Case Study: Global Fast Moving Consumer Goods Company achieves supply chain transformation with Aera Technology

Global fast moving consumer goods company chooses Aera Decision Cloud™ to drive supply chain transformation

A global fast-moving consumer goods company, a leader in the tobacco industry, faced the challenge of transforming its supply chain to support a strategic shift from traditional cigarettes to innovative smoke-free products. This required a more agile, cost-effective operation to handle increased complexity while maintaining high service levels. Their outdated, manual processes for demand anticipation were slow and led to excess and obsolete inventory. The company partnered with Aera Technology to address this need.

By implementing the Aera Decision Cloud, specifically its Excess and Obsolete Skill, the company automated its supply chain processes. Aera Technology's solution delivered real-time recommendations and automated mundane tasks, freeing planners for strategic work. The results included faster risk identification, a comprehensive weekly portfolio review, complete inventory visibility to eliminate lost stock, and a move towards touchless operations. This successful implementation reduced operating costs and provided the flexibility needed for the company's transformation, leading to an expansion of Aera's footprint within their business.