Clients

We have been privileged to work with clients from a diverse range of industries with a wide range of challenges to tackle. These companies range in size from the one-warehouse operation to the international corporation with a multi-site, multi-tier distribution network.

Regardless of the scope and range of each project, the Accugistics team gives each client equal consideration, the highest standards of service, and full dedication to the client's goals.

We are proud of the fact that 90% of our business has been the result of satisfied clients who have chosen to engage us for additional projects or recommended us to other companies.

Following is a representative list. Click on a client's name to view a brief description of the project.
"At the time, we were doing 12,000 units per day. The goal was to develop a DC that could handle 100,000 units per day in a two-shift operation during peak times. We have achieved that—the original goal has been achieved and met... This was a success story for our company."
Lloyd Wallsten, Vice President, Distribution
Converse Inc.

"We've been able to do in 6 months what it took us 3 years to do before."
Mitchell Wilen, President
Theatrical Distribution Services

"(Accugistics) was very responsive. (They have) made suggestions that are practical and implementable. In different ways, they've already added value, and I expect them to add even more value... We've reduced headcount, by 10%—which translates into improved productivity—and helped us make improvements in lines per hour. In our next phase of operational improvements, we expect to further improve productivity in lines-per-hour."
Jim Illson, Executive Vice President, Finance and Operations
Bell Micro Products

"(Accugistics) advised us in three areas—Operations, Materials, and Freight. Their recommendations should yield potentially large savings."
Dick Stephens, Vice President, Operations
Belkin Corporation
  
 
Other Clients: Areo Inc., C & D Visionary, Fairm & Swanson, Flannery Company, Home Depot Supply, John Hinde USA, Microsemi Corp., Protocol Marketing, Rockview Farms, Sante Fe Tobacco, Ultra Pro
Project Descriptions
  • Beamscope
    $450-million distributor of video games. Completed a facility redesign; improved operational processes; recruited Vice President of Operations. Gave buyer training. Identified inventory management improvements.
  • Converse
    $400-million shoe distributor. Designed 2 distribution facilities. Project managed implementation of PkMS warehouse management system and facility build-outs. Moved facility from Charlotte, NC, to Ontario, CA. Reduced labor from 87 people to 55 people while increasing throughput from 20,000 units/day to 55,000 units/day. Third-party logistics provider selection.
  • WineShoppers.com
    Internet startup. Designed a mechanized facility for 20,000 units/day. Selected and implemented ProVia warehouse management system. Distribution strategy. Managed entire operations startup project. Recruited Director of Operations. Facility and installation was done on time and on budget.

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  • Wine.com
    Internet startup. Implemented PkMS warehouse management system. Improved operational processes and redesigned facility. Increased throughput from 6,000 units/day to 13,000 units/day. Assisted with the merger integration into WineShopper.com.
  • I Search
    Internet resume-processing service. Improved processes allowing processing of 175,000 resumes/week. Improved labor utilization by 20%. Recruited Vice President of Operations.
  • Trimark Sportswear
    $200-million clothing distributor. Developed distribution strategy and distribution network. Provided interim general manager for a division.

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  • Skechers
    $750-million shoe distributor. Developed processes that improved throughput from 65,000 units/day to 135,000 units/day with same staffing levels. Made numerous changes to PkMS warehouse management system. Improved inventory accuracy from 64% to 97%.
  • DISC
    $100-million distributor of computer accessories. Selected third-party warehouse provider. Reduced labor by 30%. Buyer training and inventory management improvements.
  • Return.com
    Internet startup. Acted as interim CEO, raised capital, responsible for overall strategy.

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  • MyReturns.com
    Internet startup. Assisted in developing overall strategy and operational processes.
  • Catalyst
    Software developer of warehouse management systems. Helped specify warehouse management system requirements for retail customers.
  • Big 5 Sporting Goods
    Designed new 1,100,000 square-foot facility. Assisted in PkMS implementation.

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  • Theatrical Distribution Services
    Distributor of movie trailers and posters to theaters. Recruited operations personnel; redesigned facility layout.
  • Hardware.com
    Internet startup. Developed distribution strategy; selected third-party providers.
  • MicroAge
    $3-billion IT distributor. Operations process improvement and inventory management.
  • CHS Electronics
    $1-billion IT distributor. Performed merger due diligence. Distribution network strategy.

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  • Kayman
    $25-million clothing distributor. Designed and moved facility in Denver, CO. Distribution network analysis.
  • Interactive Healthcare
    $100-million health products importer. Redesigned facility. Recruited Director of Operations.
  • Belkin
    $450-million computer accessory distributor. Provided operational analysis that identified over $10,000,000 in cost savings. Benchmarked inventory management and operational departments.
  • Bell Micro
    IT products distributor. Provided operational process improvement assessment and provided recommendations; performed distribution network strategy review; performed merger due diligence; improved shipping accuracy; implemented productivity standards; helped specify warehouse management
    system requirements; and helped in the system vendor-selection process.

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  • Applica
    Home appliance distributor. Provided project management for the complete integration of a newly acquired company.
  • Insight
    Computer products retailer. Provided facility layout and design assessment, and improvement recommendations to reduce operational capital cost.
  • Global Motorsports Group
    Motorsports parts distributor. Provided operational process improvement assistance and facility layout recommendations.
  • Football Fanatics
    Internet football memorabilia distributor. Provided facility layout improvement recommendations; helped specify warehouse management system requirements; and helped in the system vendor selection process.

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  • Q4 Logistics
    Warehouse management system implementer. Helped specify WMS requirements and operational processes.
  • Isabella Fiore
    Ladies handbag distributor. Provided operational process improvement assistance and facility-layout recommendations.
  • Onvia
    Technology distributor. Provided operational services by helping them analyze and set up their distribution strategy.

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  • Haggar Clothing
    Performed an operational assessment of Haggar’s distribution operation that resulted in cost savings of nearly $1,000,000.

  • Infinity Associates
    Performed due diligence for potential acquisitions. Companies included Levi, Pony International, Haggar and Converse

  • US Bearing
    Performed an analysis of a multi warehouse, high sku operation that resulted in a change to centralized distribution center that supplied local distribution centers. Result was a significant reduction in inventory, higher fill rate and improved customer delivery

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  • Pony International
    Complete start-up of a new company when the Pony brand of footwear was spun off as a separate company. Selected and implemented an ERP system. Selected a contract warehouse provider and moved all existing operations. Entire process was completed in 75 days.
     
  • GSI Commerce
    Company was expanding their business into the European market and we managed the selection process of a 3rd party service provider in both the logistics area and customer service

  • J Wray & Nephew
    The number one manufacturer and distributor of Rum and other products in Jamaica. We performed an operational assessment of the distribution operation that resulted in recommended savings well of $500,000.
     
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  • PC Mall / AF Services
    Performed an operational assessment of their distribution center that resulted in recommended savings well over $250,000.
     
  • Bell Micro Latin America
    Performed an operational assessment as well as managed the initial stages of a warehouse move project. Based on our recommendations they decided to reconsider the warehouse move and instead decided to move their administrative functions as well as their warehouse functions into a single building
     
  • Lascelles
    Distributor of many different products in Jamaica including Appleton Estate Rum. We performed an operational assessment that resulted in recommended savings of well over $500,000. We also evaluated their WMS system and made recommendations for system changes.

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