Posts in category: Media Advisory

For Immediate Release – May 1, 2023

WHAT: Meet with enVista at DynamicsCon LIVE!

WHEN:  May 22-25, 2023

WHERE: Scottsdale Plaza in Scottsdale, AZ

BOOTH OFFERING: Schedule a meeting with enVista’s Microsoft experts at table 25! Get insight on how Microsoft Enterprise Applications would benefit your organization, including:

• New Deployments
• Solution Upgrades
• Project Rescues

• enVista D365 Managed Services  
• enVista Workshops, Assessments and Health Checks 

SPEAKING SESSIONS:

Title: Microsoft D365 Implementation Success

Speakers: Nigel Cox, VP of Microsoft Manufacturing Solutions, enVista; James Cox, Senior Solutions Architect, enVista; Kyle McNerney, VP of Microsoft Solutions, enVista

Time: Tuesday, May 23 at 3:45-4:15 p.m. MST
Abstract: Do you ever feel like you’re forgetting something? In a Microsoft D365 implementation project, there are a lot of important steps and processes that need to be taken in order to ensure success. Forgetting any one of these steps can have far-reaching impacts. If you are completing a D365 implementation or considering one in the near future, this session is for you!

Join enVista’s Microsoft experts for an educational session on how to complete a successful D365 implementation. In this session, attendees will learn:

• How to determine which D365 cloud application is right for your organization
• What risks are at play during a D365 implementation project and how to mitigate them
• Best practices for ensuring a successful implementation
• Key steps you might be forgetting that will set you up for success 
• Post-go-live considerations and how to ensure your organization is prepared to operationalize D365

Title: Scheduling and Manufacturing – DynamicsCon LIVE

Speakers: Nigel Cox, VP of Microsoft Manufacturing Solutions, enVista

Time: Wednesday, May 24 at 9:10-10:10 a.m. MST

Abstract: What is the difference between planning and scheduling? How do they interact? Where does Finite capacity fit in? Microsoft has significantly enhanced Scheduling functionality, especially the Release workbench, the Gantt chart and the Dispatch list, making the sole use of Microsoft D365 for scheduling viable in a way it never was before. In this session, learn about all of these capabilities and assess whether it is a good fit for your organization.

Title: Standard Cost vs. Actual Cost – DynamicsCon LIVE

Speakers: Nigel Cox, VP of Microsoft Manufacturing Solutions, enVista; James Cox, Senior Solutions Architect, enVista

Time: Thursday, May 25 at 9:10-10:10 a.m. MST

Abstract: How does a business determine whether Standard Cost or Actual Cost is best for them? What are the setup alternatives? How might they be used differently and how are overheads and indirect charges handled? What are the implications related to the new Landed Cost capabilities? Attendees will learn all of this and more in this session.

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WHAT: enVista’s supply chain, transportation, facility design and automation experts to provide several speaking sessions and one-on-one meeting opportunities at ProMat 2023

WHEN: March 20 – 23, 2023

WHERE: Chicago, IL. Learn more.

BOOTH OFFERING:

enVista will be at booth #S3879. Visit this link to schedule a one-on-one meeting with one of enVista’s experts. We can discuss topics including:

• Automation
• Supply Chain Strategy
• Systems Selection and Implementation
• WMS, LMS and TMS
• Labor Management
• DC Optimization
• Inventory Optimization
• Facility Design Build
• Network Strategy
• Microsoft Implementations
• Managed Services

SPEAKING SESSIONS:

Title: Secrets to Ensuring Supply Chain Execution System Selection Success

Speakers: Nick Brown, Director of Transportation | enVista; Shane Smith, SVP of Supply Chain Solutions | enVista

Time: Tuesday, March 21 at 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. and Thursday, March 23 at10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.

