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Integrated Visual Systems Releases IVS.Warehousing - Version 2.18.0

The latest release of IVS.Warehousing is now available. Included in the enhancements for this release are:

▪ The following fields were added and mapped to the SSCC label print function:

▪ Product Standard Put-up

▪· Container ID

▪ Product UDF’s

▪ Release UDF’s

▪ The Customer Order RF transactions were enhanced to add Multi-Control ID capability to picking, loading and unloading.

▪ A configuration option was added to RF Pick Methods for Pick to Stage=All, Pick to Container=All and Pick to Load=All.

▪ Two new transactions, Multi-Load and Multi-Unload, have been added to the Customer Order menu in RF.

▪ The Pick functions were enhanced to allow picking from a container to a container with replenish turned “on”.

▪ A new Inquiry screen was created for RF to display the pick bins associated with a particular product ID.

The customer Order Module has been enhanced for International Shipping:

▪ A new flag was created in the Customer Master table to indicate which Ship To Address ID’s require Customs Documentation.

▪ A new data input screen was created to capture variable information for each shipment including:

▪ Mode of Transportation

▪ Vessel Name

▪ Booking Number

▪ AWB Number

▪ Letter of Credit Reference Number

▪ Bank Name

▪ Port of Loading

▪ Discharge Port

▪ Estimated Arrival

▪ Sail Date

▪ Handling charge

▪ Insurance

▪ Freight Forwarder Address

▪ Freight Charges Bill to Address

▪ Bill of Lading Number

▪ Freight Charge Terms

▪ The Shipping Manifest screen allows the user to choose a complete customs data date.

▪ "Requires Customs Documentation” field was added to the Load Summary and Load Detail screens.

▪ Created a flag in Customer Order module to indicate whether domestic and international orders can be manifested together.

▪ The Route Code assignment screen will not allow mixed orders on a route code if the “Allow mixed orders?” flag above is set to “False”.

▪ The RF Load function was modified to prevent loading of mixed documentation order types if the flag above is set to “False”.

▪ Other enhancements to the Customer Order module include:

▪ The Customer PO number and Stop Code fields were added to the Order Entry screen.

▪ A new screen was created to allow the operator to close short all open Order/Release/Lines of a specific product (inventory shortage).

▪ A new pop-up screen was added to the Customer Order Detail to display the Order/Release UDFs

▪ A new pop-up screen was added to the Customer Order Detail to display the Order/Line UDFs

▪ Two new fields were added to the Product Inquiry screen:

▪ Standard Put-up

▪ Weight per UOM

▪ The Work Order module was enhanced to:

▪ Add the parent work order number for sub-assemblies and WIP.

▪ Add User Defined Fields (UDF’s) for Work Order header.

▪ Add User Defined Fields (UDF’s) for Work Order release.

▪ Add User Defined Fields (UDF’s) for Work Order line.

▪ Data purging was enhanced to allow scheduling.

▪ Version 2.18.00 has been tested on and released for Microsoft SQL Server 2005.

Rutland Plastic Technologies selects IVS.Warehousing for SYSPRO ERP

For almost forty years, Rutland Plastic Technologies has developed products that make the screenprinting process easier, more attractive, and more profitable. Their plastisol screen printing inks are the number one, worldwide. Their world-class manufacturing facility is in Pineville NC and they operate distribution warehouses in Charlotte NC, Columbus OH, and Miami FL.

The initial phase of the implementation addresses the labeling and tracking of finished goods. All items packaged for sale to customers as well as items purchased for re-sale will be identified with a unique WMS Control ID. This unique identifier allows tracking of production batches, lot numbers and expiration dates.

Functionally, the WMS will handle all order fulfillment task including warehouse transfers, suggested put-away, picking, shipping, replenishment and cycle counting. The WMS utilizes SYSPRO’s e.net solutions business objects to electronically post all inventory activity to the ERP. The real-time interface eliminates manual key entry of data.

Sufix Fishing selects IVS.Warehousing for US Distribution Center

Sufix Fishing is a world leader in monofilament extrusion. Already, Sufix is among the top brands in 64 countries, and the company's focus is now on the U.S. market. To better serve this growing market, Sufix Fishing North America was formed and a new distribution center was opened in Greensboro, NC.

