Distribution Management
Labor Scheduling Optimization
Labor Scheduling Optimization: The first labor scheduling solution designed for the complex needs of distribution centers
Traditional labor scheduling can be an overwhelming task with literally millions of variables impacting the process. Consider just 100 workers, two shifts, 20 job functions—and the list goes on and on. Factor in customer demand that changes constantly, requiring production needs to adjust hourly, daily and weekly and the numbers begin to stack up—more than 80 million variables for the average distribution center!
If you're using a pencil and paper method, or stuffing large amounts of data into an Excel spreadsheet, the process can be mind-numbing; not to mention highly inefficient and inaccurate. Manhattan Associates helps you automate workforce scheduling and forecasting so you're not simply measuring productivity but rather optimizing employee schedules to ensure the most efficient use of labor resources.
Manhattan Associates' Labor Scheduling Optimization is an intuitive solution that uses advanced optimization technology to adeptly match employee skill sets to meet specific workload forecasts during the labor scheduling process. How can the ability to staff based on order demand optimize your operations? You gain a significant strategic advantage as your organization moves from simply scheduling labor to leveraging it—adding tremendous value and lowering costs.
Built by distribution experts to yield tangible results
Labor Scheduling Optimization was developed by Manhattan supply chain experts using real distribution center test cases. Optimized to meet the unique requirements of distribution centers, Manhattan's solution provides a crystal ball advantage that produces tangible results. With Labor Scheduling Optimization you can:
- Leverage advanced technology to automate manual methods and increase labor management scheduling efficiency
- Balance customer demand with workforce requirements, allowing you to trim labor costs by approximately 6 to 9%—a substantial operating expense reduction
- Match employee skill sets, seniority and operational needs with workload demand
- Increase throughput, enhance service levels and improve customer satisfaction
The complex needs of distribution centers change constantly and economic pressures mount daily. Meet these challenges head on by maximizing employee skill sets and increasing profitability with Labor Scheduling Optimization.
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