Abstract: Selecting the right supply chain execution (SCE) system vendor for your business can be a daunting project with substantial impacts to your operations. In this session, enVista’s expert SCE consultants will unlock the secrets to selecting the right system vendor for your organization. The discussion will highlight enVista’s proven methodology for selecting the best WMS, LMS and/or TMS to meet your business goals, such as company growth, process improvements, savings and reduced labor costs. 

Title: To Automate or Not to Automate in 2023 and Beyond

Speakers: Dan Avila, Vice President of Sales of Consulting & Automation | enVista; Dean Starovasnik, Client Partner | enVista; Trevor Howard, Sr. Director of Facility Design | enVista

Time: Tuesday, March 21 at 2:15 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Abstract: Automation is critical for tackling labor challenges, increasing throughput and improving speed to market. In this session, learn how organizations are leveraging automated solutions including goods-to-person systems, autonomous mobile robotics and more to improve fulfillment efficiencies and throughput. Our automation and facility design experts will help you determine if automation is right for your operations and the key ways automation can benefit your company.   

Title: Tracking Project Return on Investment (ROI)

Speakers: Dean Starovasnik, Client Partner | enVista; Cody Upp, Group Vice President | Numina; Sean Wall, Vice President of Distribution | Quality Bicycle Parts; Teresa Keck, Vice President, Operations | Hardlines, interior design items; Jim Heidegger, Vice President, Technology | Legacy Supply Chain Services – 3PL

Time: Wednesday, March 22, at 10:15 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Abstract: With businesses continuing to seek insight on prioritizing their limited investment dollars, it is important to generate a winning business case for your project. This moderated panel session will share insight, learnings and mistakes from projects focused on ROI outcomes and how that differs from the business case at hand. ROI goes beyond efficiency gain to consider how the project outcomes will allow the organization to grow and be better than before. Join us for this interactive session where end users and consultants will share their automation transformation experiences. 

Title: Designing the Warehouse of the Future – A Blueprint for Supply Chain Resilience

Speakers: Dan Avila, Vice President of Sales of Consulting & Automation | enVista; Nate Rosier, SVP, Consulting Group Leader | enVista; Trevor Howard, Sr. Director of Facility Design| enVista

Time: Wednesday, March 22 at 11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Abstract: What are the keys to designing a high performing warehouse of the future? The answer is very different than in the recent past. Today, supply chain leaders face continuously evolving challenges like labor shortages, demand surges and a multitude of other disruptions. To combat and thrive through these challenges, leaders must create and implement flexible warehouse strategies for supply chain resilience. In this session, enVista’s supply chain strategy experts will share the critical components required to design the warehouse of the future.   

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For Immediate Release – February 21, 2023

WHAT: enVista’s supply chain, technology and logistics experts will provide a speaking session and one-on-one discussions at Körber Elevate Americas 2023.

WHEN:  March 12-15, 2023

WHERE: Orlando, FL.

BOOTH OFFERING:

Visit this link to schedule a meeting with enVista’s supply chain and technology experts at booth #11. We can discuss topics spanning the end-to-end supply chain, including:

• WMS, LMS, TMS Selection & Implementation
• DC Optimization
• Supply Chain Strategy
• Network Design
• Facility Design
• Material Handling Integration
• Warehouse Automation & Robotics
• Transportation Strategy
• Demand Forecasting & Inventory Optimization

SPEAKING SESSIONS:

Title: Big Rock Sports: One Year Later

Speakers: Shannon Adams, VP IT and Mark Charnot, SVP Operations | Big Rocks Sports

Amit Kirpalani, VP Supply Chain Solution | enVista

Time: Tuesday, March 15 at 9:45 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. EST

Abstract: Join enVista (a Körber North America leading WMS consulting and implementation services partner) and client, Big Rock Sports, for a follow-up to last year’s insightful session on Big Rock’s WMS implementation. What has changed since we last heard from Big Rock Sports in 2022? Follow along and gain insight during the Q&A between enVista and Big Rock detailing lessons learned since its first site went live as the company tackles deploying Warehouse Advantage in its remaining distribution centers.

