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Optimizing Putaway for High-Value Spare Parts

Electronics Manufacturing Success Story

Client Background

A leading electronics manufacturer handled thousands of high-value spare parts that required precise handling, secure placement, and rapid retrieval. The company needed a system that ensured zero errors, real-time visibility, and quick dispatch whenever a spare part was requested.

Challenge

The manufacturer received bulk shipments of expensive spare parts from the factory. These items required proper inspection and accurate storage. Manual putaway processes resulted in:

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Slow Operations

Manual putaway processes were time-consuming

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Misplacement Risk

Higher chances of placing items in wrong locations

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Inaccurate Stock Levels

Difficulty in maintaining accurate inventory data

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Poor Visibility

Lack of real-time tracking for high-value items

SEAM WMS Solution

Intelligent putaway process with system-guided optimal bin location suggestions

Barcode-enabled tracking for every item and bin location

Mobile application for scanning articles and assigned locations

Real-time inventory updates ensuring correct item-to-bin mapping

Inspection workflow integrated into the putaway process

Results Achieved

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24×7 Real-Time Visibility

Complete visibility of high-value spare parts inventory at all times

Faster Identification & Dispatch

Rapid location and dispatch upon client request

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Zero Misplacements

System-driven putaway guidance eliminated placement errors

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Improved Operational Efficiency

Mobile-enabled workflows streamlined warehouse operations

Client Outcome Summary

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Visibility
24×7 Real-Time
Accuracy
Zero Errors
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Dispatch Speed
Significantly Faster
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Efficiency
Greatly Improved

Conclusion

SEAM WMS enabled the electronics manufacturer to achieve structured storage, seamless traceability, and rapid fulfillment of spare-part requests. With accurate, real-time inventory data, the warehouse operations became significantly more efficient and reliable.