Case Study: Barloworld Energy Products achieves 97% service levels and 33% inventory reduction with Mi9 Retail

Mi9 Retail Helps Barloworld Equipment Energy Increase Service Levels to 97%

Barloworld Energy Products, part of the Barloworld Energy group, is an exclusive regional distributor of brands like Perkins and Massey Ferguson with a large dealer network supporting engines and agricultural equipment. The company needed to reduce excess inventory and improve stock turns while better forecasting mixed demand patterns (fast, slow and seasonal items) and meeting a commitment to 24-hour delivery.

By implementing Mi9 Retail Demand Forecasting and Inventory Planning, Barloworld automated daily replenishment, prioritized critical spares and applied tailored policies for different demand types. Results included a 33% reduction in inventory investment, service levels rising to 97% on fast-moving lines (90% on slow movers), order cycle time cut from two weeks to one day, guaranteed 24-hour delivery on emergency parts, 12-month supplier projections, and an ROI within one year.

Barloworld

Paul Deppe

Chief Executive Officer