Ottawa, Ont. and
Portland, Oregon;
May, 2015 - Pelyco Systems, the leading provider of web-based,
collaborative supply chain/logistics visibility and spreadsheet
management solutions, today announced that
ESCO Corporation, an independent developer and manufacturer of
highly engineered wear parts and replacement products
used in mining, infrastructure, oil & gas, and industrial
applications, has implemented Pelyco’s Smart Forecast and SIOP
solutions. These solutions
will
support the ESCO Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP)
process, and provide ESCO with time-phased, projections for supply,
demand, inventory, and the resulting financials.
ESCO manages a highly complex combination of production foundries,
distribution centers, products and customers.
They are market leader in Ground Engaging Tools that are
designed and manufactured in owned foundries.
Products are made in foundries located all over the world and
serve global markets primarily in mining, construction and dredging.
Products are sold through a combination of direct to
customer, distributors and owned ‘stores’ located at large mining or
construction sites.
Products are distributed through owned regional distribution centers
located in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia.
Within ESCO there
are four primary areas of functional focus to support the SIOP
process: Demand Planning, Inventory Optimization, Supply Planning
and S&OP. The Pelyco’s
solution set delivers critical capabilities to build the core demand
plan, inventory plan and multi-level supply plan.
The Pelyco Forecast and SIOP planning capabilities has
provided key information to ESCO for making operational decisions
and executing strategies that are implemented in near term and
future operational plans. Pelyco
delivered a robust solution set that met all the SIOP requirements
of ESCO within a four month timeframe.
Pelyco’s Forecasting and SIOP capabilities include the ability for
ESCO to generate forecasts and plans at multiple levels for
different products, do comparisons, and make adjustments to ensure
all business function plans are aligned and in support of their
business plan.
Pelyco Systems is the leading provider of Collaboration Visibility
Solutions powered by SmartSpreadSheet™ for
the Enterprise for supply chain intensive companies.
Pelyco helps companies solve complex supply chain visibility;
planning and operational problems and
help companies
of all sizes become more responsive to changes, and
overcome the challenges of managing complex global supply chains.
Steve Morris, Vice President of Global Supply Chain, ESCO Corporation said, “We are extremely pleased with the Pelyco Forecast and SIOP planning solutions, and the benefits are impressive. The improved forecast accuracy and comprehensive SIOP program gives ESCO more agility and provides us with effective operational and strategic supply chain planning and management.” “Pelyco has been an exceptional solution partner and we are very happy with the results.” Steve said.
Stephanie Joy, VP Marketing for Pelyco Systems, said, “We are delighted to deliver a comprehensive set of control tower management capabilities and planning solutions to support the ESCO SIOP process. We understand that changing market dynamics and sourcing lead times are continually driving the importance of SIOP. Creating the proper alignment and balance between demand and supply requires a clear, focused process, supported by robust collaborative and planning tools. Pelyco’s SIOP solutions will enhance ESCO’s process and help them manage sales, marketing and operations in a thorough and efficient manner.”
About ESCO Corporation
Headquartered in Portland, Oregon,
ESCO Corporation is a
leading independent designer, manufacturer and provider of highly
engineered wear parts and replacement products used in mining,
infrastructure, oil & gas, and industrial applications. The company
operates in 28 countries on six continents, including an expansive
network of 27 manufacturing facilities and more than 50 sales and
distribution offices.
About Pelyco Systems
Pelyco Systems delivers
collaborative supply chain/logistics visibility and spreadsheet
management solutions that help companies improve business process
efficiencies and streamline operations that directly result in cost
reductions and improved cash flow.
Established in 1993, Pelyco
develops and supports leading edge, web-based supply chain/logistics
visibility solutions for manufacturers and their supply chains.
Pelyco is a privately held company headquartered in Foster City,
California. For more information on the company and its products and
services, visit Pelyco on the web at
http://www.pelyco.com.
Stephanie Joy
Pelyco Systems
Tel: (650) 349-4851
stephanie.joy@pelyco.com
