German manufacturer, Rittal deployed Xerafy's durable, high-temperature RFID tags in its paint shop operations, in order to track Work-In-Process (WIP) and automate stock tracking, and re-ordering with SAP. Rittal manufactures switch cabinets, air conditioning systems, and server and network cabinets. The lack of Work-In-Process (WIP) visibility into its painting processes led to manual stock checking and sub-optimal employment of its resources.
Material purchases were based on historical estimates, rather than real-time usage and the company lacked information on temporary material stock. The company wanted 100% WIP visibility, along with automated material tracking. Rittal also wanted the ability to generate purchase orders, based on real-time data, while eliminating manual processes associated with stock checking and inventory management.
