The C.F. Sauer Company Selects JDA Software To Reduce Overall Transportation Spend

JDA Software Group, Inc. recently announced that The C.F. Sauer Company, a leading manufacturer and distributor of consumer goods and food products, implemented JDA Software's Transportation and Logistics Management suite in less than four months to realize a 7 percent to 10 percent reduction in its overall transportation spend. To meet this strategic business objective, C.F. Sauer leverages JDA Transportation Planning, JDA Carrier and JDA Freight Payment solutions to achieve increased truckload optimization, improved response to changing freight capacity needs and ability to secure preferred carriers, as well as improved invoicing and freight payment practices. "JDA offers a comprehensive suite of transportation software solutions that are unmatched in the industry," said Curtis Baster, Manager of Transportation and Logistics at C.F. Sauer. "Following a thorough evaluation of other software providers, we selected JDA's best-in-class transportation solutions to help us maintain control over freight expenses, enable the verification of freight charges from carriers, monitor carrier performance and compliance, and provide appropriate data for contract negotiation."

Baster added, "It was important for us to work with a provider that understands the transportation needs of companies our size, and JDA really stood apart from the competition in that respect. We tend to take a ‘lean' approach to our operations and implementations, and we also believe strongly in extensive end-user involvement in these types of projects – which is consistent with JDA Software's implementation methodology. JDA worked with us to provide just the right blend of consulting assistance and the right type of consultants. JDA's implementation resources have been outstanding, and we are extremely pleased with the partnership."

C.F. Sauer went live with the JDA solutions at its Richmond, Va., plant on Nov. 12. The solutions will be rolled out to the company's remaining four plants in Greenville, S.C.; Kansas City, Kan.; Sandston, Va.; and San Luis Obispo, Calif.

David Johnston, JDA senior vice president of supply chain, said, "With increasing global operations, rising fuel cost, and focus on carbon footprint reduction, today's businesses must find more cost-effective methods to manage and control their transportation operations. JDA's Transportation and Logistics Management solutions enable companies of all sizes to manage complex transportation movements and create a transportation plan that drives out cost and supports sustainable operations. We are very proud to support C.F. Sauer by providing proven solutions that enable companies to meet their business objectives now and in the future."

About JDA Software Group, Inc.
JDA Software Group, Inc. is focused on helping companies realize real supply chain and revenue management results – fast. JDA Software delivers integrated merchandising as well as supply chain and revenue management planning, execution, and optimization solutions for the consumer-driven supply chain and services industries. Through its industry leading solutions, leading manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and services companies around the world are growing their businesses with greater predictability and more profitably. For more information on JDA Software, visit www.jda.com or contact us at info@jda.com or call +1.800.479.7382.

SOURCE: JDA Software Group, Inc.