Case Study: Beacon achieves integrated, exception-based supply chain planning with Bluecrux and Anaplan

Beacon improves forecast accuracy and targets 1% gross margin lift with Bluecrux

Beacon, a premier North American distributor of roofing and building materials, faced challenges with high workloads from inefficient planning processes and a lack of standardized tooling for central orchestration. Their goal was to maintain high customer service levels while reducing inventory. To address this, they partnered with Bluecrux to implement the Anaplan platform.

Bluecrux implemented Anaplan to create an integrated platform connecting demand, inventory, and supply planning. The solution established an exception-based planning process, optimized safety stock and truck loads, and leveraged weather data for more accurate forecasts. This resulted in a significant workload reduction, improved visibility and forecast accuracy, and an estimated financial impact including a 4 to 5x cost turn and a 1% gross margin improvement.

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