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Farrall’s Group: Revolutionising Palletised Goods Management

We are proud to announce our new partnership with Farrall’s Group, a third-generation family business with nearly 70 years of experience in the logistics industry. Farrall’s Group, known for its award-winning customer service, has chosen Clarus WMS to enhance its warehouse operations, particularly in managing palletised goods. This collaboration is set to transform Farrall’s warehousing capabilities, providing them with the tools needed to continue delivering exceptional service while optimising their operational efficiency.

Getting to Know Farrall’s Group

Farrall’s Group is a respected name in the UK logistics sector, with a rich history dating back nearly 70 years. Farrall’s Group is a third-generation family business with a strong reputation for reliability, customer-centric service, and operational excellence. With a modern fleet of over 70 vehicles, they provide reliable 24/7 nationwide delivery, handling both part and full loads with precision and care.

As a key pallet distribution partner of Palletforce, Farrall’s Group offers flexible, scalable, and cost-efficient express pallet delivery solutions to both UK and international destinations. Their extensive logistics network and commitment to quality make them a trusted partner for businesses across various industries.

In addition to their transport services, Farrall’s Group operates over 140,000 sq ft of BRC AA+ Accredited warehousing facilities. These state-of-the-art warehouses are equipped to handle a wide range of products, including food-grade and retail goods. Their facilities offer both racked and bulk storage options, supported by a world-class, tier-one warehouse management system that ensures full end-to-end traceability. With locations in Deeside, Chester, and Telford, Farrall’s Group provides strategic access to major motorway networks and ports, reducing transportation costs and improving service efficiency.

Their BRC AA+ Accreditation, awarded in November 2023 during an unannounced audit, reflects their commitment to maintaining the highest quality and safety standards in their warehousing operations. This accreditation allows them to handle food-grade products and other sensitive goods, offering peace of mind to their clients.

Why Farrall’s Group Chose Clarus WMS

As Farrall’s Group continued to expand its warehousing operations, it faced unique challenges in managing palletised goods. The need for a warehouse management system (WMS) that could efficiently handle various aspects of pallet management became increasingly evident. Most traditional WMS solutions struggle with complex pallet management tasks such as mixed pallets, pallet consolidation, and pallet splitting—all critical to Farrall’s operations.

After a thorough evaluation, Farrall’s Group selected our WMS for its robust capabilities in optimising pallet management. Our system provides the flexibility and precision needed to manage pallets effectively, ensuring that Farrall’s can continue delivering high customer satisfaction levels while maximising operational efficiency.

Key features of our WMS that appealed to Farrall’s Group include:

Mixed Pallets: Our WMS allows for customising pallets to meet specific customer orders, maximising pallet space, reducing shipments, and cutting transportation costs.
Pallet Consolidation: Farrall’s Group can save on transportation costs and enhance goods safety by consolidating smaller shipments into single pallets. This not only improves efficiency but also frees up much-needed warehouse space.
Pallet Splitting: The system enables Farrall’s to quickly break down oversized pallets into smaller units for specific orders, simplifying handling and improving precision in inventory control and tracking at the pallet level.

Our WMS optimises pallet management by using barcodes for real-time tracking, algorithm-based storage allocation, and seamless integration with warehouse equipment. This results in streamlined handling and storage of palletised goods, allowing Farrall’s Group to operate more efficiently and effectively.

“We needed a WMS that could handle the complexities of pallet management, and Clarus WMS provided exactly what we were looking for,” said Matthew Farrall, Managing Director at Farrall’s Group. “The system’s capabilities in managing mixed pallets, pallet consolidation, and pallet splitting have transformed our operations, enabling us to offer even better service to our customers while improving our internal efficiency.”

A Partnership Focused on Innovation and Growth

The partnership between Farrall’s Group and us is already yielding positive results, with the initial implementation of our WMS bringing noticeable improvements in warehouse operations. By optimising the management of palletised goods, Farrall’s Group can now handle a broader range of products more efficiently, reduce operational costs, and continue to provide the high level of service their customers expect.

“We are excited to partner with Farrall’s Group, a company with a long-standing reputation for excellence in logistics,” said Glen Wilkinson of Clarus WMS. “Our WMS is designed to meet the specific challenges of modern warehousing, particularly in the management of palletised goods. We are confident that our collaboration will drive significant value for Farrall’s Group, enhancing their operational capabilities and supporting their continued growth.”

As the partnership between Farrall’s Group and us continues to develop, both companies are committed to exploring new opportunities for innovation and growth. With our WMS fully integrated into their operations, Farrall’s Group is well-positioned to expand their service offerings, improve efficiency, and maintain their status as a leader in the logistics industry.

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