Topiderm was struggling with inventory management and accuracy, often having to shut down for 14 days to physically count inventory every year. That is a lot of downtime at year-end.
Topiderm Manufacturing
Contract Development and Manufacturing
Case Study Summary
CHALLENGE
RESULTS
With WiSys, Topiderm’s physical inventory count went from 14 days to 1.5 days. They also decreased the number of people required for an inventory count by half. They now have near-perfect accuracy and inventory process has never been more efficient.
”The time we save on inventory counting alone justifies the entire investment in WiSys.
David TinsleyDirector of Information Systems
Location
Amityville, NY
Experience
40 Years
Distribution
193 Countries
Manufacturing Facilities
250,000 Sq Ft
With WiSys, our physical inventory count went from 14 days to 1.5 days. We also decreased the number of people required for an inventory count by half. We now have near-perfect accuracy.
Introducing WiSys Solutions
In 2012, Topiderm implemented WiSys for warehouse management and production using POP. Over the years, Topiderm expanded its capabilities by incorporating picking, packing, and shipping functionalities, followed by pallet management. In 2022, the WiSys packaging layer was added, and most recently, Agility Shipping was integrated. Today, Topiderm boasts 46 WiSys device licenses for handheld scanners and twenty desktop seats, ensuring their team operates with maximum efficiency and effectiveness.
WiSys Solutions Used at Topiderm
How WiSys WMS Improved Topiderm Operations
Enhance Efficiency
The use of handheld scanners and WiSys significantly enhances efficiency by minimizing workload, streamlining employee onboarding, and facilitating precise training. With WiSys, we can track who completed tasks and when, allowing us to review transactions in real-time and monitor the status of pallets and items effectively.
Inventory Counting
Inventory management is a major task for us, often requiring a day and a half of downtime at year-end. Handheld scanners expedite this process, making it hard to imagine meeting deadlines without them. With WiSys, our physical inventory count went from 14 days to 1.5 days. We also decreased the number of people required for an inventory count by half. We now have near-perfect accuracy, a stark contrast to our previous struggles. Our inventory process has never been more efficient. The time saved on inventory counting alone justifies our investment in WiSys.
Save Time and Money
Implementing WiSys has revolutionized our operations, significantly reducing costs, accelerating processes, and improving shipping rates significantly. Using the handheld scanners has allowed us to handle much larger shipment volumes with fewer people as well. If your operation still relies on Excel and paper, you’re not just behind the times; you’re also incurring unnecessary expenses. In my view, transitioning to WiSys is not just an upgrade—it’s a necessity.
Fewer Errors
The WiSys system ensures you only receive items listed on the PO and eliminates shipping errors with advanced handheld scanners. If you try to ship 1000 units instead of 100, the scanner alerts you immediately. This maintains operational consistency and data accuracy. By using WiSys, you can track everything in real-time, ensuring precise inventory counts. In emergencies, you know exactly what’s in the warehouse and can track outgoing items, essential for disaster preparedness and inventory management.
Real-Time Information
By using handheld scanners for receiving and shipping, we achieve real-time inventory updates with zero delay. As soon as a product arrives, it’s instantly recorded, ensuring precise inventory counts. In emergencies, we know exactly what’s in our warehouse and can track outgoing items. This immediate, reliable information is crucial for disaster preparedness and inventory management.
Easy to Use
With WiSys, I can equip my employees with an intuitive tool that is easy to use: just scan items and add a few details. This reduces turnover, lowers the need for experienced staff, cuts operational costs, and boosts efficiency. Tasks are completed quickly with just a scan.
Topiderm Brands
About Topiderm
Topiderm is a leader in the skincare industry, celebrated for its groundbreaking advancements in ingredient discoveries and cutting-edge technology. As a premier research and development lab, the company specialize in crafting over-the-counter, cosmetic, dermatologic, and Health and Beauty Aid products. Topiderm produces top-quality skincare solutions available through diverse channels—whether direct-to-consumer, retail stores, or private labels for dermatologists and major corporations. With a global reach, their meticulous manufacturing and distribution processes are the backbone of our success.
At the heart of Topiderm is a robust manufacturing division, which powers a portfolio of renowned brands that can be found on shelves nationwide. These include Topix Pharmaceuticals, Derma E, Replenix, Think, ClarityRx, and Dr. Zenovia. This versatile product lineup ensures that customers can find products in various retail locations: Derma E at Walmart, Think sunscreens at Target, and even rebranded products for Kirkland at Costco.
Topiderm is also a trusted supplier for dermatologists, delivering branded skincare solutions tailored to their specific needs. Many Topiderm products are marketed under different names, making it common for consumers to use Topiderm-made products without even realizing it. Dermatologists often partner with Topiderm to develop customized products that carry their branding, ensuring premium quality and efficacy.