Success Story - "MRO"

Company Description

$900 Million Specialty Print Operation

Company Situation

and Problem Growing inventory; spend fractured between 20-25 suppliers; significant shipping costs, especially for overnight delivery; substantial ‘crisis’ buys at premium cost; 75% of orders faxed; no reporting; negligible account management.

Paladin Actions & Recommendations

Evaluated current spend and suppliers; worked with key stakeholders to generate buy-in; introduced solution partner; facilitated contract process; assisted with implementation and follow up

Client Results

• 30+% savings
• Free next day delivery
• Enhanced bin/restocking strategy
• Buffer stock held at local store
• Online order capability
• Local and national account management
• Reporting