planners

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