Distribution center Van Dijk Groothandel chooses for efficiency with Warpspeed
Van Dijk Groothandel’s new distribution center had to quickly anticipate changes in work within its logistics processes. The resulted in an investment in Warpspeed Warehouse Management System, a highly flexible WMS system.
Van Dijk Groothandel is located in Kampen. They value service highly. The company distributes various food and non-food items like confectionery, beverages, frozen foods, and snacks to wholesalers, SMEs, and sports clubs.
Van Dijk Groothandel is also the supplier of its own coffee brand Campenaer Koffie. In 2017, the company moved to a new distribution center where corporate social responsibility is central to the operation. People with a distance to the labor market are offered a chance to work here. The new distribution center was also built energy neutral.
Working more efficiently with Warpspeed WMS software for Van Dijk Groothandel
Since the opening of its new distribution center, Van Dijk Groothandel has taken Warehouse Management System Warpspeed into use. Previously working with multiple small warehouses, making products easy to find, and keeping track of THT dates, WMS software was not necessary before for this reason.
“Van Dijk Groothandel wilt haar processen efficiënter blijven maken, om zo nog efficiënter te kunnen werken”
Nick Stam, Warehouse Manager at Van Dijk Groothandel
Because of the new warehouse, we decided to use a WMS system to increase efficiency within the distribution center. Warehouse management system Warpspeed proved to be the most effective solution for Van Dijk Groothandel. Within Warpspeed WMS, employees have instant insight into where pallets are stored and what the best-before date is on these items, without having to look for it.
Business processes Van Dijk set up as desired with flexible WMS
WMS software Warpspeed offers Van Dijk Groothandel the flexibility it needs within its distribution center. The software is perceived as user-friendly, with the consultant also being able to customize business processes as desired in Warpspeed WMS’ “logistics visio”. Because of the flexibility, Van Dijk Groothandel can quickly respond to changes in the market and customer demands.
“Great company! We run entirely on Warpspeed; we are very satisfied with this and are looking ahead with optimizers to work on further optimizing warehouse processes in 2018. Working directly with consultants on site is especially pleasant!”
Nick Stam, Warehouse Manager at Van Dijk Groothandel