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For Immediate Release – November 1, 2022

WHAT: enVista and our client, Sprouts Farmers Market, will present key insights on transportation strategy and transportation management systems.

WHEN: November 7-9, 2022

WHERE: Scottsdale, AZ

BOOTH OFFERING

Meet with enVista’s transportation and supply chain experts at our kiosk! Learn how our consultants and implementation experts can help your organization with topics including:

• Transportation strategy 
• TMS implementations 
• Fleet management payment 
• Customer service 
• Competitive advantages  

Request a 20-minute session with our experts here.

SPEAKING SESSIONS

Title: TMS and Optimization Empower Sprouts Farmers Market to Grow, Adapt and Deliver for Its Customers

Speakers: Britain Pavlic, Director of Transportation Technology at enVista | Greg Walters, Director of Transportation at Sprouts Farmers Market

Data and Time: Tuesday, November 8 at 2:25 p.m. MST

Abstract: Sprouts Farmers Market is one of the fastest-growing retailers in the country. Specializing in natural and organic items, it operates more than 350 stores and seven distribution centers across 23 states. The past several years have presented both challenges and opportunities in terms of rising demand, shifting consumer buying habits and supply chain disruption. Join us for this session to learn how Sprouts is leveraging MercuryGate’s TMS with optimization and strategic consulting from enVista to meet growth objectives, reduce costs, streamline operations and deliver excellence for its customers across its retail network.

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For Immediate Release – September 22, 2022

WHAT: enVista’s Microsoft experts will present 10 speaking sessions at the largest independent gathering of the Microsoft Business Applications user ecosystem.

WHEN: October 10-13, 2022

WHERE: Gaylord Palms, Orlando FL

LEARN MORE: https://envistacorp.com/summit-na-2022-pre-show/

SPEAKING SESSIONS:

• Title: Dynamics Finance & Operations (F&O) and Power Platform Integration Deep Dive
• Speakers: Nathan Clouse, enVista | Sukurt Parab, Hitachi
• Date: Tuesday, October 11, 2022 | 9:40 a.m. – 10:40 a.m.
• Abstract: In this session, the speakers will discuss how to use the Power Platform integration to Dataverse, including governance, linking environments and how to begin using the integration – even starting from zero.

• Title: AX/F&O integrations with Logic Apps
• Speakers: Nathan Clouse, enVista
• Date: Tuesday, October 11, 2022 | 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
  Abstract: In this session, enVIsta will explain and demo real world scenarios of using Logic Apps to communicate between various systems, including Finance & Operations plus AX 2012.

• Title: The Art of War Room
• Speakers: Sarah Hollinger, enVista         
• Date: Wednesday, October 12, 2022 | 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
  Abstract: This session will deep dive into the definition of a “War Room” and why it is a necessity in ERP implementations. enVista will cover how to organize and motivate a team to stride as a single force in a war room, including a psychological analysis of what brings a team together. Attendees will learn how to use war rooms in their implementations and their daily jobs, and how it enables success for teams and individuals.

• Title: What Are and How to Use Finance and Operations Microservices
• Speakers: Nathan Clouse, enVista
• Date: Wednesday, October 12, 2022 | 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
  Abstract: In this session, enVista will talk through all of the microservice offerings from Lifecycle Services (LCS), what they are and how they can be used. Attendees will see supporting examples and “get started” kits to prepare them to take action.

• Title: [PANEL] Microsoft Most Valuable Professional Roundtable
• Speakers: Alex Meyer, Fastpath | Justin Carter, Accenture | Kelly Gustafson, Alpha Variance Solutions | Nathan Clouse, enVista
• Date: Wednesday, October 12, 2022 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
  Abstract: Attendees can ask a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) their most burning questions. Join this session to speak face-to-face with numerous North American D365 F&O Microsoft MVPs as they go over what the Microsoft MVP program is, what the process to become an MVP looks like, and any other questions surrounding D365 F&O attendees may have. This will be an interactive session, so be sure to bring questions!

