JUNE - 2023LOGISTICSTRANSPORTATIONREVIEW8 OPINIONIN MYThe basis of all our work. In summary, this is how we understand the Supply Chain methodology. It encompasses all activities, businesses and services we provide to our customers.For more than 80 years in the parts and equipment solutions market, Sotreq is one of the most successful cases of companies that were born to operate in various sectors, with emphasis on the markets of construction, mining, energy, oil, gas and maritime, forestry and agribusiness. With 100% Brazilian capital, it started its operation through the representation of the CAT brand in Brazil, based on a partnership with Caterpillar. Today, its range of solutions covers several other global partners such as Trimble, Rajant, Ponsse, Resemin, Michelin, Agco, among others.We invested in the implementation of an ERP (SAP) in 2016. And, in 2020, to manage the largest stock we have, we implemented a tool developed by CAT that treats each demand curve with the most appropriate algorithms in each situation.To better serve our customers and being aware of the challenges that are imposed daily to serve them, Sotreq has made strong investments in its logistics structure and infrastructure over the last few years. We invested in Management Systems, such as WMS (Warehouse Management System) and TMS (Transportation Management System). As well as automated storage solutions (VLMs - Vertical Lift Modules), in partnership with SSI Schafer. The last one brought important gains in the face of the challenges of increasing our availability for By Renato Ferrari, Corporate Parts Logistics Head, SotreqSOTREQ STRIVING PARTS LOGISTICS EXCELLENCE TO SERVE CUSTOMERS
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