Blount International, a global leader in manufacturing replacement parts for the forestry, agriculture, and construction industries, was struggling with fragmented supply chain visibility, underutilized SAP capabilities, and stagnant inventory performance. By partnering with Reveal, the company uncovered $6 million in hidden profit, improved inventory turns by 21%, and built a scalable, cross-functional planning culture that drives measurable business outcomes.

The Challenge

Despite having SAP in place for over seven years, Blount International faced persistent supply chain inefficiencies. Different business units operated in silos, speaking different operational languages and lacking shared visibility. Key issues included:

• Inconsistent and outdated system data
• Gaps in master data and poor data utilization
• Limited ability to analyze or act on dead stock
• Planning teams overwhelmed by operational noise
• Underachieving fill rates and inventory targets

The company needed a way to align teams, leverage SAP more strategically, and turn their supply chain into a performance asset—not a liability.

The Decision

Blount turned to Reveal for more than just system tweaks—they needed a partner to drive sustainable business transformation. Reveal’s deep operational expertise, proven approach to SAP optimization, and emphasis on measurable value convinced Blount’s executive team to engage.

Reveal’s approach wasn’t about layering on new technology; it was about unlocking the hidden value already within their SAP system and building the organizational capability to sustain it.

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The Transformation

Reveal began with a comprehensive Wellness Assessment, analyzing Blount’s SAP data to identify root causes and hidden inefficiencies—especially in inventory and planning processes.

From there, the transformation took shape:

• Cross-functional alignment through team-building and shared understanding of common challenges
• Structured education and change management to embed best practices and drive cultural shifts
• Roadmap for inventory and service level improvement, backed by executive sponsorship
• Vendor management enhancements and process consistency across divisions
• Ongoing coaching to ensure adoption, accountability, and progress tracking

The Results

The impact was both immediate and scalable:

• $6 million reduction in inventory, with further gains projected
• Inventory turns increased from 7.1 to 8.6—a 21% improvement
• Enhanced planning stability and predictability across the global supply chain
• Company-wide certification in optimized supply chain processes
• Sustainable governance structures to ensure long-term value realization
• Stronger collaboration between divisions and a unified planning culture

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Blount’s journey shows what’s possible when SAP becomes a business asset—not just an IT system. By aligning people, processes, and platforms, Reveal helped uncover millions in hidden value and build a foundation for ongoing performance.

If your SAP system isn’t delivering the results your business needs, it’s time to close the gap. Let Reveal help you unlock the profit hiding in plain sight.

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