Consumables

Antalis easystock transforms inventory management

Monday 21. October 2024 - Karl Hunter, Managing Director of HFE Signs, Burton Upon Trent, explains how easystock from Antalis has revolutionised inventory management for his business: easystock eliminates human error, and we end up only paying for what we have used.

Antalis’ easystock is a cutting-edge service designed to optimise inventory management and automate orders for frequently used products for sign makers and commercial printers. This fully integrated service streamlines inventory management, enhances cost efficiency, saves time, improves product availability, and boosts customer satisfaction.
We have total trust in the automated system, knowing that all deliveries will be managed by Antalis’ superb logistics system.”
How easystock Transforms Inventory Management
Antalis’ easystock automates the management of high-turnover items, typically those ordered at least twice a month. It focuses on critical products essential to businesses and their customers, ensuring seamless service with no stock delays. Ideal for managing 10 to 30 items, easystock encompasses all Antalis products, including papers, envelopes, packaging materials, visual communication supplies and films.
Key Features and Benefits:
Daily Inventory Analysis: The application scrutinises inventory levels daily and schedules restocking the moment an item’s stock reaches a predefined minimum.
Automatic Restocking: Once triggered, restocking replenishes items to their maximum levels, eliminating wait times, errors, and manual intervention.
Reduced Inventory: Easystock significantly reduces inventory, freeing up resources.
Support and Flexibility with easystock Advisors
While easystock is fully automated, it offers manual override options for flexibility in handling specific demands and unforeseen situations. Antalis’ dedicated easystock advisors are available to provide guidance and ensure the service is tailored to meet specific needs.
Seamless Integration and Operation
Antalis’ easystock service integrates seamlessly into business operations, allowing inventory management through a web account specifically configured for each company, accessible via mobile devices. Customers can work with Antalis to define a list of frequently needed products and set minimum and maximum inventory levels.
Simple and Efficient Process
On-Site Inventory: The inventory is stored at customer sites but remains the property of Antalis.
Consumption Declaration: Declare consumed inventory with a single click.
Instant Updates: Inventory levels are instantly updated and accessible online.
Pay-as-You-Use: Customers only pay for products when they consume them.
Automated Restocking: Antalis takes care of restocking.
Dedicated Support: easystock advisors provide support via phone or email as needed.
In conclusion, Karl explains that “easystock has eliminated stock issues and given us much more flexibility, even with sizeable jobs. It automates repetitive order flows and optimises inventory levels, allowing us to save valuable time and focus on other production tasks. In my experience, there are no disadvantages with the easystock service, and it’s a win-win all the way!”