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QlikView Customer Snapshot
Technology Category
- Analytics & Modeling - Real Time Analytics
Applicable Functions
- Discrete Manufacturing
- Sales & Marketing
Use Cases
- Manufacturing System Automation
- Supply Chain Visibility
The Challenge
Larson Manufacturing, the largest supplier of storm doors and windows in the US, was facing several challenges. The company was struggling to obtain timely access to accurate information. The limited time for analyzing and correlating data was another significant challenge. Furthermore, there was a lack of executive visibility into the company's operations and performance. These challenges were hindering the company's ability to make informed decisions and optimize its operations.
About The Customer
Larson Manufacturing is the largest supplier of storm doors and windows in the United States. The company is based in South Dakota and operates multiple manufacturing and distribution centers. Larson Manufacturing sells its products via a rich partner network as well as online channels. The company operates in the manufacturing industry and has a significant presence in the market.
The Solution
To address these challenges, Larson Manufacturing deployed QlikView across the organization's supply chain enterprise. QlikView is a business intelligence tool that provides self-service data visualization, reporting, and analytics capabilities. The company now has more than 70 production QlikView applications, including business-critical discovery applications in sales and marketing, manufacturing, distribution, finance, HR, and procurement. These applications enable the company to analyze and correlate data effectively, providing timely and accurate information for decision-making.
Operational Impact
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