SPOT

SPOT is a supply chain management software developed by SPOTworx GmbH. According to the vendor, it is designed to digitize and automate logistical business processes, providing solutions for purchase order management, transport management, time slot management, eWarehouse, parcel management, and reporting & analytics. SPOT is said to cater to companies of all sizes, from small businesses to large enterprises, and is widely used in industries such as automotive, wholesale, retail, electronics, and clothing.

Purchase Order Management: According to the vendor, SPOT aims to streamline the procurement process with automated workflows and system-driven reminders, with the goal of ensuring orders are produced, dispatched, and delivered on time and in full.

Transport Management: The vendor claims that SPOT offers end-to-end visibility across all carriers and provides optimization of transport routes to potentially reduce costs. It also reportedly allows for the automatic transmission of orders to parcel service providers and real-time shipment tracking.

Time Slot Management: SPOT is said to increase efficiency in planning warehouse activities by providing system-driven time slot allocation. The vendor states that it simplifies scheduling by allowing users to select preferred pick-up dates and times.

eWarehouse: According to the vendor, SPOT enables real-time operation of all warehouse locations and offers optimization of stock management through the setting of minimum inventory levels and reorder points. It also claims to provide visibility of stock in different warehouses and logistics service providers' warehouses.

Parcel: SPOT is said to enable connectivity with all CEP providers on one platform, allowing for price and lead time comparisons. The vendor claims that it facilitates the generation of carrier-compliant labels and provides parcel shipment tracking with notifications about delays and deviations.

Reporting & Analytics: According to the vendor, SPOT provides access to essential data online at any time and offers the generation of standard reports for an overview of procurement logistics, transport, and warehousing data. It is also claimed to allow for the creation of customized reports by dragging and dropping information from different data sources.