ABB Concise Implements Visibility System

ABB Concise implemented Upp's IRMS software in the second of three warehouse operations to advance productivity, increase effficiency and provide real-time inventory management.

Since integrating IRMS into its process, ABB Concise reported increased output in its inventory management practice. IRMS’ stock rotation, lot control and FEFO order allocation helped ABB Concise ensure accurate fulfillment and elimination of aged stock. The FDA 21 CFR Part 11 validated transaction trail provides the comprehensive, “who did what, when and where” to keep detailed traceability required with the high-volume, high velocity pace of the ABB Concise operations.

ABB Concise Optical Group LLC is one of the nation's leading distributors of optical products, including contact lenses, ophthalmic lenses, frames, sunglasses, accessories and contact lens solutions. The company was formed through a merger of ABB Optical and Concise Contact Lens Company. ABB Concise provides convenient one-source ordering for a broad selection of products, and invests in the latest technology including 21st century warehouse automation, while maintaining the largest inventory of soft lenses in the industry.

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