Symbol Enterprise Mobility Solution Helps Fraenkel Company Improve Inventory Accuracy by More Than 85 Percent
October 16 2006 - 8:30AM
PR Newswire (US)
Fraenkel Optimizes Operations With Symbol Mobile Computers,
Wireless Infrastructure and VAI Warehouse Management Software
HOLTSVILLE, N.Y., Oct. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Symbol
Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:SBL), The Enterprise Mobility Company(TM),
and Vormittag Associates Inc. (VAI), a Symbol authorized reseller
and leading enterprise solution provider for the manufacturing
industry, today announced that Fraenkel Company, a manufacturer and
distributor of household furniture, has deployed an enterprise
mobility solution that increased inventory accuracy by 85 percent
and streamlined warehouse operations. (Logo:
http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041029/SYMBOLOGO ) Fraenkel
Company is using Symbol rugged MC9000 series mobile computers,
Symbol AP-4131 access points and VAI's S2K Enterprise Edition for
Manufacturing Warehouse Management Software (WMS) to improve its
business operations. Fraenkel's new automated warehouse allows
employees in its facilities in Louisiana, Texas, and Mississippi to
locate specific merchandise immediately, without making customers
wait for information. "We were wasting too much time with manual
inventory processes," said Donna Holten, director of information
technology for Fraenkel Company. "Symbol's enterprise mobility
solution replaced these manual processes, and allowed for greater
employee productivity, improved inventory visibility and enhanced
customer service. These improvements directly and positively impact
our customers' experience as they now have immediate access to
details on product availability." The Symbol mobile computers are
used to scan inventory from manufacturing through shipment --
inventory information and automated updates are provided via the
wireless network to the VAI WMS system, allowing for real-time
information on product availability and location. With the
solution, Fraenkel has also been able to streamline picking and
loading processes through pinpoint location of merchandise. "Symbol
is dedicated to helping customers like Fraenkel Company grow and
increase efficiencies to remain competitive in the global
marketplace," said Kevin Prouty, senior director of Symbol's
manufacturing solutions. "This solution helps Fraenkel manage their
inventory and also helps to provide a noticeable improvement in
customer service." Fraenkel Company required mobile computers that
were rugged enough for their warehouse environment, but also easy
to deploy and operate. With the Symbol MC9000 series rugged mobile
computer, Fraenkel is able to deploy its mobile computers in 10
minutes or less, further contributing to warehouse productivity.
"VAI's warehouse management solution helps manufacturers such as
Fraenkel achieve best-in-class business operations and efficiency,"
said Luke Heaton, project director, VAI. "The gains in productivity
for Fraenkel are significant, and the solution allows them to grow
prudently and profitably while fulfilling market needs." About
Symbol Technologies Symbol Technologies, Inc., The Enterprise
Mobility Company(TM), is a recognized worldwide leader in
enterprise mobility, delivering products and solutions that
capture, move and manage information in real time to and from the
point of business activity. Symbol enterprise mobility solutions
integrate advanced data capture products, radio frequency
identification technology, mobile computing platforms, wireless
infrastructure, mobility software and world-class services
programs. Symbol enterprise mobility products and solutions are
proven to increase workforce productivity, reduce operating costs,
drive operational efficiencies and realize competitive advantages
for the world's leading companies. More information is available at
http://www.symbol.com/. About VAI VAI provides end-to-end,
integrated enterprise solutions for the Wholesale Distribution,
Manufacturing, Retail and Service industries. As a leader in the
small and mid-sized market, VAI offers world class applications,
IBM leading technology, and expert service and experience to
maximize information technology investments. VAI offers a full
suite of integrated applications that can be tailored to meet
specific business requirements. VAI has helped more than 750
companies of all types and sizes change the way they do business,
enhance organizational performance and lower costs. For additional
information, visit http://www.vai.net/. For Symbol Technologies:
For media information: Christine Kearney Alyson Howard Symbol
Technologies, Inc. Edelman for Symbol Technologies 631.738.4722
312.297.7430 For financial information: For industry analyst
information: Lori Chaitman/ Nancy Coco Shirley Schroedl Symbol
Technologies, Inc. Symbol Technologies, Inc. 631.738.5050
631.738.4823 http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041029/SYMBOLOGO
DATASOURCE: Symbol Technologies, Inc. CONTACT: Media: Christine
Kearney of Symbol Technologies, Inc., +1-631-738-4722, ; or Alyson
Howard of Edelman, +1-312-297-7430, , for Symbol Technologies;
Financial information: Lori Chaitman, , or Nancy Coco,
+1-631-738-5050; Industry analyst information: Shirley Schroedl,
+1-631-738-4823, , all of Symbol Technologies, Inc. Web site:
http://www.symbol.com/ http://www.vai.net/
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