Just-In-Time deliveries of consumables to customers do not work
May 9, 2023
Innovative solution unveiled to eliminate wastage and enhance efficiency in toner deliveries.
ISN-Partners are set to make a major impact at The Recycler Live event in Barcelona with the unveiling of a game-changing solution that could save an astounding 2200 tons of plastic and toner in the European market. This revolutionary solution offers unparalleled cost savings while also reducing the need for transportation of 1.5 million packages annually.
According to Jan De Kesel, a Director at ISN-Partners, “In the managed print environment (MPS), algorithms play a critical role in Just in Time delivery (JIT) by analysing usage patterns and data to forecast demand accurately. This helps MPS companies determine (almost) precisely when they need to supply new cartridges.”
But… however accurate your MPS system is, cartridges are not being exchanged when empty. Most users will exchange them when the new toner arrives. That early exchange is the result of how one of the advantages of MPS has been explained, isn’t it?
JIT deliveries don’t only typically result in toner wastage. They also are the reason for additional express shipments when the JIT system was “just too late”
The solution is “Just-In-Time-Replacement” (JIT-R as we call it) instead of “Just-In-Time-Delivery”.
JIT-R is a crucial module that functions as an intermediary between the toner trigger from the DCA (data collection agent) and the user who requires toner. This module, integrated into the 2clixz communication tool, manages all the toner-related activities post-shipment. From toner arrival to automatic registration for the reseller, internal distribution at the customer site, registration of toner replacement, collection of empty toners, and reporting of faulty supplies – JIT-R handles it all.
The process is managed through an intuitive app and user interface that is accessible to both the customer’s employees and the reseller. Therefore, JIT-R streamlines the entire toner management process, making it efficient and hassle-free for all parties involved.
Now that toner is “always there” and the last bit of toner can be used, the shipping advantages are huge, we calculated 1.5 million packages reduction per year for Europe. For the rest, this works like a page-saving tool or a follow-me solution that brings the toner directly to the user when asked for. Minimal input for maximal gains. And, financially, the system allows to keep any toner on the balance sheet of the Reseller.
The good news is that there is no need to break the bank to make the change. It pays for itself because of the savings in toner and transport. On top of this, you will be able to position yourself and your resellers as being environmentally responsible.
If our Reman industry can add a “closed loop” system to the solution, the empties collection can also receive a boost, adding less expensive raw materials to the re-use approach, something the European Commission will appreciate when launching their new directives.
Are you an MPS provider, IT Reseller or selling direct to Corporates?
We will explain the advantages for all levels, helping you to sell more and expand margins.
Quantifiable ESG benefits, while reducing costs will also sound like the correct approach for big corporates.
You can find out more at 2clixz or ISN-Partners or meet Jan De Kesel at The Recycler Live – Barcelona on 15-16 June 2023.
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