Scheduling software is nothing new. It has been streamlining work for companies for years. It is however, the integrated scheduling approach that is new, called Distribution Master Scheduling. It can integrate all scheduling and make decisions from labor scheduling to transport scheduling.

The DMS software is so complete it overcomes the complexities of management: 1) handling the many different data sources including future and current orders in the execution system; 2) managing the multiple and often conflicting issues from a limited number of dock doors to warehouse opening times; 3) managing time needed to perform the actions required to get the jobs done; 4) managing the different silos in the project, the people and departments that control everything required from what gets produced to the labor needed.

Distribution Master Scheduling software needs to contain optimization technology to deal with this complexity while minimizing cost and meeting customers requirements for on time, in-full shipments.

Procter & Gamble, a client of Transportation | Warehouse Optimization realized the substantial benefits of Distribution Master Scheduling software. P&G announced a $3mm/annum savings at just one site. P&G asked Transportation | Warehouse Optimization to work with them to develop scheduling software called AutoScheduler. This software drives distribution decisions and tells the WMS what to do and when to do it. But it does so much more. Customer service, a key factor for P&G, also improved as trucks contained everything that was ordered, and left on time.

One other benefit is the ability to react to everyday changes and the just-in-time environment we live in today. Large ERP systems typically work in daily time buckets. Thus, the ability to deploy product just-in time is beyond their capabilities. When things change, like a scheduled line does not run or a delivery is delayed, re-planning is required and this becomes a manual nightmare. Distribution Master Scheduling software overcomes these issues.

The Hallmark of the best Distribution Master Scheduling software application is in dealing with cascading dependent events. For example, to load a customer shipment, it is necessary to pick the product first, receive it before that, etc., etc. Managing around constraints like: 1-labor availability on product shortages; 2-understanding product age so product that is in danger of expiring gets shipped prior to newer materials; 3-interfacing with many systems.

This software program is not just for the large companies. Small to mid-sized operators can greatly benefit from the information and management this distribution software offers. Efficient management and cost savings can benefit any size company.

When you consider a transportation consultant, Transportation | Warehouse Optimization have been working with some of the top companies in America, finding practical solutions that have resulted in saving millions of dollars. They take a long-term view and keep the client as top priority. Contact them at www.TransportationOptimization.com for transportation cost reductions or solutions to warehouse challenges.