Likelihood to Recommend Blue Yonder (formerly JDA Software Group)
The size and scope of the operation is the main question. In a smaller environment, or one that does not require a complex Warehouse Management Solution (WMS), RedPrairie may not be a good fit.
Read full review Appian is well suited for optimization of routes and contrary to what Appian claims, it is not well suited for scheduling.
Read full review Pros Blue Yonder (formerly JDA Software Group)
Cycle counting--great feature for inventory accuracy. System directed put-away--system directs driver where to store and put materials away, keeps a warehouse in tip-top shape. CNZ-Count near Zero, actually set at count at zero, when a bayrow emtys out, prompts fork driver to verify that the bayrow is actually empty by doing a cycle count....great for inventory accuracy! Read full review Appian is excellent for use in both the analysis arena and ongoing operations support. The speed to solution and quality of solution is at the top of the market. The configurability of the system gives the user the flexibility to address almost any route problem imaginable. Analysts have the ability to recreate the "world" to fit their customer's needs rather than forcing the customer into a predetermined framework. The installation of the software is flexible and can be structured to fit any work group's format, from a centralized core to a distributed mobile analysis team. Read full review Cons Blue Yonder (formerly JDA Software Group)
Their implementation team was unable to provide examples where they successfully executed large scale multi site global deployments. May require strong client team or 3rd party implementation firm to ensure successful deployment and results. As of 3 years ago, their parcel shipping module was very new and unproven in marketplace. As of 3 years ago, Red Prairie had limited offering in modules that complement the WMS such as trading partner management and distributed order management. If you truly just need warehouse management capabilities this might not matter. For us, this meant we would need to involve more solution providers or internal development to address supply chain initiatives. Read full review Transit times are sometimes inaccurate/inconsistent. Software can slow down as a route file undergoes many changes. Large quantity of input files can sometimes create confusion/inconsistency when route files are shared by multiple users. Read full review Likelihood to Renew Blue Yonder (formerly JDA Software Group)
Again, the product was good. Customer service was OK at best. For any new installations or upgrades, I would seek a third party servicer/installer who would be more flexible in contract negotiations and provide service guarantees beyond what could expected with RedPrairie itself. If you choose to deal with RedPrairie directly, prepare for a lengthy negotiation process.
Read full review Many issues with the system and I will probably recommend other type of software if the question arises. Because of the investment my company has made, I will use the system for now.
Read full review Usability Blue Yonder (formerly JDA Software Group)
I found RedPraire to be the best system I have used of the years.
Read full review Alternatives Considered Blue Yonder (formerly JDA Software Group)
RedPrarie seems to have been better than Aloha. I will say that I used Aloha a very long time ago and it is probably light years ahead now. Aloha seemed to be a little more flexible in what you could do. The major downfall was you had a system that needed to be connected to the POS network directly on site that would be used only for reporting. This would require you to have another PC for computing needs. Like I said before, this is probably something that has changed in the newer world of Aloha.
Read full review Appian was best suited for an analysis environment both functionally and from a cost structure standpoint. Other packages are targeting ongoing operations and their cost structures reflect that goal. The purely analytical environment can underestimated in these situations. There is definitely a need for non operation specific analysis tools in the marketplace.
Read full review Return on Investment Blue Yonder (formerly JDA Software Group)
Warehousing errors were reduced by almost 12% with Blue Yonder Luminate Logistics. Order processing was done at more than 7% of the average TAT with the use of this service. End-user & ops team had higher productivity by almost 15% after integrating the service in day-to-day activities. Read full review Improved service to customers by being more aware of ETA's and how they relate to each store's receiving hours. Reduced transportation costs in dynamic environment where routes are optimized daily using Direct Route. Better customer service to field by generating e-mail notifications for following day's ETA's, along with notifications when trips are behind schedule. Read full review ScreenShots