Case Study: a leading U.S.-based auto-parts manufacturer improves demand planning and inventory management with GEP

Leading U.S.-based Auto-parts Manufacturer reduces order cycle time and saves 12,000 labor hours a year with GEP

The customer, a leading U.S.-based auto-parts manufacturer, faced significant challenges when a pandemic-driven surge in demand for recreational vehicle components overwhelmed its processes. Inefficient order management led to delays, missed orders, and backorders. The company partnered with supply chain expert GEP to overhaul its demand planning and inventory management.

GEP implemented a solution to transform the client's order, inventory, and demand planning processes. This enhanced supply chain planning and forecasting capabilities, leading to a significant reduction in order cycle time. The results included annual labor savings of up to 12,000 hours and an estimated return on investment of 275%.