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Thanks to LFS Warehouse Management System and integrated LYDIA Voice Picking the brewer optimises its picking operations

Double refreshment for brewing giant Anheuser-Busch InBev Group

At Spaten-Löwenbräu GmbH in Dachau, Germany, high season begins in April and ends with the traditional Oktoberfest in Munich – an absolute sales peak. The only way the beverage wholesaler can manage this highly seasonal business and prepare temporary staff for physically demanding beverage handling every year is if it has a well-placed logistics organization running in the background.

Faced with an increasing volume of orders, Spaten-Löwenbräu decided to automate the processes within its logistics operation. From the outset, the goals of the transformation were clearly defined: more transparency, better stock management and flexible use of seasonal workers.

The brewery giant was able to fix two big challenges at the same time by employing two highly complementary solutions from a single supplier. The first was EPG’s new feature-packed, modular WMS …

Who is ABInBev?

​Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (AB InBev) is the world’s largest brewing company, headquartered in Leuven, Belgium. Formed in 2008 through the merger of InBev and Anheuser-Busch, the company operates in over 50 countries and employs approximately 167,000 people. AB InBev boasts a diverse portfolio of more than 500 beer brands, as well as numerous local and regional beers. In 2016, the company expanded significantly by acquiring SABMiller, further solidifying its position in the global market.

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Key facts at a glance

The results

Challenge

  • Lack of logistics transparency
  • Inefficient stock management and handling
  • Uncertain preparation and use of temporary workers at seasonal peaks

Solution

  • Flexible, customised WMS solution
  • Cutting-edge reporting, data analytics and easy-to-use interface
  • Ergonomic, hands-free, eyes-free voice picking package
  • Multiple languages to suit globally-sourced employees
  • No training required, seasonal workers can start straightaway

Outcome

  • Safer and more refined warehouse processes
  • Internal movement of kegs safer and less strenuous for workers
  • New temporary staff fully productive from Day One
  • Time and cost of staff training slashed to zero
  • Seasonal peaks handled more smoothly and predictably

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