Test insight template 2

Inventory management is a cornerstone of modern supply chain optimization. By enabling real-time tracking, accurate stock level measurement, instant data updates, and actionable insights into stockouts and slow-moving products, efficient warehousing plays a pivotal role in maintaining a balanced inventory and mitigating associated risks. Recognizing the need to enhance supply chain efficiency, this client – a leading manufacturer of PVC pipe in the booming Indian market – sought a solution in third-party logistics (3PL) warehousing. With an ambitious target of managing 150 full truckload movements daily, a robust, real-time integration between the company’s ERP system and the 3PL warehouse management system (WMS) was imperative. Integrating SAP S/4HANA with a 3PL warehouse system The client had integrated S/4HANA as its core ERP system. The primary challenge was to establish a seamless, real-time data flow between S/4HANA and the 3PL warehouse operations system to support visibility across the supply chain and ensure operational efficiency. Secondary challenges included system integration, real-time data synchronization, data volume management, data integrity, performance optimization and error handling and recovery.