1. MAS 500
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2. MAS 500 MAS 500 Accomplishments Upgraded from 7.05 to 7.2 (Q3 - 2009)
DC Warehouse module
RF handheld scanners deployed
Full barcode capabilities
Enhanced e-TimeClock application
Eliminates the use of BOS
Users are allowed to log into only 1-one work order at a time to improve compliance
MAS 500 is no longer on each users PC - users now access MAS from servers at a central location
Moved MAS 500 to a SQL 2005 server 64-Bit environment for faster processing time
MAS 500 Upcoming Projects
Purchase Order data transfer bridge from MAS 500 to CH Robinson – a type of EDI solution (Q1 – 2010)
Data Import Manager – will be used to upload sales orders into MAS 500 (Q4 – 2009)
Serial number enhancement – connects project to sales order and work orders for compliance (Q4 – 2009)
Requisition add on to eliminate the current Excel process (Q2 – 2010)
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3. Warehouse Automation MAS Module - DCWarehouse
Implemented DCWarehouse with the 7.2 upgrade of MAS (Q3 – 2009)
New equipment
RF handheld scanners deployed that allow users to scan barcodes for transactions
Wireless personal printers deployed in the production warehouse to speed barcoding
Additional thermal transfer printers have been added to the Central Warehouse in crucial points including the Spares packing stations
Application features
Fully integrated component of our MAS ERP System – all data is transacted real time
ROI – Saves money with shorter learning curve and avoid costs with maintaining multiple systems
DCWarehouse automates the distribution process
ROI – Saves money with a easier system for end users with little or no computer experience and speeds the process of inventory transactions – Ex: PO receipts from 10 minutes to 15 seconds
Added layer of security with DCWarehouse Security and transaction level security for specific groups
ROI – Saves money by ensuring data consistency as well as ensuring only trusted employees have access to critical information or privileges
DCWarehouse Automation Cycle Counting
ROI – Increase inventory accuracy and keep counts current saving money in inventory costs
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4. Warehouse Automation MAS Module – DCWarehouse Application features
Built in bar code and labeling engine
ROI – No need to purchase a separate label software or bar code engine, eliminates inaccuracy and allows printing from mobile devices directly to wireless personal printers saving user time.
Allows multiple picking methods – Fast Picking, Wave Picking, Zone Picking, Picking to Carts
ROI – Bypass any complex routines, allowing you to quickly pick, pack, and ship any order within seconds! Time and $ savings in labor
MAS 500 – DCWarehouse Upcoming Projects
Packaging Manager (Q4 – 2009)
Integrates with Federal Express, USPS, UPS, etc, “shops” for rates, and eliminates expensive and poorly integrated shipping systems and hardware
Cross docking of Purchase Orders to Sales Orders (Q1 – 2010)
Insures items are reserved for specific sales orders
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