• Title: Hidden Treasures: Top Advanced Warehousing Capabilities You May Have Missed
• Speakers: James Cox, enVista
• Date: Thursday, October 13, 2022 | 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.
  Abstract: Even existing warehouse management system (WMS) users may not know everything a WMS has to offer. This session will show and tell new features and functionality that attendees may not be aware of. Attend this session to open a new world of WMS potential.

• Title: X++ Development Tips and Tricks plus D365 F&O Tools!
• Speakers: Peter Ramer, enVista | Nathan Clouse, enVista
• Date: Thursday, October 13, 2022 | 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.
  Abstract: In this session, the speakers will go over tips, tricks, tools and methods to get more done, help with complicated processes and make Visual Studio the user’s home with Dynamics 365 for Finance & Operations Visual Studio Tools. The presenters will focus on utilizing Microsoft tools and community tools that can make the user’s life easier.

• Title: How Good Planners Plan Using Dynamics Master Planning and Production Controls
• Speakers: Nigel Cox, enVista
• Date: Thursday, October 13, 2022 | 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
  Abstract: Master Planning is the foundation of matching customer demand reliably and at least cost. How do individual contributors – from planners to buyers and schedulers – support a company’s daily operations, collectively and in their specific area of responsibility? How should each role best leverage Dynamics 365 and earlier AX releases? To be the best, how would one use Dynamics Master Planning and Production Scheduling?

• Title: Keep it Simple: Manufacturing and Warehousing
• Speakers: James Cox, enVista | Nigel Cox, enVista
• Date: Thursday, October 13, 2022 | 11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
  Abstract: Implementation doesn’t have to be a heavy lift or overly complex. In this session, attendees will learn how to implement production and distribution with minimal effort and a simplistic design, while still capitalizing on advantages of mobile transacting.

Visit enVista’s website to learn more about our Microsoft solution.

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For Immediate Release – June 14, 2022

WHAT: Attendees can experience enVista’s top-rated Unified Commerce Platform and hear enVista’s expert insight on the impact of reverse logistics on online commerce at NRF Supply Chain 360.

WHEN:  June 20-21, 2022

WHERE: Cleveland, OH

EXPERIENCE UNIFIED COMMERCE IN ACTION^TM

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What: Take enVista’s exclusive Unified Commerce in Action experience powered by our market-leading order management system and Unified Commerce platform.

How: ‘Buy’ your free YETI Tumbler through our online store, pick it up at enVista’s NRF Supply Chain 360 Booth #424 and have your order fulfilled by our enStore mobile fulfillment solution.

Use Promo Code: ENVISTA#1OMS

MEET OUR NEWEST OMS EXPERT

Kevin Reese, a highly respected expert in the retail technology industry, has joined enVista’s order management practice as EVP, commercial commerce.

Conference attendees can schedule a meeting with Kevin to gain insight on:

• How to leverage the right omnichannel strategies and technology to rapidly overcome omnichannel complexity.
• Where order management technology intersects with unified physical and digital commerce and how to leverage it.
• Trends and strategies for supply chain and omnichannel solutions.

SPEAKING SESSION:

Title: Reversing the Returns Railroad

Speakers: Deanna Kaufman, VP, enVista; Becca Meinz, VP, end-to-end supply chain strategy, Best Buy; Cathy Roberson, research manager, Reverse Logistics Association; Stacey Wagner, VP and chief experience officer, Zappos.com

Time: June 21, 2022 at 3:00 – 3:30 p.m. ET

Abstract: Among a more than one trillion dollar returns cost problem, retailers are still expected to offer their customers a hassle-free and generally cost-free service. As more commerce shifts online, the problem is only getting worse, and current reverse logistics processes are falling behind.

This session provides the latest insights, technologies and best practices for cutting the costs of returns, which can be nearly 60% of the original sales price, and building a reverse logistics process able to manage and track products from order to return.

Learn more about enVista’s offerings at NRF Supply Chain 360 here.

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