Solutions for semi-finished product suppliers
and manufacturers of construction products
The construction supply industry...
...supplies raw materials and semi-finished products.
The construction supply industry is a key sector in the construction value chain. It comprises companies that supply materials and components that are necessary for the manufacture of construction products. In addition to raw materials such as wood and steel, this primarily includes semi-finished products of all kinds.
Particularly in the area of construction elements construction projects are often affected by unforeseeable factors such as weather conditions or short-term changes changes to construction plans. Production and, above all, logistics must be flexible enough to react to seasonal fluctuations in demand without jeopardizing efficiency.
A key aspect of this industry is logistics, which ensures that the right materials are delivered to the building product manufacturers' production sites at the right time.
What challenges exist
Individual end customer requirements in the construction element sector also present upstream suppliers with considerable logistical challenges. In the modern construction industry, there is an increasing demand for customized solutions that are tailored to the specific needs of construction projects and end customers. These requirements lead to increasing complexity in the supply chain of upstream suppliers, which is complicated by various factors.
# Small batch sizes and high flexibility
Individual customer requirements mean that semi-finished products have to be produced in smaller batch sizes and in a wide range of specifications. While standardized products can be manufactured and stored efficiently in mass production, customer-specific components require agile production and a high degree of flexibility. This can lead to frequent changes in production processes, which places an additional burden on logistics, as just-in-time deliveries of specific semi-finished products are required.
# Individualized delivery logistics
End customers often expect building components and semi-finished products to be delivered on time and directly to the construction site. However, the individual customization of products entails demanding coordination of delivery logistics. Precise coordination between production and transportation is therefore a major logistical challenge, as failures or delays can disrupt the entire construction process.
# More complex warehousing and inventory management
In order to meet different customer requirements, upstream suppliers must keep a wide range of materials and semi-finished products in stock. The variety of materials, dimensions and specifications requires precise stock management to ensure that the right products are available on time. This increases the complexity of inventory management and, above all, the availability of suitable load carriers and their rapid return.
The increasing individualization of customer requirements in the components sector also poses considerable logistical challenges for upstream suppliers. They have to adapt their production and delivery processes in order to meet the increased expectations in terms of flexibility, speed, precision and sustainability. Without efficient planning and a high degree of coordination within the supply chain, delivery bottlenecks, rising costs and delayed construction projects can be the result.
What solutions we offer
BISS.ID sees itself as the central, digital platform for all data relating to the creation, delivery and complete life cycle of construction products of all kinds.Without expanding or changing the existing system landscape and all production-relevant processes, BISS.ID makes it easy to digitize every product and process. The solution offers a complete overview of all orders, products and transport racks.
With our cloud-based IoT solution, we offer manufacturers and their customers an uncomplicated and simple solution for maximum transparency and a fast flow of information. The solution can be accessed immediately without software installation from any mobile device once the user profile has been approved. Be it via backend or with the APP (IOS & Android).
In addition, any production and ERP system can be connected. The solution is also multi-client capable, so that company groups can work comprehensively, but customers can also combine several suppliers in one account for a maximum overview of all orders regardless of the supplier.
