[January 18, 2010] Smart Modular Deploys Serus' LION Inventory Optimization Suite Tweet Jan 19, 2010 (Close-Up Media via COMTEX) -- Serus, a provider of intelligent outsourced manufacturing solutions, announced that Smart Modular Technologies, an independent manufacturer of memory modules and solid-state storage products, has deployed the LION (Lean Inventory Optimization Network) solution to manage operations supporting multiple contract manufacturing customers. "Global supply chain operations are key to business so it is imperative that we have real-time data that helps aid in the process of making critical decisions," said Alan Marten, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Smart Modular's Memory Business Unit. "That's where LION comes in. Ultimately, these decisions benefit customers. Our deployment of the Serus' LION suite not only enhances what we believe is an IT infrastructure to better serve customers but it also helps us maintain overall operational excellence." According to Serus, LION helps customers achieve lean manufacturing methodologies including improved demand and supply chain visibility, optimized inventory levels and improved product delivery times. LION contains embedded, proprietary, lean business rules and algorithms developed by Serus' partner FlowVision, a consultant on lean and flow manufacturing. LION is offered as a web based SaaS solution with a complete portfolio of Managed Services. ((Comments on this story may be sent to [email protected])) [ Back To TMCnet.com's Homepage ]