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To obtain a copy of the whitepapers, please email Info(info@aspiresolns.com) with the subject line Whitepaper: "Name of specific whitepaper or case study".


"The Pillars of Success"
Organizations have learned that it is difficult to improve "what you cannot or do not measure"

This whitepaper discusses how to develop metrics that truly evaluate the organization's performance in key areas including techniques for using metrics for root cause and trend analysis as well as proactive management.  The whitepaper includes examples of key metrics, the proper reporting of those metrics, and the implementation of a balanced scorecard for a well rounded perspective.

"RFID Case Study"

RFID is one of the hot topics for most supply chains because of the Wal-Mart and DOD mandates.  Many companies are moving toward compliance without truly understanding its advantages/disadvantages.  This case study explains the path taken by a large Wal-Mart vendor and some of the lessons learned during its implementation.

"WMS Vendor Selection"

When people make a decision to purchase a home, they evaluate not simply the home itself, but a host of factors like the neigborhood, school system, and property taxes and select the best overall fit for their situation. When selecting a Warehouse Management System (WMS), many organizations make the mistake of only evaluating a few factors like functionality and prior installations.  This whitepaper explains the many components that should be evaluated before selecting a WMS to ensure the organization gets a system that is the best overall fit for their situation.

"Stock Vulnerability"

For organizations that support critical infrastucture or processes, the events of 9/11 forced these organizations to re-evaluate the way inventory vulnerability is viewed and addressed.  The case study explains the challenges faced by a large federal agency, and the innovative inventory management principles that were applied to make the project financially feasible while still minimizing stock vulnerability.