Helped Vestis to Integrate Manhattan WMOS with AS/RS from Bastian Solutions
Increased Bath & Body Works Pick Efficiency using VCO Light-Directed Solutions
Problem Statement
Vestis faced challenges with their distribution center management due to reliance on a 30-year-old legacy system. This outdated system resulted in labor-intensive processes, excessive paperwork, and a high incidence of human error. The identified pain points include:
Inventory Management
Out of Sync
Data Security
No Support Security Patches
Printing
Emblem Printing outside DC
DC Management
Labor Intensive & Excessive Paper Work
Storage & Retrieval
Conventional Methods & Equipments
Accuracy
Human Error matching Uniform & Emblem
Scalability
Not Possible
Non Compatibility
Difficult Integrations
Performance
Not Efficient & Productive
VCO’s Approach
VCO Systems helped Vestis with their Manhattan WMOS integration with Automated Storage and Retrieval System (AS/RS) from Bastian Solutions in 3 phases:
Phase 1 – WMOS Manual Picking Implementation
Phase 2 – Automated Picking throught AS/RS Integration
Phase 3 – WCS Implementation to divert products to VAS Stations and Shipping Docks
Results
- Increased Workforce Productivity with Minimal Labor Involvement
- Reduction of Printed Paper
- Automated Emblem Matching, Picking and Putaway with Increased Accuracy
- Ruled out most Errors of Manual Sorting and Picking
- Excellent Inventory Accuracy
- Increased Volume in terms of Storage & Flow Capacity
Why Choose Us?
VCO Systems brings extensive experience in innovating supply chain processes, including the integration of complex Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems from various vendors. This integration enhances warehouse efficiency and prepares it for future challenges, enabling flexible handling of clients’ evolving processes. As a partner of Manhattan Associates, we also bring in-depth WMS expertise and Supply Chain best practices to ensure client’s success.