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SAF replenishment software optimally utilizes transport
capacities
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SAF will present new functionalities of its software SAF SuperStore and SAF SuperWarehouse at the EuroCIS trade fair in Düsseldorf
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Subtitle: SAF will present new functionalities of its software SAF SuperStore and SAF SuperWarehouse at the EuroCIS trade fair in Düsseldorf
Tägerwilen, March 1, 2010. SAF AG, which is listed in the Prime Standard of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (ISIN CH0024848738), and is one of the world´s leading suppliers of automated forecasting and ordering systems for retailers, will present expanded functionalities of its core products SAF SuperStore and SAF SuperWarehouse at the EuroCIS trade fair (March 2-4, 2010) in Düsseldorf. While using automated ordering processes with SAF engines, retailers benefit primarily from the improved forecasting quality and the optimized truck capacity utilization (Truck Optimization Function).
The new function Truck Optimization of the SAF SuperWarehouse ordering software helps retailers to optimally utilize their transport capacities and to ensure efficient truck capacity utilization. Half-empty truck shipments are avoided, and truck loading is optimized in line with truck operating ranges thus reducing transport costs. The new software function considers many order restrictions that play an important role in optimal truck loading such as truck volume, logistical units and stackability of products.
In addition, with the help of SAF DC-Link, warehouse demand is reconciled with store orders and integrated into the order calculation. In doing so, the software considers not only warehouse demand but also the forecasted demand of all stores. Influencing factors (for example, sales promotions, seasonal effects etc.) are considered at warehouse as well as at store level to ensure high order quality. That helps retailers to improve product availability while optimizing inventory and service levels in the warehouse at the same time.
SAF Engines forecasting quality has also been further enhanced in Release 5.1.0. The SAF solutions have always stood out for their outstanding forecasting quality as they automatically consider several influencing factors such as seasonality, trends, calendar events and promotions. With the help of the new function "Extrapolation of Trend", SAF SuperWarehouse and SAF SuperStore consider the effect of sales-influencing factors such as advertising and calendar events on increasing and declining sales of items. For instance, new store openings simultaneously trigger a higher number of product shipments from the warehouse.
The newly integrated alert function SAF Exception called "Forecast Correction" enables users to more quickly recognize the impact of a forecast correction on the existing demand. If, for example, the retail company´s headquarters decides to modify an order forecast centrally, the SAF alert function informs order writers in the stores about such modifications. That way, users can better understand why the system automatically modified the order. This minimizes unnecessary manual interventions in the ordering process.
SAF will demonstrate how retail companies can make their replenishment process more efficient and improve their competitive position at the same time at the EuroCIS - Europe's leading specialized exhibition for information technology and security in the retail business - trade fair in Hall 14, Booth D29 in Düsseldorf from March 2-4, 2010.
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About SAF AG SAF Simulation, Analysis and Forecasting AG specializes in the development of automated ordering and forecasting software for retailers and industrial manufacturers. SAF deploys the demand chain management approach, which controls replenishment planning based on consumer demand patterns. SAF software assists users to realize substantial cost savings and optimizes general logistics conditions through its simulation capabilities. As a result, significant competitive advantages are achieved along the entire value chain: lower inventories, improved product availability, and last, but not least, a higher level of customer satisfaction.
SAF AG was established in 1996 by Dr. Andreas von Beringe and Prof. Dr. Gerhard Arminger. SAF shares are listed at the official market (Prime Standard) at the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (FWB). SAP AG is major shareholder with approx. 70 percent. Today, the company employs approx. 100 people. Consolidated sales revenues for fiscal year 2008, were approx. 13.4 million EUR with consolidated profit of 2.1 million EUR according to IFRS statements. SAF´s products are distributed in many European countries as well as in the United States. The company is headquartered in Tägerwilen, Switzerland. SAF also has a subsidiary in the United States: SAF Simulation, Analysis and Forecasting U.S.A., Inc., Grapevine, Texas and in Slovakia, Bratislava: SAF Simulation, Analysis and Forecasting Slovakia s.r.o. with the focus on Nearshore-Development.
Forward Looking Statements and Estimates This information contains forward looking statements based on assumptions and estimates of SAF's Management Board. Although we assume the expectations in these forward looking statements are realistic, we cannot guarantee they will prove to be correct. The assumptions may harbor risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual figures to differ considerably from the forward looking statements. Factors that may cause such discrepancies include, among other things, risks that are mentioned in the annual report 2008. SAF does not plan to update the forward looking statements, nor does it assume the obligation to do so.
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Further inquiry note:
Astrid Strömer
+41 (0)71 666 79 48
astrid.stroemer@saf-ag.com
Branche: Software
ISIN: CH0024848738
WKN: A0JD78
Index: Prime All Share, Technology All Share
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