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One of the world’s leading manufacturers of wood-based materials, Swiss Krono has production plants in 8 countries and supplies customers in more than 120 countries. Running 24x7 operations.
30% Reduction In wait time for delivery drivers 50% Fewer Staff Needed to direct drivers to the correct gate 1,000 Truck Deliveries Managed each day
Headquarters Switzerland
Products Wood-based materials manufacturer
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Featured Partner Flexus AG
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Business Challenges • Making sure that site capacities are not exceeded is crucial. Unplanned, early, or late deliveries result in longer waiting times for other trucks and can cause traffic jams on public roads. • Manual workflows made detailed planning and liaison with suppliers complex and labor intensive. In addition, managing on-site registration and safety training for truck drivers from across Europe could be time-consuming. • To streamline its deliveries, Swiss Krono wanted to digitalize planning processes. It also wanted to collaborate with suppliers online to fine-tune delivery schedules. Business Outcomes • More accurately and efficiently plan truck arrivals and departures, reducing traffic congestion on the roads near its factories as well as CO2 emissions. • Drivers can complete documentation, enter data, and upload photos in advance of traveling to Swiss Krono’s production plants, reducing wait time and significantly improving the driver experience. • Automated assignment of time slots and unloading ramps helps ensure that deliveries run smoothly. Ability to predict staffing based on the expected workload for each day or shift helps the company optimize on-site staffing to avoid backlogs.
“By sharing digital information with our suppliers in real time using SAP technology, we’ve been able to improve the efficiency of delivery operations while improving driver experiences and reducing carbon emissions.” Rene Giese Global Business Architect for Logistics Swiss Krono Group AG
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