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Locksmith Supplier Locks in Huge Savings with VALOGIX
Locksmith distributor expects a reduction in inventory of $150,000 in the first year

August 17, 2010 - Saratoga Springs, NY USA - Valogix LLC, a provider of inventory planning and optimization solutions announced today that their customer, McDonald Dash Locksmith Supply anticipates a reduction in inventory by more than $150,000 in the first year.

"In less than six months, we've reduced our inventory by more than $75,000 and expect to reduce it by $150,000 by the end of the first year," comments Phil McBee, Controller for McDonald Dash. "Since automating planning and replenishment processes, we've increased productivity and have been able to secure discounts as much as 10% by referring to our forecast prior to ordering inventory. Gone are the days of buying lots of inventory just to get a deal. VALOGIX helps us get a good deal by ordering just what we need, when we need it."

Like many businesses, McDonald Dash planned inventory with Excel spreadsheets and intuition. Achieving balance with an inventory of almost 13,000 items was a daily challenge and often ended in sales promotions to move excess stock off the shelves. After seeing a demonstration of VALOGIX® Inventory Planner at a software conference, McBee knew it would make a big impact on their planning processes as well as on their inventory investment.

"In a very short time - less than three months - we were able to reduce overstocks and excess inventory by nearly 10%, and dramatically reduce our planning time," says McBee. "Freeing up valuable time allows us to work on other areas of the business, like responding to customer inquiries and fulfilling sales orders."

Tim Beckett, President of BTM Solutions, McDonald Dash's reseller notes, "Information on Excel spreadsheets is static so it becomes out of date very quickly. McDonald Dash needed a solution that would very easily and accurately manage all of their items. Valogix gives them information they need at a click of a button so they can make strategic decisions and use the cash they would have spent on inventory to invest in other areas of the business."

McDonald Dash achieved full return on investment in less than six months from implementation.

About Valogix
Since 1988, the founders of Valogix have been leading innovators in advanced inventory planning and optimization solutions. These solutions automatically forecast demand, set optimal stocking levels, replenishment items, and optimize the inventory. Valogix solutions are easy to use, affordable and provide rapid ROI. Within months of implementation, businesses realize dramatic cost reductions, improved productivity, and increased customer satisfaction.

Valogix is located in Saratoga Springs, NY and has hundreds of customers and representatives covering North America, Central and South America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific region. Valogix is a global, Gold Level partner of SAP and Premier Business Partner of IBM. For media information, contact Dawn DiLorenzo at 518-631-9440.

Visit the company web site: http://www.valogix.com.

About McDonald Dash
McDonald Dash is a wholesale distributor of locks, locksmith supplies, and door hardware. We stock key blanks, key machines, push button locks, exit alarms, door closers, exit devices, automotive locks, residential locks, commercial locks, and many other items relating to the security industry. McDonald Dash has been serving security specialists since 1945. Our knowledgeable sales staff provides excellent customer service and technical support.

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About BTM Solutions
BTM Solutions is a nationwide professional sales and service provider for ERP solutions representing SouthWare, SAP Business One, and Intuit QuickBooks Enterprise as well as a host of add-on products. BTM Solutions is headquartered in Columbus, Mississippi and has branch offices in Jackson, Mississippi, and Olive Branch, Mississippi, which is right outside Memphis, Tennessee.

BTM Solutions' goal is to help businesses uncover revenue opportunities and increase company growth through improved business practices and by utilizing their software to the fullest extent. From implementation to ongoing support, BTM has the right solution, the right way, with the right people.

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