The new DC supports a variety of channel partners from specialty tackle shops to large retailers such as Wal-Mart and Dick’s Sporting Goods. The goal in establishing the DC was to provide state-of-the-art automated order fulfillment for customers both large and small. This included wireless (and paperless) order picking, automated generation of UCC labels, packing slips, carrier compliance labeling and EDI ASN notifications.

Sufix selected the IVS.Warehousing WMS application combined with the Kewill Clippership shipping system to automate the order fulfillment process. The WMS is interfaced to both their host ERP system (Southware) and their EDI provider (True Commerce).

With the WMS, orders are picked directly into the shipping carton, utilizing the most efficient pick path. Compliance labels and packing slips are generated on demand and the EDI transmission is sent automatically. By improving the efficiency of their order fulfillment process, Sufix has been able to increase their volume without adding personnel.

LXE introduces new HX2 Wearable Computer.

Shipments have begun on the new HX2 Wearable Computer from LXE. Designed so that operators can benefit from having both hands free to accomplish the task at hand, these wearable computers are perfect for warehouse picking applications including piece picking to carts, containers or conveyers; case picking; small parcel moves; and broken case activities.

LXE’s line of wearable terminals includes the same legendary toughness as the rest of their ultra-rugged wireless computers - impact resistant screens, dust and moisture resistant enclosures, and accessories that are as tough as their terminals. Used in conjunction with a finger mounted “ring scanner”, they provide barcode scanning accuracy while keeping the operator’s hands free.

Legacy Classic implements IVS.Warehousing with Oracle ERP.

Legacy Classic Furniture, a premier importer of furniture designed for “Middle America”, recently opened a new 347,000 sq. ft. facility in High Point NC. The warehouse manages and distributes over 25 collections including bedroom, dining room and children’s furniture. The furniture is manufactured at their 4 million sq. ft. state of the art facility in Shanghai, China.

In order to provide a logistical system to meet the stringent demands of this new import model, Legacy implemented Oracle ERP and IVS.Warehousing. The Oracle ERP system provides availability information on all inventory and streamlines customer ordering and tracking functions. IVS warehousing improves the efficiency of warehouse operators and tracks each piece of furniture from “cradle to grave”.

By combining the attributes of both systems, Legacy Classic Furniture has implemented a solution that has greatly increased their order fulfillment capacity and improved their warehouse operations.

David Levi, IVS President and CEO published in Fortune Small Business magazine.

The theme for the issue is “Extreme Customer Service”. The editors were interested in the lessons learned by entrepreneurs in the course of managing their own business. As IVS enters its fifteenth year of operation, there have been numerous lessons learned and much experience gained.

Please click on the link below to read the article:

http://money.cnn.com/2007/09/05/smbusiness/customer_service_disasters.fsb/index.htm

IVS was established to provide the best in automated data collection with a strong emphasis on customer service. Our secret for success lies in our long term relationships with our clients.

Acme United goes live with Work Order Management module

Acme United implemented the IVS.Warehousing Work Order Management module to enhance inventory tracking in the assembly/kitting area of the distribution center. The module is fully integrated with their SYSPRO ERP system and all updates to the Work Order – consumption, issues, returns to stock and production – are updated automatically via SYSPRO e.net solutions framework.

When a Work Order is released in SYSPRO, all pertinent information including the Work Order’s bill of materials (BOM) is automatically imported into the WMS database. Operators utilizing wireless terminals are directed to the materials to be pulled and the system confirms that the right product and quantity are issued to the job. The system can also track lot#, expiration date, etc. of the products used to produce the finished goods.

When production is recorded, bar-coded labels are printed for the finished goods. A configuration option lets the user determine if goods are “produced” when the labels are printed or have to be “confirmed” by a material handler in the warehouse before they are considered inventory. An audit trail of all Work Order activity is maintained.

Burt's Bees Implements Master Case Order Fulfillment

Burt’s Bees has implemented Phase III of their WMS installation, Master Case Order Fulfillment. Utilizing enhancements to the standard IVS.Warehousing Pick to Stage functionality, the new process streamlines the order picking and shipping process in this volume area.

Wholesale orders for Master Case level items are created in customer service and imported into IVS.Warehousing. They are electronically assigned to pickers in the Master Case Pick Zone. Both full and partial pallet picks are supported and the contents of the pallet are “linked” to a unique Container ID.

