What brought you to AGR?
PanzerGlass® is a leading provider of screen protection and mobile accessories, known for its commitment to quality and innovation. With a rapidly expanding product portfolio and global market presence, the company faced increasing complexity in its supply chain operations.
Rapid Growth and Complexity
Over the past four years, PanzerGlass® experienced significant growth, expanding its workforce and increasing the number of SKUs. This growth introduced challenges in managing a diverse product range across multiple markets and distribution centers
Transitioning IT Infrastructure
The company was in the process of upgrading from an on-premise NAV solution to Business Central (BC) Public Cloud. This transition prompted a reevaluation of their planning and forecasting tools.
Inefficient Forecasting Methods
Relying heavily on spreadsheets and manual processes, PanzerGlass® found it challenging to make objective, data-driven decisions. This approach was not sustainable given the company’s growth trajectory.
The results
The implementation of AGR’s inventory management system brought several significant benefits:
- Enhanced Forecasting
AGR enabled PanzerGlass® to transition from manual, spreadsheet-based forecasting to a more accurate, data-driven approach. This shift improved the company’s ability to manage its extensive product portfolio effectively.AgriInventory
- Improved Inventory Management
With AGR, PanzerGlass® achieved a better balance between maintaining high service levels and avoiding overstocking. The software’s capabilities allowed for more precise inventory control, reducing waste and improving efficiency.
- Streamlined New Product Intros
The company aimed to be ready with new items much earlier than before, reducing reliance on air freight and lowering emissions. AGR’s planning tools facilitated this by providing better visibility into lead times and demand forecasting.
- PanzerGlass
- Kristian Flindt, Planning & Forecasting Manager
Working with AGR
PanzerGlass® selected AGR’s inventory optimization and order management software to address these challenges. The decision was influenced by recommendations from industry peers and the software’s robust features, such as connected items and customer planning
The implementation was swift, with the company going live within weeks of initial contact.
“It was not a very expensive thing to test out as we could basically get started within a few hours or a few weeks from when we first reach out to when we first had data in AGR.”
— Kristian
The complexity increased with the need to balance inventory across multiple channels, including retail stores, e-commerce platforms, and B2B operations. The lack of a streamlined system often resulted in inefficiencies, impacting customer satisfaction and operational costs.
Need for AGR
By partnering with AGR, PanzerGlass® successfully navigated the complexities of rapid growth, IT infrastructure transition, and supply chain management. The implementation of AGR’s software resulted in more accurate forecasting, improved inventory management, and a more sustainable approach to product distribution.
As PanzerGlass® continues to expand its global presence, the company is well-positioned to meet future challenges with confidence, backed by robust planning and forecasting tools.
