Case Study: Aston Martin achieves 18% inventory reduction and 97.1% FTA service levels with ToolsGroup Brookes

Aston Martin - Customer Case Study

Aston Martin, the luxury sports car manufacturer, faced a new challenge as its international customer base grew. The company's board mandated a 2% increase in first time availability (FTA) service levels without allowing any increase in inventory, while also demanding FTA parity across all its vehicle categories. To meet these new goals, Aston Martin turned to its vendor, Brookes Supply Chain Solutions, to enhance its existing SO99+ supply chain optimization service.

Brookes Supply Chain Solutions implemented an advanced machine learning engine within the SO99+ system. This technology autonomously identified eight new categories of buyer behavior, leading to a more accurate forecast. The automated system then tuned safety stock levels daily for 80,000 SKUs. The results were impressive: within two months, Aston Martin achieved an 18% reduction in inventory value while exceeding its service target with an FTA of 97.1%. The solution from Brookes Supply Chain Solutions also boosted team morale and confidence in the planning system.

Aston Martin

Nick Wilson

Senior Inventory Planner