Utilizing Zebra mobile wireless printers attached to the lifts, customer specific product labels (which include the customer’s sku number, PO number and shipping address) are generated and applied to each master case. When the order is complete, the unique Container ID is scanned from a mobile Kewill Clippership® shipping station for shipment by parcel or LTL carrier.

IVS incorporates Truckmate BOL module into shipping process

Truckmate, the Bill of Lading module for Clippership, was incorporated into the shipping process to provide an additional level of automation. The module is the consolidation point for the BOL data supplied from Clippership. When a BOL is created in Clippership, the data is “pushed” to the Truckmate Database. This integration allows the BOL Number and the Pro Number to be returned to IVS.Warehousing as soon as the transaction is processed so that they can be included on the ASN labels. At the end of the day when the carriers are scheduled to arrive, the operators can launch Truckmate and select the BOL's they want printed.

Truckmate can also look up previously generated BOL's, eliminating the need to file paper copies in a file cabinet. Truckmate can be configured to print either Straight Bill of Lading forms or the VICS format to a plain paper laser printer, avoiding the need for preprinted forms. Customized forms are also available.

IVS Releases Interface Module for SYSPRO ERP

Integrated Visual Systems announces the official release of their interface module for SYSPRO ERP Version 6.0, Issue 9.0. The interface utilizes SYSPRO e.net solutions, a component-based framework that provides a standard way of directly accessing the business functionality within the SYSPRO system while maintaining the software's built-in business rules and security. Designed to facilitate integration of best of breed solutions, it provides the perfect link for customer’s who want the added functionality of a full-featured WMS to work in conjunction with their SYSPRO ERP system.

IVS.Warehousing installed at Weyerhaeuser

Weyerhaeuser chose IVS.Warehousing as their solution for a warehouse management system in their Charlotte, North Carolina facility. This facility creates displays that are set up in retail stores across the United States. The system is managing inventory for 5 warehouses and a total of 1.2 million square feet. The WMS interfaces to their Macola accounting system for a real-time view of their entire operation.

Krispy Kreme replaces custom WMS with IVS.Warehousing

Krispy Kreme has replaced their original IVS custom warehousing system with the new client-server based IVS.Warehousing product. They wanted the benefits of a standard product and the flexibility of IVS.Warehousing. The new product was installed to run their 3 distribution centers in North Carolina, Illinois and California. They were able to use their existing RF infrastructure and the old data was imported into the new system. The new WMS interfaces to their Macola accounting system for up-to-date order processing.

IVS automates the NC ABC Distribution Center

IVS.Warehousing has been installed at the NC Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Commission’s distribution center. The state-owned warehouse, managed by LB&B Associates Inc., is located in Raleigh NC. It is responsible for the receipt, storage and distribution of spirituous liquor throughout the state of North Carolina. The warehouse operates under a bailment system in which the ownership of the product remains with the distillery until it is delivered to the local ABC Boards. Orders from the local ABC Boards are imported into Macola’s customer order system which is interfaced to the WMS. The system assures that all of the orders for the “route” are picked and loaded onto company operated trucks.

Acme United implements IVS.Warehousing for US Distribution

Acme United Corporation, one of the largest worldwide suppliers of cutting devices, measuring instruments and safety products for the school, home and office markets has implemented IVS.Warehousing in their distribution facilities in the United States. The WMS is integrated into SYSPRO ERP software, a fully integrated business solution including accounting, manufacturing and distribution. The integration was accomplished utilizing SYSPRO e.net solutions, a component-based framework that provides a standard way of directly accessing the business functionality within the SYSPRO solution while maintaining the software's built-in business rules and security. The WMS is also interfaced with the Kewill Clippership shipping system.

Burt’s Bees Goes Live with IVS.Warehousing

In order to accommodate their ever expanding distribution requirements, Burt’s Bees decided to implement the IVS.WarehousingWMS system. Burt’s Bees is headquartered in Durham, NC and ships products to over nine thousand customers located in the US and beyond. In addition to the natural food stores that have been the bulk of Burt’s Bees distribution channel, the company has expanded it’s reach into retail outlets such as restaurant chain Cracker Barrel, catalogue clothier L.L. Bean and grocer Whole Foods. With a real-time interface to Exact Software's Macola Progression Series and the Kewill Clippership shipping system, the WMS handles all aspects of material tracking and lot traceability.