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How Campeys Earned AA BRCGS Grade with Clarus

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Campeys deployed a new WMS in under two months.

They achieved top BRC audit grade on their first attempt.

Our platform supports their ambitious growth plans.

Campeys' Navigates New Territory

At the start of 2023, Campeys acquired a new storage and distribution site in Wakefield, with a capacity of 2,500 pallets. The goal was to utilise this site not only as a transport yard but also to achieve BRCGS food accreditation for warehousing and storage. However, Campeys faced several challenges:

Need for Advanced WMS: To efficiently manage the new site and meet BRC standards, Campeys required a robust warehouse management system (WMS).
Quick Onboarding: With an empty warehouse initially, Campeys had a tight deadline to implement the WMS before the influx of pallets.
Remote Management: Given that the Wakefield site operates as a satellite depot from their head office, a WMS that supports remote management was essential.

Clarus WMS Steps In

Clarus WMS was chosen for its cloud-based architecture and user-friendly interface. The innovative solutions provided by Clarus addressed Campeys’ challenges effectively:

Cloud-Based System: Clarus WMS, being cloud-based, allowed for seamless remote management. Campeys could easily log on, check KPIs, generate reports, and monitor day-to-day operations from their head office.
Quick Implementation: The onboarding process with Clarus was remarkably swift. Within two months of the initial conversation, the WMS was fully operational. Tim from Clarus played a crucial role in this rapid deployment, ensuring the system basics were up and running within a day.
Enhanced Traceability: With Clarus, Campeys achieved exceptional traceability. The system allowed for real-time tracking of pallets, providing clients with transparent, live updates on their stock. This feature significantly boosted customer trust and confidence.

Swift and Efficient Onboarding

The onboarding process for Clarus WMS at Campeys’ new Wakefield site was exceptionally swift. Tim from Clarus led the implementation, ensuring that within hours of installation, the system was operational. Key aspects of the implementation included:

Rapid Deployment: Tim and the Clarus team ensured that the WMS basics were up and running within a day. This included setting up locations on the system and training staff on using handsets and the application.
Seamless Integration: The integration of Clarus WMS allowed for real-time tracking and transparency. Staff could scan pallets to specific locations, making the inventory visible on the system immediately.
Efficient Training: Staff training was conducted swiftly, enabling Campeys’ team to manage 350 pallets within the first week of going live.

Achieving New Milestones

The implementation of Clarus WMS yielded impressive outcomes for Campeys:

Rapid Go-Live: Within hours of installation, the system was live, and Campeys began managing 350 pallets within the first week.
BRC Accreditation: In November 2023, Campeys underwent their first-ever BRCGS audit and achieved a grade of AA. The auditors praised the system’s traceability and ease of use, highlighting Clarus’ significant contribution to this success.
Scalability: Clarus WMS proved to be scalable, supporting Campeys’ growth plans. The system has since been integrated into their Selby site and is poised to manage their upcoming purpose-built site, which will initially span 80,000 square feet and potentially expand to 750,000 square feet.

Conclusion

Campeys of Selby highlights the transformative impact of a robust warehouse management system. By addressing key challenges with innovative solutions, Clarus enabled Campeys to achieve significant milestones, including rapid onboarding, enhanced traceability, and prestigious BRC accreditation. As Campeys continues to expand, Clarus WMS remains a vital partner, ensuring scalable and efficient operations.