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The Kroger Co uses a computer assisted
replenishment purchase order to create and send to the vendors
via EDI. The purchase order reflects a full case allocation to
the warehouse, while behind the scenes; each full case is
allocated to store locations. The supplier packs and labels the
order and notifies The Kroger Co with an electronic packing
slip, called an ASN, which details the products sent by item.
ASN information feeds directly into a database and matched
against the current purchase order on file in our order
management systems.
The Kroger Co keeps packing information in a
database until the carrier of the product schedules an
appointment for unloading. On the scheduled day, packing
information is transferred into the receiving center’s systems.
The cartons are unloaded onto a conveying system scanning the
UCC-128 bar code and matching the cartons shipped against the
ASN. As cartons continue on the conveying system, the system
pulls the full case allocation defined by the buyer or the
replenishment system, and allocates each full case to a store
location. A UCC-128 store bar code is applied to each case for
routing through the warehouse and scan receiving at each store
location.
This process is a paper-less exchange of
information and goods. The Kroger Co is able to eliminate
non-value-added tasks, have consistent inventory in the supply
chain, eliminate out-of-stock conditions, and increase sell
through by having product available just in time to meet
customer demand. The Vendor can eliminate non-value-added
tasks, have consistent production plans, increase efficiency,
and develop a long-term opportunity for growing sales with The
Kroger Co.
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