The gift of savings - E&B Giftware - Company Operations

Communications News, Oct, 1999

E&B Giftware of Mt. Vernon, N.Y., reports 25% cost savings in the two years since implementation of a RADIO BEACON radio frequency (RF) warehouse management system.

Jonathan Sacks, spokesperson for the distributor of men's and women's gift products to major retailers, reported two consecutive years of savings. "This product gave us a competitive edge, allowing increased shipping volume during the pre-Christmas rush. We now ship 32% of our total volume in October, a figure that surpasses most of our competition," remarks Sacks. E&B Giftware ships to many of America's largest retailers, including Target, JCPenney, Wal-Mart (private label), Federated Office Depot, OfficeMax, Staples, and Kmart. Shipping requirements include break pack, full pack, store door, distribution center (DC), and cross-dock. Compliance labeling is a critical factor in E&B Giftware's successful service of these accounts. According to Jonathan Sacks, "We wanted a single system for all of our shipping needs, with flawless compliance labeling. RADIO BEACON delivered."

Dale Jeffries, president of Data Technology Software Integration Ltd. (DTSIL), the manufacturers of RADIO BEACON, notes, "Our software accommodates all warehousing needs of those distributing to the retail marketplace, delivering compliance labels and optimizing the pick-packship routine. Its paper-free operation virtually eliminates errors and enhances productivity."

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