HighJump Software, a 3M company, the global leader in providing highly adaptable, best-of-breed supply chain execution (SCE) solutions, today announced that ADP Investor Communication Services, a division of Automatic Data Processing's (ADP) Brokerage Services Group, has achieved significant productivity gains since going live with Supplier Advantage, a supplier execution enablement solution offered by HighJump Software.
ADP, the world's largest processor of shareholder communications, distributes more than 800 million documents to investors worldwide each year. ADP implemented HighJump's solution to empower its supplier base with real-time visibility into inventory levels and labeling requirements. Since going live, ADP has increased overall facility throughput by increasing the speed of receiving for its complex, high-volume operations.
Supplier Advantage provides ADP with measurable cost reductions by improving the efficiency of inbound goods management and enhancing overall supplier relationships throughout the entire supply chain. With Supplier Advantage, ADP's suppliers can manage and track orders through a secure Internet portal. The system releases orders to ADP's suppliers via the portal. Each supplier then acknowledges receipt of the order and prints shipping labels specific to that order. The result is a decrease in receiving time, which has substantially benefited both ADP and its suppliers.
Supplier Advantage integrates seamlessly with ADP's existing HighJump applications for warehouse management and management visibility to help ensure the flow of accurate, timely data. This reduces unexpected delays and the costs associated with expedited shipments.
"With Supplier Advantage and the ability to share real-time information, we have been able to build stronger partnerships with our suppliers," said Cliff Heney, senior director of material and logistics for ADP Investor Communication Services. "HighJump's highly flexible solution set has made many processes, especially receiving, more efficient for everyone involved. This has improved our suppliers' ability to do business, as well as our own."
"ADP and its suppliers now can collaborate easily to speed critical processes," said Chris Heim, president, HighJump Software. "Supplier Advantage brings suppliers of all sizes into direct communication with their customers. This information sharing streamlines overall supply chain operations and significantly reduces costs."
About ADP
As the premier provider of transaction services to the financial industry, ADP has the capacity and technological expertise to assist its clients in differentiating themselves in the marketplace. ADP brings to financial intermediaries advanced, integrated systems for securities processing, desktop productivity and investor communication services, all focused on providing solutions for straight through processing and world-class service.
With more than $7 billion in annual revenues and approximately 500,000 clients, ADP is one of the largest independent computing services firms in the world. For more information about ADP Brokerage Services Group, please visit www.bsg.adp.com. For other ADP services and investor information, please visit www.adp.com.
About HighJump Software, a 3M Company
HighJump Software, a 3M company, is the global leader in providing highly adaptable, best-of-breed supply chain execution solutions that streamline manufacturing and distribution from the point of source through consumption. HighJump's tightly integrated solutions empower operational excellence in the warehouse and optimize the flow of inventory throughout the supply chain by facilitating collaboration with customers, suppliers and trading partners. These comprehensive solutions combine robust, standard functionality, a best practices-based implementation methodology, and a uniquely adaptable architecture that facilitates fast, cost-effective system modifications. The result: the industry's lowest total cost of ownership for more than 700 satisfied customers worldwide. As part of the 3M family, HighJump leads the industry in financial strength and delivers on an unmatched commitment to innovation and quality. HighJump leverages these advantages to continually expand its solution footprint and empower operational excellence for domestic and multinational customers. For more information about HighJump, visit www.highjump.com.
About 3M -- A Global, Diversified Technology Company
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