This document summarizes an event on supply chain management and Dynamics GP. It introduces Rob Maeyaert from Microsoft who supports Dynamics GP, particularly project accounting. It also introduces Tim Thorpe from YRC Logistics, a logistics company formed in 2002. YRC Logistics uses Dynamics GP for its financial reporting and has over 12 external integrations with the ERP system to manage its global operations across 21 countries. The event will include sessions on starting a local GPUG chapter and attendee introductions.
Supply Chain Management with Dynamics GP GPUG Summit 2009
1. SUMMIT 2008
Supply Chain Management
Roundtable
Tim Thorpe
Overland Park, Kansas
Manager of Information Solutions, YRC Logistics
Chairman, Greater Kansas City GPUG Chapter
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Rob Maeyaert
Fargo, North Dakota
Support Engineer, Microsoft Dynamics GP
2. SUMMIT 2008
Rob Maeyaert – MS Support Engineer
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Support Engineer on Distribution + Team.
Primary support area is Project Accounting.
Supports Delux Customers and manages
escalations.
Will be teaching GP/SRS classes scheduled
for all-day Thursday September 25.
3. SUMMIT 2008
Rob Maeyaert – GP User/Support
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RDO Equipment Co/RD Offutt Co. -
Previous experience was in a GP support
role at a large GP company.
Customer side experience provides a unique
perspective relative to engineers that do not
have GP experience as part of a user
company.
5. SUMMIT 2008
AboutYRC Logistics
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Formed in 2002 to help businesses manage their logistics more
efficiently.
Subsidiary of YRC Worldwide.
YRCW 2007 Revenue - $9.6
billion
60,000 employees and 1000
locations worldwide
27,000 trucks and 90,000 trailers
#1 in its industry in Fortune
Magazine’s “America’s Most
Admired Companies” list for sixth
consecutive year
6. SUMMIT 2008
AboutYRC Logistics
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YRC Logistics combines industry expertise, cutting-edge technology,
and a business model based on flexibility and collaboration.
YRC Logistics operates
facilities and offices
throughout North America,
South America, Asia, and
Europe.
7. SUMMIT 2008
YRC Logistics Global Coverage
• Company facilities in 21 countries in Asia, Europe, North
America, and South America
• Entire network covers 80 countries
• More than 4000 employees worldwide (includes JV partners)
8. SUMMIT 2008
Giant Engine Crank Shaft Exported
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August 2008 YRC Logistics – JHJ China exported a 204 ton
engine crank shaft.
12. SUMMIT 2008
YRC Logistics - Dynamics GP Integrations
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Company growth through mergers.
Multiple transportation systems in use.
12+ external integrations with GP.
YRC Logistics GL rolls up to PeopleSoft for
corporate financial reporting.
13. SUMMIT 2008
Attendee Introductions
Name, Company and Location
Role/Position
What version of GP does company use?
How long have you been on GP, how many upgrades?
GPUG Summit Expectations/Goals
Specific GP Issues you want to address while here?
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14. SUMMIT 2008
GPUG Chapter Startup Session
Interested in starting a GPUG chapter in
your region of the country?
Come to the overview meeting on this topic -
Tuesday 8:00-9:00AM in the Del Fuego
Room.
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Talking Points: This slide shows our YRC Logistics coverage throughout the world. YRCL has global coverage throughout North America, most of South America, Asia, Europe, Australia, and small portions of Africa. Aside from operations in 21 countries, we have an agent network that reaches another 59 countries, for a total of 80 countries worldwide.
Talking Points: This slide shows the logos of some of our clients. The names of some of them may be very familiar to you. Location Personalization Tip : Emphasize the clients that may be known in your area or conduct business with your location on regular/frequent basis.