To stay competitive in the lighting industry, efficient sourcing and procurement play an essential role. Current Lighting, a leading provider of commercial and industrial lighting solutions, wanted to enhance its procurement processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Adopting MESH Works’ RFQ (Request for Quotation) tool marked a significant milestone in their operational transformation.
About Current Lighting:
Current Lighting addresses the various needs of commercial and industrial sectors for indoor and outdoor fixtures, emergency lighting and controls, energy-efficient designs, and advanced systems.
Challenges Faced by Current Lighting:
Before implementing the MESH RFQ tool, Current Lighting faced a range of challenges in its procurement processes:
1. Complex and Time-Consuming RFQ Processes: The manual handling of RFQs is very tedious and time-consuming and, as a result, will cause inevitable delays and mistakes.
2. Data Accuracy Issues: Maintaining the quality of procurement sourcing data for the stakeholders was complicated and inefficient regarding decision-making and day-to-day management activities.
3. Resource Allocation: The existing procurement process required a significant workforce, diverting resources from strategic initiatives.
Implementation of MESH RFQ Tool:
Seeking a solution, Current Lighting turned to MESH Works’ RFQ tool, known for its user-friendly interface and cost-effectiveness. The implementation process was easy, with solid support from the MESH support team, who ensured the process was done efficiently.
Impact on Procurement Processes:
The adoption of the MESH RFQ tool led to significant improvements:
● Enhanced Efficiency: The streamlined RFQ process reduced the time required for procurement processes, allowing the team to focus on strategic tasks.
● Improved Data Accuracy: Automation helped minimize data collection errors and ensured reliable data for making better decisions.
● Cost Savings: The cost-effectiveness of the MESH RFQ Tool and its operational efficiencies were significant.
What stands out most about MESH is the user-friendly interface, which makes it accessible for team members of all levels. The tool simplifies the RFQ process, saving us time and ensuring accuracy in our data. MESH has become an indispensable tool for Current Lighting, enhancing efficiency, reducing costs and providing exceptional support!"
Quantifying the Benefits:
| Metric | Before MESH | After MESH | Improvement |
| Time per RFQ Process | 120 minutes | 10 – 20 minutes | 75% reduction |
| Data Entry Error Rate | 5% | <1% | 80% reduction |
| Resources Allocated to Procurement | 4 team members | 1 – 2 team members | 50% reduction |
Outstanding Support and Continuous Improvement:
The MESH support team has significantly contributed to making Current Lighting’s journey hassle-free, addressing challenges quickly and promptly, and effectively providing solutions. Added to the MESH approach to developing tools by integrating customer feedback, this tool continues to change and improve, becoming a staple in the current operations of Current Lighting.
Conclusion:
Integrating MESH Works’ RFQ tool has transformed Current Lighting, increasing efficiency, accuracy, and cost savings in their procurement processes. MESH’s user-friendly interface, exceptional support, and commitment to continuous improvement make it a valuable tool for companies looking to optimize their sourcing and procurement operations.
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