System 3000

Optimize packaging performance
across your supply chain

Packaging Supply Chain

Services We Provide

SKU Rationalization

Size and orientation analysis across all SKUs and an analysis of annual demand by SKU.

Board Weight Analysis

Board grade analysis across all SKUs
ISTA requirement analysis and safety factor analysis and testing
Distribution/market conditions analysis
CAPE Program optimization

Redesign

Package/product cube analysis and cube analysis for pallet/truck/warehouse
Preferred carton design for labor and board savings

Benefits

Reduced item count and carton consolidation
Optimized product performance
Reduced BER content and improved packaging sustainability scorecard
Improved pallet pattern for trailer and warehousing maximization
Improve process flow and reduce labor

Course of Action	Results	Requirements
Order Quantity Review	Determine the most economical order quantities based on usage and order patterns	Analysis of annual demand by SKU Order frequency analysis
Delivery/Inventory	Establish VMI and KANBAN systems Determine delivery options with dedicated fleet drivers Scanning systems to provide inventory access 24/7 Bar code labeling to enhance inventory accuracy/tracking/ordering	Determine fit and support of customer material flow in receiving and shop floor areas Determine customer storage/staging Understand customer system requirements, electronic/manual
Transactions and EDI Options	Streamline purchase orders and receive order confirmation using web interface and/or EDI Seamlessly integrate business systems for MRP/Advanced Planning ASNs, detailed order information communicated in advance	Understand customer’s system capabilities and available IT resources Provide web access for releases, orders, inventory visibility Determine system-to-system capabilities for some or all of EDI transactions

Great Expectations

Great Expectations is more than a tagline, it is an attitude. At Great Northern, customer challenges are met by an undying spirit to doing what others can’t or won’t. It’s in our DNA. And it is what our customers have come to expect with Great Northern.

How can we exceed your expectations?

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