Client: Appleton Papers is a leading specialty paper manufacturer, producing carbonless, thermal, and specialty-coated papers. Headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, the company operates manufacturing facilities across Wisconsin, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.
Challenge: Appleton Papers faced challenges in effectively tracking orders and optimizing their production processes due to complex manufacturing operations. They required a solution to streamline order fulfillment, maximize yield, and enhance scheduling capabilities.
Solution: SSI developed a custom Order Fulfillment & Trim Optimization system tailored to Appleton’s unique needs. This solution optimized demand fulfillment, yield maximization, and slitter scheduling while addressing specific processing constraints, such as handling dual cores and varying yardages on the same machine. The system was designed to adapt to the operational characteristics of different machines and processes.
Result: The Order Fulfillment & Trim Optimization system empowered Appleton Papers to gain better control over their order tracking and streamline operations. The improved system optimized production processes, leading to enhanced efficiency, more precise demand fulfillment, and overall operational effectiveness.
