ERIKS launches virtual fulfilment centre tour
A virtual reality tour of ERIKS’ £22 million FCE (Fulfilment Centre of Expertise) is now available to view at https://ow.ly/ge2n50TcwR2. The virtual tour provides an immersive look at the FCE, emphasising what the company sees as the advantages of central stock management in contrast to local stock management, providing insight into optimising logistics and improving efficiency.
In recent years, manufacturers across the UK and Ireland have faced unprecedented supply chain challenges forcing many businesses to reassess their supply chain strategies, with a noticeable shift from ‘Just In Time’ to ‘Just In Case’ approaches. However, ERIKS’ new virtual tour of the FCE demonstrates how it believes centralised stocking offers a more effective solution, eliminating inefficiencies and limitations of traditional local stock models.
A key advantage of the FCE is said to be its precise delivery options with the choice of next-day delivery, including pre-9 AM, pre-10 AM, and pre-12 PM slots. By utilising a courier service, ERIKS guarantees that customers receive their order when they need it. This level of service is not achievable with traditional service centre van deliveries, which are limited by the number of vehicles available and geographical area.
“The belief that local stock availability is essential is largely a myth,” said Sally Hill of ERIKS UK & Ireland. “Local stocks often represent 1-2% of the inventory we hold at our FCE, which can be clearly seen via the virtual tour. When local stock runs out, companies are left scrambling to find what they need. This disrupts operations and compromises traceability and quality control. In contrast, our centralised model ensures quick access to over 250,000 products, all managed with the highest standards of quality.”
With the ability to dispatch 50,000 items an hour and provide next-day delivery on a quarter of a million products, ERIKS says it is setting a new standard for responsiveness and reliability in the industry.
