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McKechnie Aluminium – A Better Alternative To Stock Management
McKechnie Aluminium, New Plymouth – case study
‘Engineers can quickly and easily get what they need and start using it.’
We talk with Dave Wilson, purchasing manager at McKechnie Aluminium on why he thinks QuickStock is a better alternative to stock management for them…
Tell us a bit about McKechnie Aluminium….
We’re all about innovation in transforming aluminium. We pioneered the aluminium extrusion process in New Zealand, and since then have continually adopted advances in the technology and manufacturing processes. This commitment to leadership, allied to advances in metallurgy, has seen our products continue to enhance our reputation for excellence across every function. With our culture of advanced thinking and design innovations, when it comes to transforming aluminium, we can create almost anything.
What led you to try QUICKSTOCK?
We had a good working relationship with Euromarc. A relationship based on mutual respect and understanding. A suggestion was made by the team at Euromarc that we”d look at this, and it just made good sense.
How did the solution benefit your business?
Having worked as a rep in the retail industry years ago, I had no idea of the importance of stock holding and the fact that the suppliers were often in the best position to manage your stock. They have nothing to gain by overstocking me, and everything to gain from looking after me properly. I figured it was a no risk option we needed to explore.
Were there any hurdles with getting used to QUICKSTOCK?
There were really no hurdles in getting used to using the QuickStock system. My guys were delighted that they didn”t have to come chase me, they just had to go to the cupboard to get what they needed, and they could go back to work. It”s relieved stress on me, and it”s increased productivity on the floor.
How would you say QUICKSTOCK has improved your business?
Having the stock on hand has definitely sped things up, and the ability to roll it out to other items, which can sometimes be hit and miss when needed urgently is great. Items like countersinks and various sized drills.
What would you say to other engineering companies looking for an inventory management solution?
I would recommend it to other engineering companies reluctantly on the basis that it makes them more competitive as well, but there”s no reason not to take this on board.
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