Catalyst XPS

Catalyst XPS, a cross-carrier packing and shipping system, is a comprehensive, powerful and easy to use solution that simplifies all aspects of packing and shipping. It seamlessly integrates with SAP as well as leading third party parcel carriers systems to deliver complete visibility and control over all aspects of order fulfillment from the warehouse to the customer.

XPS has been designed to increase the efficiency of the distribution process for SAP customers shipping large volumes of goods to retail outlets and end users. XPS is fully developed in the native SAP program language and provides an easy to manage, centralized view of all packing and shipping processes, across multiple distribution centers and multiple carriers.

As goods arrive in packing areas, XPS provides a series of clear and intuitive graphical screens that allows distribution managers to fully customize the packing process. From these screens, operators can facilitate the handling of products into the right packages and containers using a comprehensive range of pre-configured options. The system also generates detailed bar code labels covering specific customer requests and key information required by shipping companies.

Packages for dispatch are scanned with a bar code reader and this automatically updates XPS to ensure the availability of instant and accurate information. This information does not need to be re-entered into the carriers' own systems, removing the potential for errors through unnecessary data entry.

Complete Integration

XPS includes full integration with many of the leading distribution companies' parcel carrier systems, including Fedex, UPS, DHL and the US Postal Service, with integration to additional carriers being developed. It consolidates information on packages being distributed by one or more of these companies onto a single screen, allowing total visibility of all orders. This visibility allows companies to provide better customer service by enabling instant access to accurate information on delivery status and schedules.

Benefits

  • Simplification of the Packing and Shipping process
  • Integration of all orders across multiple carriers
  • Complete visibility of delivery status across multiple carriers
  • Greater efficiency and accuracy
  • Complete integration with SAP modules