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Dexterity for Sage 200

Dexterity for Sage 200 from Barcode-IT is a real-time, barcode driven, stock control solution for users of Sage 200 & MMS Software. Based on mobile wireless technology and barcode identification of products, this fully integrated solution is aimed at companies in both the distribution, logistics and manufacturing sectors who have a requirement to manage inventory and warehouse operations more efficiently.

The mobile warehouse system has a real-time interface with Sage. This means that all the transactions are validated on-line and stock records are updated live, as transactions are done in the warehouse. This eliminates errors at the point of scan, e.g. receiving PO’s, locating product, picking SO’s and shipping. The system is completely seamless with no need to upload/download information to and from the mobile terminals.

WiFi (wireless network technology) is becoming the standard for today's warehouse and shop floor procedures. The mobile wifi terminals can be mounted on forklift trucks for pallet movement with mobile handheld units for on-foot transactions such as goods receiving, stocktaking, etc. The Wifi terminals are used in the warehouse by the operatives to automate the inventory transactions and procedures.

The system incorporates barcode label printers to identify products throughout the operation. Mobile wireless printers or barcode label printers, which are connected to the system over the LAN, are used to cater for on the move applications like goods receiving labels, picking tickets, shipping labels etc. Despatch documentation and delivery notes can be automatically produced and printed based on scanned product against orders and shipments.

Dexterity - the perfect partner for Sage 200

Goods Receiving
Dexterity provides for the receipt of products into the warehouse using mobile terminals. The receiving process automates and validates the receipt of goods against a purchase order. Goods receiving is in real-time, ensuring that product is accounted for as soon as it has been booked-in. Product barcode labels can be produced at goods receiving for items, cartons or pallets. These can then be used to scan subsequent transactions in the warehouse.

Order Picking
The picking function validates picking of items against a sales/pick order. As items are picked they are verified as to quantity, location, and the validity of item number making picking errors a thing of the past. The order pickers using the mobile terminals are guided through the picking process by location and are provided with instructions on the terminal about the item and quantity to be picked. Validation is the key to minimising picking errors and accurate inventory. Each step of the pick is validated by scanning a barcode for location and item.

Putaway

Putaway is the action of putting product away into stock locations, e.g. racking, slots, bins, floor areas, etc. The putaway function in Dexterity WMS is configurable and generally rules-driven. For example:

• Open Putaway allows the user to put any SKU in any location.
• Prime Locations direct the user to specific locations defined by SKU.
• Zoning directs the user to locate SKU in a specific zone

Mobile Putaway

Using mobile scanning terminals means that all putaway activity is recorded in real-time and verified, as the operator will scan the location barcode on the rack or bin, etc.

Location Management

Location management is a strong feature of Dexterity. Locations can be in racking, bins, receiving, despatch or marshalling bays in the warehouse. Locations are given a reference which is used to track and manage the location of inventory items. All locations are typically barcoded to allow simple scanning using the mobile terminal.

Stocktaking

Dexterity makes stocktaking easy. The mobile terminals are used to scan the locations and items to allow on-line real time stock checks. Accurate inventory records means that many companies can move away from traditional monthly stocktaking and introduce perpetual inventory checks through cycle counting. This vastly reduces stocktaking time with massive savings in time, labour and unaccounted for stock.

Stock Movements

Stock movements within the warehouse are completely automated using Dexterity. Simply scan the product out of its existing location into its new location using the mobile terminals. Stock is immediately reported in its new location in Sage 200.

Shipping and despatch

After the orders have been picked they are ready for shipping. From the despatch bay the picked order can be confirmed as shipped using the mobile terminals. Dexterity can automate the printing of barcode labels, shipping and pallet labels and advise/dispatch notes and manifests.

Benefits of Dexterity for Sage 200

Dexterity is designed to automate the processes in today’s busy warehouses and distribution centres, working with Sage 200. Accurate, real time inventory data and communication provides everyone with the necessary information to make informed decisions. The system is interactive and can control workflow throughout your operation.

Goods Receiving/Putaway is a strong feature of Dexterity. Receiving and putaway functions are recorded and validated by the Sage 200, which means the goods are always put in the correct location in the Dexterity warehouse.

• Goods are immediately available in Sage
• Goods not ordered or incorrect deliveries can be immediately identified
• Accurate data capture and computer directed putaway means the goods are always put in the correct location in the warehouse
• Reduces stock out occurrence
• Immediate inventory status update

Inventory Records can be kept up to the minute using an automated system, which provides accurate inventory records and allows companies to relax or remove traditional stock taking methods. This is a major saving in time and labour.

• Improves the accuracy of inventory records
• Reduction in inventory and related costs
• Reduction in order picking errors
• Customer orders are assembled and shipped more accurately and quickly
• Perpetual inventory becomes standard practice

The paperless workplace has always been a vision that has never really been realised. Dexterity Warehouse makes this philosophy a reality.

• Reduced paperwork
• Accurate, real time documentation
• Improved efficiency of staff
• Reduction in clerical costs

Sales and Marketing operations can also benefit from accurate real time information. For fast moving environments, sales people with access to accurate current inventory levels can make better-informed decisions when committing to customer delivery schedules.

• Improve customer service
• Improve on time deliveries
• Improve confidence in delivery promises
• Reduce errors in deliveries
• Reduce customer complaints

For more information on Dexterity Warehouse Management for Sage 200, please contact Jim Southern on 01200 441977.