Supply Chain Management for Aptean Apparel ERP Full Circle

These industry-specific Supply Chain Management features help apparel businesses efficiently manage their global supply chains, ensuring on-time production, cost control, and smooth vendor coordination.

Raw Material and Component Sourcing

• Tracks and manages raw materials like fabrics, trims, buttons, and zippers.
• Supports multiple vendor sourcing to compare pricing, quality, and lead times.
• Ensures compliance with sustainability and ethical sourcing certifications (e.g., OEKO-TEX, GOTS).

Vendor and Factory Management

• Maintains detailed vendor profiles, tracking performance, pricing, and on-time delivery rates.
• Manages overseas and domestic factory production schedules, including cut-and-sew operations.
• Tracks vendor compliance with industry regulations and retailer requirements.

Material Requirement Planning (MRP) for Seasonal Production

• Adjusts material purchasing and production schedules based on seasonal demand fluctuations.
• Prevents overbuying or understocking of raw materials through predictive demand planning.
• Ensures timely availability of materials for peak production seasons.

Purchase Order and Work Order Management

• Automates creating and tracking purchase orders for raw materials and finished goods.
• Generates detailed work orders for production facilities and contract manufacturers.
• Supports multi-tiered production planning, from fabric procurement to final garment assembly.

Landed Cost Tracking for Global Sourcing

• Calculates total landed costs, including freight, duties, tariffs, and insurance.
• Helps businesses assess the actual cost of imported materials and finished goods.
• Provides cost comparison tools to optimize supplier selection.

Production and WIP Tracking

• Monitors work-in-progress (WIP) at every stage, from raw material allocation to finished product delivery.
• Tracks garment assembly, embellishment, and quality control processes in real-time.
• Integrates with warehouse management to streamline receiving and distribution.

Vendor ASN and UCC128 Compliance

• Supports Advanced Shipping Notice (ASN) and UCC128 barcode labeling for standardized supplier shipments.
• Reduces errors in receiving and warehouse operations by ensuring accurate documentation.
• Helps businesses comply with retailer shipping requirements.

Logistics and Freight Management

• Manages inbound and outbound shipments across multiple distribution centers.
• Supports direct shipping from manufacturers to retailers or consumers (drop shipping).
• Optimizes freight costs by consolidating shipments and selecting the best carriers.

Retail and Wholesale Supply Chain Integration

• Synchronizes production and inventory planning with major retail partners.
• Supports quick replenishment for retailers by integrating with POS and e‑commerce platforms.
• Tracks wholesale order fulfillment and ensures compliance with delivery deadlines.