Industrial Distribution Traceability Solutions
Revolutionize Your Workflow: 5 Proven Ways to Optimize Industrial Distribution
Industrial Distribution Traceability Solutions Made Easy
KnarrTek’s BellHawk and MilramX platforms empower industrial distributors to take control of complex warehouse operations with real-time visibility and precision. These platforms streamline processes such as receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and shipping—eliminating the need for manual paperwork and significantly reducing errors. With built-in support for barcode scanning, RFID, and IoT device integration, BellHawk and MilramX deliver accurate, up-to-the-minute inventory tracking across one or multiple facilities.
Designed to meet the needs of high-demand industries such as manufacturing, food processing, pharmaceuticals, and construction supply, KnarrTek’s solutions easily integrate with existing ERP, accounting, and shipping systems. This seamless connectivity enables distributors to optimize labor, reduce operating costs, and ensure compliance with industry regulations. Whether you’re managing raw materials, finished goods, or time-sensitive inventory, KnarrTek provides the tools needed for reliable, scalable, and cost-effective distribution management.
BellHawk for Industrial Distribution Efficiency
BellHawk is a powerful Warehouse Management System (WMS) and Materials Tracking platform designed for industrial distribution centers handling secondary operations like repacking, relabeling, kitting, and assembly. By replacing paper-based processes with barcode and RFID technology, BellHawk tracks inventory in real-time across multiple facilities, ensuring accurate order fulfillment and regulatory compliance. Ideal for distributors serving manufacturing, construction, or medical industries, BellHawk saves $50,000–$150,000 annually by reducing labor and errors.
License-Plate-Number (LPN) Tracking
Track containers using unique barcode or RFID tags, capturing lot, serial numbers, and expiration dates for precise inventory management.
Multi-Site Operations
Manage inventory and operations across geographically distributed warehouses and stockrooms in real-time.
Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, and DoD regulations through detailed materials traceability and historical data capture.
Labeling and ASN
Generate SSCC barcode labels and Advanced Shipment Notice (ASN) data for seamless supply chain integration.
IIoT Integration
Interface with weighing scales, RFID portals, and IoT devices for accurate real-time inventory tracking.
BellHawk Applications in Industrial Distribution
BellHawk supports a wide range of industrial distribution operations, from receiving and put-away to picking, packing, and shipping. It eliminates inefficiencies caused by manual processes and ensures real-time visibility into inventory and order status. BellHawk is ideal for distributors handling complex operations and regulatory requirements.
Warehouse management for manufacturing, food, pharmaceutical, and medical supply distribution.
Secondary operations like kitting, repacking, and relabeling with precise tracking.
Multi-site inventory management, integrating operations across facilities.
Supply chain integration with ERP, accounting, and e-commerce systems like QuickBooks or Oracle.
Efficient Industrial Distribution Workflow
BellHawk optimizes industrial distribution with a real-time, data-driven workflow:
- Receive and track materials with barcode scanning, including customer-owned or project-specific inventory.
- Perform secondary operations (e.g., kitting, repacking) with real-time tracking of materials and labor.
- Generate SSCC labels and ASN data for supply chain integration and accurate shipments.
- Pick, pack, and ship orders with real-time validation to prevent errors.
- Integrate with ERP and accounting systems for seamless data exchange and reporting.
MilramX: Intelligent Decision Support for Industrial Distribution
MilramX is a real-time, rules-based decision support platform that enhances coordination in industrial distribution. Built on the Microsoft stack, it integrates seamlessly with BellHawk and systems like ERP, QuickBooks, or Oracle, providing actionable insights to optimize warehouse operations and supply chain efficiency.
Intelligent Automation
Uses an intelligent-agent framework to schedule parallel tasks like data transfers and alerts, streamlining supply chain operations.
Data Integration
Fetches and monitors data from multiple systems, transforming it into High Level Data Objects (HLDOs) for simplified processing.
Real-Time Decision Support
Monitors orders, shipments, and inventory in real-time for enhanced decision-making.
Error Handling
Includes built-in error detection and correction for 24/7 operation, with automated alerts for IT intervention.
Flexibile Integration
Integrates with ERP, CRM, and e-commerce systems, adapting to diverse distribution needs.
Benefits of KnarrTek Industrial Distribution Software
KnarrTek’s BellHawk and MilramX address critical industrial distribution challenges, such as error-prone manual processes and regulatory compliance. Key benefits include:
- Real-Time Tracking: Provides instant visibility into inventory, orders, and shipments, reducing delays.
- Cost Savings: Saves $50,000–$150,000 annually by eliminating paper forms and manual errors.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensures compliance with FDA, USDA, and DoD through detailed traceability.
- Error Prevention: Validates picking and shipping to prevent mistakes, improving customer satisfaction.
- Scalable Integration: Seamlessly integrates with ERP, accounting, and supply chain systems for operational efficiency.
KnarrTek’s solutions tackle the industrial distribution industry’s challenges of complex inventory tracking, regulatory compliance, and supply chain integration. BellHawk ensures accurate, real-time operations, while MilramX enhances decision-making with intelligent automation. Together, they deliver a cost-effective, scalable solution that boosts efficiency and drives operational excellence.
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KnarrTek's Capabilities
Real-Time WIP Tracking
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Inventory & Asset Tracking
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RFID Inventory System
See how RFID technology can streamline and automate your inventory tracking.
Track & Trace Materials
Explore how KnarrTek’s software makes it easy to track and trace materials from receiving to shipping.
Materials Flow & Job Tracking
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